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In light of the International Frozen Seafood Products Fair, CONXEMAR, which will take place from October 7 to 9 in Vigo, the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has scheduled a series of activities to highlight advancements in sustainability for certified fisheries and those undergoing improvement in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.
One of the most significant achievements is the inclusion of the red prawn fishery (Aristeus antennatus) from the trawlers of Palamós in the MSC’s Improvement Program. This milestone makes this fishery the first in the Mediterranean to receive this distinction after more than ten years of collaborative work and its participation in the Medfish project in partnership with WWF. The program aims to guide fisheries toward sustainable certification through the implementation of verifiable and transparent action plans. Key measures adopted include increasing mesh size, reducing fishing effort, and using semi-pelagic doors, which have helped advance responsible management of the species and mitigate impacts on the marine ecosystem. Over the next two and a half years, the fishery will need to complete the necessary improvements before an evaluation that could grant it MSC certification.
Alberto Martín, the MSC director in Spain and Portugal, expressed gratitude to the Palamós fleet for their commitment to sustainability: “This achievement reflects the ongoing commitment of the fleet and its stakeholders to the responsible management of marine resources.” Cristina Mañas, manager of the Palamós Fishermen’s Association, emphasized that inclusion in the MSC Improvement Program is a recognition of the sustainable efforts made since 2013.
Throughout the three days of CONXEMAR, MSC will bring together representatives from various fleets, producers, and distributors to share experiences and celebrate historic achievements in Iberian fishing. The program of activities includes a toast for the recent certification of Iberian sardines on Tuesday, October 7, as well as technical sessions addressing the impact of the MSC program on crustaceans, such as the red prawn from Palamós, and the certification process for Patagonia shrimp in Argentina.
Among the highlights is the presentation of the report “State of MSC Fisheries in Spain 2025,” which will evaluate the sustainability progress achieved over more than ten years, showcasing examples like cod from the Barents Sea and bluefin tuna from the Strait of Gibraltar. Currently, nearly half a million tons of catches in Spain hold MSC certification, underscoring the country’s leadership in sustainable fishing.
In a world facing significant population growth, sustainable fishing emerges as a key solution to ensure food security with a lower environmental impact. The MSC, as a nonprofit international organization, is dedicated to establishing standards that promote these practices and ensure the traceability of seafood products.
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