Description:
The marine data service that supports the integrated maritime policy of the European Commission's Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE). Provides open access to high-quality pan-European marine data, metadata and data products from the marine environment and human activities at sea. EMODnet supports the aquaculture sector and wider Blue Economy in their diverse data needs and requirements for planning, operations and environmental impact assessments. Data collection and monitoring is a key area for further work identified in the European Commission's Strategic guidelines for a more sustainable and competitive EU aquaculture for the period 2021-2030. Collecting accurate data is necessary to ensure the appropriate planning of aquaculture activities and to assess and monitor the social, economic and environmental performance of the EU's aquaculture sector. Transparency and data reporting is also important for maintaining the trust of consumers and other stakeholders in the sector.