European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund Guide

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The EPM Academy guide – Understanding the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund – offers a practical overview of EMFAF (2021–2027), the EU’s key funding instrument for promoting a sustainable blue economy. It explains how the programme supports environmentally responsible maritime activities, and empowers stakeholders to develop innovative solutions in areas such as fisheries, aquaculture, maritime innovation, and marine conservation.

Whether you’re a business, local authority, NGO, or research institute, this guide provides clear advice on how to access EMFAF funding, align your project with EU priorities, and navigate the application process confidently.

This EPM Guide helps you to:

• Understand EMFAF’s objectives and priority areas for funding
• Learn how to apply, where to find open calls, and what support is available
• Read examples of previously funded marine and coastal projects
• Get to know EMFAF’s key goals and how its funding is organised

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Do you agree to be added to our mailing list for the EPM Academy?

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What does EMFAF stand for?

European Marine Fisheries and Agriculture Fund

European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund

Environmental Maritime Fund

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What is the total EMFAF budget for 2021 to 2027?

€1.2 billion

€6.108 billion

€10 billion

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What are the two types of management under EMFAF?

Shared and Direct

Public and Private

National and International

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EMFAF only supports traditional fisheries.

True

False

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What percentage of EMFAF's budget is delivered through national programmes (shared management)?

50%

87%

100%

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Which of the following is an example of an emerging sector supported by EMFAF?

Offshore drilling

Container shipping logistics

Blue biotechnology

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What is typically required for EU-level EMFAF funding applications?

A solo applicant from a Member State

A consortium of organisations from multiple EU countries

Only private sector involvement

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EMFAF-funded projects must align with at least one of its four strategic priorities.

True

False

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Does EMFAF offer funding opportunities for eco-tourism, skills training, or youth engagement in coastal communities?

Yes

No

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Which of these is a reason why EMFAF proposals commonly fail?

Clear sustainability impact

Strong consortium partnerships

Vague deliverables or lack of alignment with EU strategies

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