European Fisheries Control Agency
@efca-eu.bsky.social
🐟 News from the European Union agency coordinating #FisheriesControl activities, part of the #EUCoastGuard and fighting illegal fishing #IUU.
Based in Vigo, Spain 🚢🌊
Find out more: efca.europa.eu
Based in Vigo, Spain 🚢🌊
Find out more: efca.europa.eu
“Technology is now an essential ally in fishing inspections.”
Iosif uses VMS, e-logs, net counters, and handheld scales to make his work faster, smarter, and more precise.
🎥 Discover how he helps keep fishing fair and sustainable.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
Iosif uses VMS, e-logs, net counters, and handheld scales to make his work faster, smarter, and more precise.
🎥 Discover how he helps keep fishing fair and sustainable.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
December 10, 2025 at 11:51 AM
“Technology is now an essential ally in fishing inspections.”
Iosif uses VMS, e-logs, net counters, and handheld scales to make his work faster, smarter, and more precise.
🎥 Discover how he helps keep fishing fair and sustainable.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
Iosif uses VMS, e-logs, net counters, and handheld scales to make his work faster, smarter, and more precise.
🎥 Discover how he helps keep fishing fair and sustainable.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
🎥 Today it’s Antonino!
In the south of Italy,
💻 he monitors fishing activity and
🛰️ uses drones to detect illegal landings, supporting enforcement on the ground.
He calls EFCA’s support “key” for growing as an inspector.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
In the south of Italy,
💻 he monitors fishing activity and
🛰️ uses drones to detect illegal landings, supporting enforcement on the ground.
He calls EFCA’s support “key” for growing as an inspector.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
December 8, 2025 at 9:42 AM
🎥 Today it’s Antonino!
In the south of Italy,
💻 he monitors fishing activity and
🛰️ uses drones to detect illegal landings, supporting enforcement on the ground.
He calls EFCA’s support “key” for growing as an inspector.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
In the south of Italy,
💻 he monitors fishing activity and
🛰️ uses drones to detect illegal landings, supporting enforcement on the ground.
He calls EFCA’s support “key” for growing as an inspector.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
🎥 Meet Piotr — fisheries inspector in Poland.
From vessel inspections to coastal patrols, his work adapts to changing weather and operational needs — sometimes requiring duty on weekends or holidays to ensure effective #FisheriesControl in the #BalticSea.
#MeetTheInspectors
From vessel inspections to coastal patrols, his work adapts to changing weather and operational needs — sometimes requiring duty on weekends or holidays to ensure effective #FisheriesControl in the #BalticSea.
#MeetTheInspectors
December 5, 2025 at 10:16 AM
🎥 Meet Piotr — fisheries inspector in Poland.
From vessel inspections to coastal patrols, his work adapts to changing weather and operational needs — sometimes requiring duty on weekends or holidays to ensure effective #FisheriesControl in the #BalticSea.
#MeetTheInspectors
From vessel inspections to coastal patrols, his work adapts to changing weather and operational needs — sometimes requiring duty on weekends or holidays to ensure effective #FisheriesControl in the #BalticSea.
#MeetTheInspectors
From sunny Cyprus, Michalis gives us a glimpse into #FisheriesControl at the eastern edge of Europe — from planning inspections to tackling the challenge of declining fish stocks.
🎥 Discover his perspective in this new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20 #SustainableFisheries
🎥 Discover his perspective in this new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20 #SustainableFisheries
December 3, 2025 at 8:07 AM
From sunny Cyprus, Michalis gives us a glimpse into #FisheriesControl at the eastern edge of Europe — from planning inspections to tackling the challenge of declining fish stocks.
🎥 Discover his perspective in this new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20 #SustainableFisheries
🎥 Discover his perspective in this new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20 #SustainableFisheries
Meet Clara, Master of the @guardiacostiera vessel Bruno Gregoretti. 🚢
Her work at sea brings together national experience & European cooperation to protect our maritime resources and support sustainable fisheries.
🎥Watch her story in the new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20
Her work at sea brings together national experience & European cooperation to protect our maritime resources and support sustainable fisheries.
🎥Watch her story in the new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20
December 2, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Meet Clara, Master of the @guardiacostiera vessel Bruno Gregoretti. 🚢
Her work at sea brings together national experience & European cooperation to protect our maritime resources and support sustainable fisheries.
🎥Watch her story in the new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20
Her work at sea brings together national experience & European cooperation to protect our maritime resources and support sustainable fisheries.
🎥Watch her story in the new #MeetTheInspectors video.
#EFCA20
"Life on board is challenging, fast-paced, and unforgettable—just ask Gennaro, Head of Operations on board at @guardiacostiera 🌊
For aspiring fisheries inspectors, his story shows why this profession is more than a job—it’s a mission.
🎥 Watch now
#MeetTheInspectors #EFCA20
For aspiring fisheries inspectors, his story shows why this profession is more than a job—it’s a mission.
🎥 Watch now
#MeetTheInspectors #EFCA20
December 1, 2025 at 7:59 AM
"Life on board is challenging, fast-paced, and unforgettable—just ask Gennaro, Head of Operations on board at @guardiacostiera 🌊
For aspiring fisheries inspectors, his story shows why this profession is more than a job—it’s a mission.
🎥 Watch now
#MeetTheInspectors #EFCA20
For aspiring fisheries inspectors, his story shows why this profession is more than a job—it’s a mission.
🎥 Watch now
#MeetTheInspectors #EFCA20
👀 Ever wondered what it’s like to be a fisheries inspector?
We asked inspectors from across Europe to share their experiences.
🎥 Their voices are coming soon. Stay tuned!
#EFCA20 #MeetTheInspectors
We asked inspectors from across Europe to share their experiences.
🎥 Their voices are coming soon. Stay tuned!
#EFCA20 #MeetTheInspectors
November 28, 2025 at 3:28 PM
👀 Ever wondered what it’s like to be a fisheries inspector?
We asked inspectors from across Europe to share their experiences.
🎥 Their voices are coming soon. Stay tuned!
#EFCA20 #MeetTheInspectors
We asked inspectors from across Europe to share their experiences.
🎥 Their voices are coming soon. Stay tuned!
#EFCA20 #MeetTheInspectors
Dive into EFCA’s 20-year journey!
Discover how EFCA was founded, the regulations that shaped its mission, why Vigo became our home, & how Joint Deployment Plans transformed cooperation at sea.🌊⚓
Explore the story
👉 www.efca.europa.eu/en/EFCA20
#EFCA20 #FisheriesControl #WeAssist
Discover how EFCA was founded, the regulations that shaped its mission, why Vigo became our home, & how Joint Deployment Plans transformed cooperation at sea.🌊⚓
Explore the story
👉 www.efca.europa.eu/en/EFCA20
#EFCA20 #FisheriesControl #WeAssist
November 26, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Dive into EFCA’s 20-year journey!
Discover how EFCA was founded, the regulations that shaped its mission, why Vigo became our home, & how Joint Deployment Plans transformed cooperation at sea.🌊⚓
Explore the story
👉 www.efca.europa.eu/en/EFCA20
#EFCA20 #FisheriesControl #WeAssist
Discover how EFCA was founded, the regulations that shaped its mission, why Vigo became our home, & how Joint Deployment Plans transformed cooperation at sea.🌊⚓
Explore the story
👉 www.efca.europa.eu/en/EFCA20
#EFCA20 #FisheriesControl #WeAssist
🎥#EFCA20 Video Contest‼️
Show your vision for sustainable oceans!🌊
🏆 Win a trip to EFCA HQ in Vigo + visit our patrol vessel
📅 Deadline: 9 Jan 2026
📩 Send your 1–2 min video to social-media@efca.europa.eu
Full rules👉https://bit.ly/3XyJydv
#SustainableFisheries
Show your vision for sustainable oceans!🌊
🏆 Win a trip to EFCA HQ in Vigo + visit our patrol vessel
📅 Deadline: 9 Jan 2026
📩 Send your 1–2 min video to social-media@efca.europa.eu
Full rules👉https://bit.ly/3XyJydv
#SustainableFisheries
November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
🎥#EFCA20 Video Contest‼️
Show your vision for sustainable oceans!🌊
🏆 Win a trip to EFCA HQ in Vigo + visit our patrol vessel
📅 Deadline: 9 Jan 2026
📩 Send your 1–2 min video to social-media@efca.europa.eu
Full rules👉https://bit.ly/3XyJydv
#SustainableFisheries
Show your vision for sustainable oceans!🌊
🏆 Win a trip to EFCA HQ in Vigo + visit our patrol vessel
📅 Deadline: 9 Jan 2026
📩 Send your 1–2 min video to social-media@efca.europa.eu
Full rules👉https://bit.ly/3XyJydv
#SustainableFisheries
A source of nutrition.
A source of employment.
A way of life.
The sea provides all of this—and much more. 🌊
At the heart of our mission is the commitment to #SustainableFisheries.
Here’s to a thriving, sustainable, and nourishing future for all fisheries.
#WorldFisheriesDay
A source of employment.
A way of life.
The sea provides all of this—and much more. 🌊
At the heart of our mission is the commitment to #SustainableFisheries.
Here’s to a thriving, sustainable, and nourishing future for all fisheries.
#WorldFisheriesDay
November 21, 2025 at 10:40 AM
A source of nutrition.
A source of employment.
A way of life.
The sea provides all of this—and much more. 🌊
At the heart of our mission is the commitment to #SustainableFisheries.
Here’s to a thriving, sustainable, and nourishing future for all fisheries.
#WorldFisheriesDay
A source of employment.
A way of life.
The sea provides all of this—and much more. 🌊
At the heart of our mission is the commitment to #SustainableFisheries.
Here’s to a thriving, sustainable, and nourishing future for all fisheries.
#WorldFisheriesDay
Latest mission aboard the #OceanProtector 🚢
Where? #WesternWaters 🌊
This time, an Estonian inspector joined our crew to support joint control operations.
Each patrol strengthens trust, cooperation, and effective #FisheriesControl across Europe’s seas.⚓
#WeCoordinate #JDP
Where? #WesternWaters 🌊
This time, an Estonian inspector joined our crew to support joint control operations.
Each patrol strengthens trust, cooperation, and effective #FisheriesControl across Europe’s seas.⚓
#WeCoordinate #JDP
November 18, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Latest mission aboard the #OceanProtector 🚢
Where? #WesternWaters 🌊
This time, an Estonian inspector joined our crew to support joint control operations.
Each patrol strengthens trust, cooperation, and effective #FisheriesControl across Europe’s seas.⚓
#WeCoordinate #JDP
Where? #WesternWaters 🌊
This time, an Estonian inspector joined our crew to support joint control operations.
Each patrol strengthens trust, cooperation, and effective #FisheriesControl across Europe’s seas.⚓
#WeCoordinate #JDP
🆕📰 EFCA — Promoting Fisheries Compliance 📣 Just published!
The latest edition of our leaflet is now available!
👉 Check it out on our website: bit.ly/3v2LBs5
Also available in Spanish!
#FisheriesControl #WeAssist
The latest edition of our leaflet is now available!
👉 Check it out on our website: bit.ly/3v2LBs5
Also available in Spanish!
#FisheriesControl #WeAssist
November 17, 2025 at 8:27 AM
🆕📰 EFCA — Promoting Fisheries Compliance 📣 Just published!
The latest edition of our leaflet is now available!
👉 Check it out on our website: bit.ly/3v2LBs5
Also available in Spanish!
#FisheriesControl #WeAssist
The latest edition of our leaflet is now available!
👉 Check it out on our website: bit.ly/3v2LBs5
Also available in Spanish!
#FisheriesControl #WeAssist