Knowledge measures

Timely and efficient communication on new offshore installations to all seafarers to avoid their destruction by ships sailing in restricted aquaculture zones. For new installations, the coastguards can also use an ATON (Aid to Navigation, i.e. a navigation message or warning) whereby an emergency signal is continuously sent to all ships in the vicinity to notify them of an aquaculture farm in place.

Research and awareness Research and awareness

Relevant type of aquaculture:

Fish Shellfish Seaweed

Relevant sea basin:

Baltic

Relevant stage:

Prevention and reduction

Related Barriers:

  • Lack of funding

  • Missing obligatory standards for new installations during licensing processes

  • Lack of communication between relevant sectors and administration.

Related Good Practice:

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