Fisheries Control and Enforcement – Detailed Rules on Base Amending Regulation (EU) 1224/2009

The document presents a comprehensive set of proposed amendments to the EU Delegated Regulation (EU) 1224/2009 on fisheries control, aiming to modernize the sector through digitalization and sustainability. Developed by the DigitalTrade4.EU consortium, it advocates for the integration of advanced digital tools such as Digital Product Passports (DPP), eIDAS 2.0 digital identities, blockchain traceability, AI-driven monitoring, and Legal Entity Identifiers (LEI/vLEI). The proposals enhance transparency, combat illegal fishing, streamline compliance, and align fisheries with the EU’s Green Deal and Digital Single Market objectives. A detailed roadmap further outlines how digital trade enablers can foster sustainability, inclusiveness for small-scale fisheries, and global leadership in responsible seafood production.