The European Commission has welcomed
the backing from the EU's General Affairs Council for the progress made
in delivering the EU's Blue Growth Strategy. This Strategy aims at
creating sustainable economic growth and employment in the marine and
maritime economy to help Europe's economic recovery.
The Council conclusions stress the
importance of the Action Plan for the Atlantic Maritime Strategy to
promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the Blue Economy of coastal
Atlantic regions. The Conclusions also welcome the progress made in the
EU maritime policies, such as the agreement on the reform of the Common
Fisheries Policy, the adoption of Strategic Guidelines for the
sustainable development of EU aquaculture or the adoption of the
LeaderSHIP 2020 strategy which gives new impetus to innovation and
diversification of the shipbuilding industry.
Maria Damanaki, European
Commissioner for Fisheries and Maritime Affairs said, “Today's
endorsement of the Council shows that delivering the potential of the
Blue Economy in terms of growth, jobs and competitiveness is a European
commitment. Blue growth is a long term political strategy and the
support for its first steps is very encouraging".
Innovative aquaculturists have until July 15, 2013 to apply for the first Global Aquaculture Innovation Award. The application deadline has been extended the competition has been opened up to all farms.
Organised by the Global Aquaculture Alliance and sponsored by Novus International, the competition is intended to recognise innovative aquaculture practices. Innovations can span the full range of farm activities, including
wetlands conservation, feed management, water-quality management,
effluent reduction, energy reduction, staff training, community
relations, animal welfare, and health and nutrition.
The prize package includes US$1,000 cash and an all-expenses-paid trip to GAA's GOAL 2013 conference in Paris, France.
Scottish Sea Farms and Fusion Marine have donated £8,000 to Oban Cinema to allow cinema-goers to enjoy the 3D experience.
Oban
Cinema can now let patrons enjoy the 3D experience with the help of
local Scottish firms, Fusion Marine and Scottish Sea Farms. The
companies have donated £5,000 and £3,000 respectively and this cash is
being used to help the cinema with the costs related to the new digital
technology.
Fiona Shaw, artistic director and CEO of the cinema, said, “The
support and generous donations from both Fusion Marine and Scottish Sea
Farms could not have come at a better time for the cinema. We
have only recently installed a brand new digital projector to replace
the old 35mm one and this additional help with funds allowed us to also
install a 3D system at the same time. We
were able to opt for the best 3D system available, Dolby 3D, which
audiences will see offers an exceptional viewing experience alongside
our new Dolby 7.1 surround sound system which the money also helped see
us secure.”
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