"European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF), s the fund for the EU's maritime and fisheries policies for 2014-2020.
It is one of the five European Structural and Investment (ESI) Funds which complement each other and seek to promote a growth and job based recovery in Europe.
The fund:
- Helps fishermen in the transition to sustainable fishing;
- Supports coastal communities in diversifying their economies;
- Finances projects that create new jobs and improve quality of life along European coasts;
- Supports sustainable aquaculture developments;
- Makes it easier for applicants to access financing."