Directorate-General Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (MARE)

About us

Directorate-General Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (MARE) develops and monitors the implementation of the Commission regarding the area of fisheries and maritime affairs. The DG's main task is the management of the common fisheries policy (CFP) i that provides a basis for sustainable fishing in the waters of the European Union and elsewhere by taking into account environmental, economic and social aspects and good governance.