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ATLANTIC NETWORK OF TOURIST EXPERIENCES TO PROMOTE FISHING AND MARITIME CULTURAL HERITAGE

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The FISATUR PROJECT is directly linked to the local fisheries and tourism sectors to achieve coastal fishing regions proper economic growth. This goal will be achieved through the integration and promotion of Atlantic tourist products and services related to fishing, aquaculture and maritime heritage. 

The project will contribute to assess the fishing-seaside tourism model that can help spreading an innovative way to think and use the coastal resources. 

FISATUR will have a 28 months’ duration and will be developed in three phases.

The project will initially create a comprehensive map of existing initiatives in the Atlantic region. This will provide a clear overview of the current ecosystem and identify gaps for potential collaboration.

Then, ten project leaders will be selected per territory to participate in an incubation program. This program will provide mentorship, training, and access to resources to help these ideas develop into successful businesses.

A jury will select the two best initiatives from each country.

Finally, these initiatives will embark on an immersive study visit and trade mission. This mission will take participants on a navigation tour from France to Portugal, strategically stopping for B2B exchanges and other network initiatives. This will provide an opportunity for them to gain exposure to potential partners and investors.

Project Concept

Aim

Bridging the local fisheries and tourism sectors for coastal region economic growth.

Vision

Innovative Atlantic tourist products/services connected to fishing aquaculture and maritime heritage.

Goal

Assess the viability of a fishing-seaside tourism model for innovative coastal resource utilization.

Objectives

The main goal is to create a cohesive Atlantic network aimed at fostering the integration and promotion of products and services rooted in the region rich fishing maritime heritage. This initiative seeks to bridge the current gap in the utilization of this heritage, transforming it into a significant catalyst for both economic and cultural enrichment across the Atlantic area.

Despite the Atlantic region’s abundant maritime legacy, there’s a noticeable shortfall in both awareness and appreciation among locals and visitors. Additionally, the development of related products and services faces hurdles such as limited funding and insufficient collaborative efforts among key stakeholders. This network intends to surmount these challenges, enhancing cooperation and facilitating the introduction of innovative offerings that highlight the fishing maritime heritage. Moreover, it aims to raise awareness of maritime heritage among community members and tourists alike.

Expected results:

  • Development of a GIS tool to bolster the network
  • Assessment and mapping of fishing and tourism business dynamics and opportunities.
  • Inclusion of 100 fishing tourism initiatives within the network
  • Increase in awareness and engagement with the fishing maritime heritage. 

This objective focuses on providing comprehensive training and mentoring to project leaders in critical areas such as sustainability (green skills), digital competencies, policy and legal knowledge, business acumen, soft skills (including customer service and languages), and effective communication. This initiative aligns with the European Green Deal and Blue Economy principles, emphasizing decarbonization, biodiversity, coastal resilience, and circularity, alongside promoting sustainable tourism. 

A significant skills gap has been identified among professionals in crucial sectors like sustainability and digitalization, which are increasingly pivotal in the context of modern environmental and economic policies. This training is designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills to meet these evolving demands.

Expected results:

  • 30 project leaders supported.
  • Integration of 30 new products/services into the Atlantic Sea basin tourism offerings.

The aim here is to cultivate a vibrant platform for exchanging experiences and best practices in the realms of fisheries diversification and blue entrepreneurship. This exchange is pivotal for unearthing and capitalizing on opportunities for innovation and growth within the sector.

Effective collaboration and networking are the sources of success in fisheries diversification and blue entrepreneurship. By facilitating a dynamic exchange among a wide array of stakeholders, this objective seeks to elevate understanding and awareness of available opportunities, fostering a community that thrives on shared knowledge, resources, and expertise.

Expected results:

  • Conducting 30 partnering activities among SMEs/start-ups within blue economy and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Organizing of national (SP/FR/PT) events to foster social acceptance of fisheries diversification and its benefits.
  • Enhancing awareness and engagement among coastal stakeholders regarding fisheries diversification and environmental conservation efforts.
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expected results

> 1 digital tool developed to support the network

> 100 fishing-seaside tourism initiatives linked to the network

> 50 linkages among fishing tourism value chain promote through the network

> 150 participants that increased awareness and engagement with fishing, maritime and tourism sectors

> 30 project leaders supported

Coordinator & partners

Foundation for Fishing and Shellfishing (FUNDAMAR)

FUNDAMAR is the first organization in the fisheries sector accounting for equal representation for employers, organizations, and trade unions. It promotes initiatives to improve sustainability and equal opportunities, in addition to disseminating the heritage of the fishing and shellfish sector.

Institute for the Sustainable Development (ICSEM)

ICSEM is a private institute that provides strategic consultancy focused on supporting public and private entities to generate positive value in terms of social, economic and environmental development.

Alto Minho Inter-Municipal Association (CIM Alto Minho)

CIM Alto Minho is an inter-municipal association comprising the 10 municipalities of Alto Minho. Its objective is to transform the Alto Minho into an area of environmental excellence, capable of developing its resources and tourist activities in a sustainable way.

Business Innovation Center (Technopole)

Technopole Quimper-Cornouaille is a not for profit organisation. As business innovation center, we provide bespoke services to meet early-stage, start-up & scale-up companies in all sectors. We play a hands-on role helping entrepreneurs to navigate in the innovation ecosystem and business path. We have developed an expertise in blue economy, agri-food, digital & European projects.

Polythecnic Institute of Viana do Castelo (IPVC)

IPVC is a public higher education institution, at the service of the development of the person and society, which creates and shares knowledge, science, technology and culture. IPVC promotes the integral training of students throughout their lives, combining teaching with research, in a proactive attitude of permanent innova- tion, cooperation and commitment, focused on the development of the region and the country, and on internationalisation.

Agro Rennes-Angers Institute (L'Institut Agro)

Agro Rennes-Angers Institute, formerly known as AGROCAMPUS OUEST, merges Agrocampus Rennes and the National Institute of Horticulture in Angers. It prioritizes international education and research, particularly in life sciences, including fisheries, within the European agricultural and food hub.

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