Fishermen in Mytilene to protest new maritime regulations

Professional fishermen in Mytilene, Lesvos, have called for a protest at the local port on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 10:00. The mobilization, organized by the Agricultural Fishing Association ‘O Makar’ of the Municipality of West Lesvos, is part of a broader wave of protests by coastal fishermen across Greek ports.

The protesters are opposing new legislative regulations that they claim threaten the sustainability of professional fishing and the livelihoods of fishing families. Key grievances include mandatory digitalization requirements that do not account for local infrastructure, the high cost of installing satellite systems in coastal zones, and the lack of a registry for amateur fishermen despite previous ministerial assurances. Additionally, fishermen cited rising production costs due to fuel and supply prices. The association is calling for an immediate dialogue with the Ministry of Rural Development and Food to address these issues.