# Fisheries technology and innovation forums in Iberia

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fisheries-technology-and-innovation-forums-in-iberia
> Updated: 2026-10-29T12:55:31.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

In October 2026, the European Fisheries Control Agency (EFCA) announced it would host the inaugural FishConTech forum in Vigo, Spain. The event focuses on unmanned aerial surveillance and electronic monitoring technologies, aiming to connect technology providers with EU authorities to evaluate operational tools for fisheries surveillance.

Following this, the Expo Fish Portugal conference was scheduled for November 5 in Viana do Castelo. This event focuses on the broader fishing industry value chain, examining how innovation in production, processing, and marketing can enhance competitiveness. The conference includes expert discussions and the presentation of the Expo Fish Portugal Innovation Award.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-29: Expo Fish Portugal to focus on innovation in Viana do Castelo

Expo Fish Portugal will convene in Viana do Castelo on November 5 to discuss the role of innovation in the competitiveness of the fishing and maritime sectors.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/expo-fish-portugal-to-focus-on-innovation-in-viana-do-castelo

### 2026-10-16: EFCA to host FishConTech technology forum in Vigo

The European Fisheries Control Agency will host the FishConTech forum in Vigo on October 21 to showcase new technologies for fisheries surveillance and electronic monitoring.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/efca-to-host-fishcontech-technology-forum-in-vigo

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