# Galician and Portuguese maritime sector cooperation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/galician-and-portuguese-maritime-sector-cooperation
> Updated: 2026-10-26T20:03:03.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 3.

Galicia and Portugal have moved to strengthen cooperation within their respective fishing and port sectors. During the Conxemar event, Galician Minister of the Sea Marta Villaverde and Docapesca president Afonso Oliveira discussed management models, technological integration, and the modernization of primary sales markets. Key objectives include improving price transparency, seafood traceability, food safety, and energy efficiency in cold storage, alongside the management of marine waste and fishery by-products.

In Galicia, the regional Parliament has approved initiatives presented by the People's Party (PP) to request central government assistance for the maritime-fishing industry. These include seeking a 100% exemption from Social Security monthly fees for shellfish gatherers forced to suspend activities, and requesting specific aid for the 63 fishing guilds facing personnel shortages in Maritime Captaincies and new navigation regulations.

Further regulatory developments include a European Union agreement allowing the landing of common sole as bycatch from November 1 to December 31. This agreement increases the total limit for the zone from 492 to 524 tons, shared between Spain and Portugal, following a closure that began in June. While providing temporary relief, Galician officials are calling for more stable long-term solutions for 2027.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Spanish regional authorities address fishing industry economic stability

Spanish regional authorities are providing millions in aid to Valencian fishers and securing temporary EU quotas for sole landings to support the economic viability of Mediterranean and Galician fleets.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-regional-authorities-address-fishing-industry-economic-stability

### 2026-10-22: Galician Parliament calls for increased support for fishing sector

The Galician Parliament approved initiatives urging the Spanish government to provide more effective aid to shellfish gatherers and fishing guilds to ensure the sector's economic viability.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/galician-parliament-calls-for-increased-support-for-fishing-sector

### 2026-10-05: Galicia and Portugal strengthen fishing and port sector cooperation

Galicia and Portugal are enhancing cooperation in the fishing and port sectors, focusing on market modernization, digital tools, traceability, and energy efficiency.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/galicia-and-portugal-strengthen-fishing-and-port-sector-cooperation

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