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PROBITEC S.L. 1
Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec is a company specialised in environment and
marine affairs, in business since 1996. Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec
continues on the tradition left behind by Estudios
Biologicos E.B. s.l., broadening its scope of work to new
lines of work.
From its inception it has collaborated with the public
administration and the private sector, both in Spain and
abroad.
The objective of Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec is to provide an agile answer to
current problems that affect the management and
conservation of natural resources, contributing to the
socioeconomic development of countries. For this
purpose, it offers its clients its experience and a
multidisciplinary team of technician trained in a wide
variety of fields. 1
ContentsContentsContentsContents
∗ Who are we?Who are we?Who are we?Who are we?
∗ Human resourcesHuman resourcesHuman resourcesHuman resources
∗ Geographical scope of workGeographical scope of workGeographical scope of workGeographical scope of work
∗ Areas of activityAreas of activityAreas of activityAreas of activity
∗ Fisheries and aquacultureFisheries and aquacultureFisheries and aquacultureFisheries and aquaculture
∗ Research, development and Research, development and Research, development and Research, development and
innovation and biotechnologyinnovation and biotechnologyinnovation and biotechnologyinnovation and biotechnology
∗ Marine biosphere and marine Marine biosphere and marine Marine biosphere and marine Marine biosphere and marine
protected areasprotected areasprotected areasprotected areas
∗ Development cooperation and Development cooperation and Development cooperation and Development cooperation and
international projectsinternational projectsinternational projectsinternational projects
∗ Countries and activityCountries and activityCountries and activityCountries and activity
∗ Platforms and entities to Platforms and entities to Platforms and entities to Platforms and entities to
which Probitec belongswhich Probitec belongswhich Probitec belongswhich Probitec belongs
∗ Strategic partnersStrategic partnersStrategic partnersStrategic partners
∗ Projects completed Projects completed Projects completed Projects completed
∗ Fisheries and aquacultureFisheries and aquacultureFisheries and aquacultureFisheries and aquaculture
∗ Ecology and environmentEcology and environmentEcology and environmentEcology and environment
Septembre 2013
CONTACT ADDRESS:CONTACT ADDRESS:CONTACT ADDRESS:CONTACT ADDRESS:
Avenida Cardenal Herrera Oria nº 65 28034 Madrid (España-Spain)
Tel: + 34 91 728 30 43 Fax: + 34 91 302 55 50
Email: [email protected] WEB: www.probitec.com
our constant concern to be
systematically up to date regarding
scientific and technical developments
that affect our work, incorporating
new specialists as needed, based on
the technical needs of projects.
Our team have language skills to work
in English, Portuguese, French and
Spanish.
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Human ResourcesHuman ResourcesHuman ResourcesHuman Resources
The team of ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec comprises
specialists in very diverse technical and
scientific disciplines, involved in the
areas of environment and fisheries.
The multidisciplinary approach to our
work ensures suitable project outcomes,
approached with professionalism and
quality.
The entire staff of Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec has ample
experience in their fields of work; it is
PROBITEC S.L.
Geographical Scope of Work Geographical Scope of Work Geographical Scope of Work Geographical Scope of Work
The geographical scope of work of the
company includes Spain as well as
other countries. In Spain, our main
direct clients are on one hand private
companies and the public sector,
including all administrative levels
(local, regional, national), on the other
hand.
In the international arena, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec is
present in aquaculture management,
f i s h e r i e s d e v e l o p m e n t a n d
biotechnology projects in Latin
America, Africa, and Asia. We are
firmly committed to expanding our
services abroad, lending our proven
experience to the identification,
formulation, execution and evaluation
of projects, supported by best
practices and following the guidelines
recommended by the European Union,
the OECD, and the Spanish Agency for
International Cooperation.
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Areas of Activity Areas of Activity Areas of Activity Areas of Activity
Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec works on the following areas:
• FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE
• RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
• MARINE BIOSPHERE AND MARINE PROTECTED AREAS
• DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION AND INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS
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PROBITEC S.L.
Fisheries and Aquaculture Fisheries and Aquaculture Fisheries and Aquaculture Fisheries and Aquaculture
The experience of Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec expands
over several areas related to the study
and improvement of fisheries
activities and aquaculture in our
country and abroad.
The main fields of study of our
company focus on the evaluation of
fisheries resources and the potential
of fishing grounds in different parts of
the world, sector assessment,
f i sher ies soc ioeconomic and
sustainability studies, analyses of
national and foreign fleets, market
studies of products and sub-products
or ig inat ing f rom f ishing and
aquaculture activities, analysis of
p r o d u c t i o n s y s t e m s , f i s h i n g
cooperation, evaluation and drafting
of projects, analyses of investment
opportunities, etc.
Among our work abroad we may
highlight projects in Peru, Algeria, and
Cape Verde.
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Research, Development and Research, Development and Research, Development and Research, Development and
Innovation and Biotechnology Innovation and Biotechnology Innovation and Biotechnology Innovation and Biotechnology
Biotechnology is a key line of work for
the development of less advanced
countries and regions.
ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec considers that technological
innovation must be used in such a
way that developing countries may
advance in the fields of science and
technology, and therefore preserve
their natural and genetic resources, as
well as their arts and traditions.
P r o b i t e c c o l l a b o r a t e s w i t h
international and regional institutions
jointly with the public administration
of developing countries in order to
adapt their legislation to international
standards, preserving their natural
wealth from illegal and uncontrolled
exploitation.
Similarly, Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec works on the
development of specific project
models for each country, adapted to
their requirements and their needs.
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Marine Biosphere Marine Biosphere Marine Biosphere Marine Biosphere ---- Marine Marine Marine Marine
Protected Areas Protected Areas Protected Areas Protected Areas
One of the main areas of activity
developed by Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec is the study and
conservation of the marine biosphere.
Probitec has participated in projects to
identify and characterise Marine
Protected Areas, and has been an
advisor for the implementation in
Spain of the Habitats Directive in the
marine environment, and the OSPAR
and Barcelona conventions.
As well, Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec has undertaken
planning studies in coastal marine
areas and studies of environmental
impact of human activity in the sea. In
order to carry out those studies, the
company has the necessary mapping,
sampling, and analysis tools.
Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec is aware of the need to
preserve the marine environment
through a sustainable use of
resources, preventing biodiversity loss
and minimising human impacts on
this ecosystem. The awareness that
pervades in Probitec’s Probitec’s Probitec’s Probitec’s approach
within this field is one of our main
assets.
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Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec has participated in numerous
projects abroad aimed towards econo-
mic and social development, and to-
wards environmental conservation.
Among the services Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec provides
is the development of integrated pro-
jects, contributing the financing sche-
mes that may better adapt to the
needs of each country, whether fun-
ding originates from bilateral sources
from Spain or multilateral sources.
In this manner, Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec promotes,
manages and develops turnkey pro-
jects, either independently or in part-
nership with other firms.
To this effect, Probitec Probitec Probitec Probitec acts:
∗ As a commercial agent, promo-
ting the project
∗ As a financing agent, putting to-
gether the financing scheme and
ensuring funding
∗ Carrying out the project in an in-
tegrated manner.
∗ Assessment of cooperation pro-
jects
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Development Cooperation Development Cooperation Development Cooperation Development Cooperation ----
International Scope International Scope International Scope International Scope
PROBITEC S.L.
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This section includes those countries where Probitec has worked, detailing the areas
of activity in each of them:
Africa:Africa:Africa:Africa:
∗ Angola: Aquaculture and fisheries
∗ Senegal: Fisheries
∗ Mauritania: Fisheries
∗ Guinea Bissau: Fisheries
∗ Namibia: Aquaculture and fisheries
∗ Algeria: Aquaculture and fisheries
∗ Cape Verde: Fisheries
∗ Mozambique: Biotechnology, R+D+ innovation, fisheries, marine biosp-
here
∗ South Africa: Fisheries
Latin America:Latin America:Latin America:Latin America:
∗ Argentina: Fisheries
∗ Chile: Fisheries
∗ Peru: Fisheries, aquaculture, marine biosphere
∗ Bolivia: Aquaculture and marine biosphere
∗ Colombia: Fisheries and aquaculture
∗ Uruguay: Fisheries
∗ Panama: Fisheries
∗ Guatemala: Fisheries
∗ Belize: Aquaculture
∗ Honduras: Fisheries, marine biosphere and aquaculture
∗ Nicaragua: Fisheries, marine biosphere and aquaculture
∗ El Salvador: Fisheries, marine biosphere and aquaculture
∗ Costa Rica: Fisheries
∗ Mexico: Fisheries
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Countries where PROBITEC has a Countries where PROBITEC has a Countries where PROBITEC has a Countries where PROBITEC has a
presence presence presence presence
∗ Cuba: Fisheries and aquaculture
Europe:Europe:Europe:Europe:
∗ Romania: Fisheries and aquaculture
∗ Lithuania: Fisheries
∗ Turkey: Fisheries
Near EastNear EastNear EastNear East:
∗ Yemen: Fisheries and aquaculture
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∗ Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment:Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment:Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment:Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment: Through the Secretariat General
for Marine Affairs (former Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries), ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec
has worked on numerous projects dealing with fisheries and aquaculture in
Spain as well as in other countries. For several years ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec maintained the
fisheries offices of the Secretariat General for Marine Affairs in Montevideo and
Dakar. Similarly, through the Directorate General for Biodiversity, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has
been a consultant on the Natura 2000 Network in the marine environment and
on the creation of a network of marine protected areas in Spain.
∗ Fund for the Regulation and Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aqua-Fund for the Regulation and Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aqua-Fund for the Regulation and Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aqua-Fund for the Regulation and Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aqua-
culture Products (FROM):culture Products (FROM):culture Products (FROM):culture Products (FROM): ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has carried out several projects for FROM on
the quality of fisheries products and their labelling and traceability. We have
provided technical support over a three year term to this entity through a con-
sulting contract. Also noteworthy is the work done on the almadraba technique
of net fishing in the province of Cadiz to improve the productive capacity and
quality, funded by FROM.
∗ MercasaMercasaMercasaMercasa: The national company Mercasa is in charge of the wholesale markets
in Spain and belongs to the Ministry of Environment, Rural and Marine Affairs.
ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked with Mercasa in the design of a reference fisheries centre
in Algeria.
∗ INNOVAMAR Foundation:INNOVAMAR Foundation:INNOVAMAR Foundation:INNOVAMAR Foundation: The Technological Institute for the Development of
Marine Industries Foundation (INNOVAMAR) has as its primary purpose to pro-
mote research and development in the areas of naval shipbuilding industry and
auxiliary industries, marine shipping and the exploitation of marine resources.
ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec provided technical assistance to INNOVAMAR on the suitability of cre-
ating a Mutual Guarantee Society for the fishing sector.
∗ Ministry of Production (Peru):Ministry of Production (Peru):Ministry of Production (Peru):Ministry of Production (Peru): ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked for the Fisheries Vice-
ministry of Peru on several projects since 1999, in collaboration with entities
decentralised from the institution itself such as IMARPE and FONDEPES.
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Main Probitec clients: Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine EnvironmentMain Probitec clients: Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine EnvironmentMain Probitec clients: Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine EnvironmentMain Probitec clients: Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Environment
Clients Clients Clients Clients
Among other actions the Strategic Plan for fisheries and aquaculture in the Titi-
caca Lake should be noted, as well as the technical assistance to improve 45
artisan fishing docks on the Peruvian coast and the region of Loreto. Also
should be noted the work done to create and start up the aquaculture census
and the technical feasibility study on the installation of a experimental farm to
raise juvenile tuna in Peruvian waters.
∗ Ministry of Science and Technology (Mozambique):Ministry of Science and Technology (Mozambique):Ministry of Science and Technology (Mozambique):Ministry of Science and Technology (Mozambique): Through financing from the
Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Development, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec organ-
ised an International Seminar on marine biotechnology in Maputo. Additionally,
during the past few years a project has been designed to implement a marine
biotechnology laboratory in the country, with Spanish funding.
∗ Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Development (AECID):Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Development (AECID):Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Development (AECID):Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Development (AECID): Since
1998 ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has carried out several different projects for AECID in the areas
of fisheries and aquaculture, in Africa as well as in Latin America. Among them,
we could note the assessments carried out in the Gulf of Fonseca, Belize, Co-
lombia, Peru or Namibia, among others. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked on contract in sev-
eral technical assistance projects within the framework of the PADESPA project
in Peru since 1999. As well, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has carried out several assessments of
cooperation projects.
∗ Ministry of Infrastructures, Transport and Telecommunications of Cape Verde:Ministry of Infrastructures, Transport and Telecommunications of Cape Verde:Ministry of Infrastructures, Transport and Telecommunications of Cape Verde:Ministry of Infrastructures, Transport and Telecommunications of Cape Verde: A
study was carried out with Spanish funding on the modernisation of port infra-
structures in the Mindelo port, related to cold storage capacity and operation of
industrial fleets that use that port as a logistics base.
∗ Ministry of Trade, Industry and Tourism in Spain:Ministry of Trade, Industry and Tourism in Spain:Ministry of Trade, Industry and Tourism in Spain:Ministry of Trade, Industry and Tourism in Spain: ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has prepared several
project funding proposals using the FEV (Feasibility Studies Fund) and FAD
(Development Aid Fund) funds, aimed towards the internationalisation of Span-
ish companies, having a good knowledge of the methodology and application
process. Using those funds the company has carried out projects in Peru, Cape
Verde, Algeria, and Mozambique.
∗ OSPESCAOSPESCAOSPESCAOSPESCA: The Fisheries and Aquaculture Organisation of Central America is a
reference in Latin America on joint management of fisheries and aquaculture
resources. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has been an advisor for OSPESCA fora. OSPESCA is an enti-
ty depending from the Central American Integration System
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∗ OLDEPESCAOLDEPESCAOLDEPESCAOLDEPESCA: The Fisheries and Aquaculture Organisation of Latin America,
based in Lima, is becoming established as an essential tool for all fishing coun-
tries and countries with potential for the development of aquaculture in Latin
America. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has a mandate to seek projects and international funding
prospects for them, acting as consultants in this matter. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has recently
coordinated the project to create a protocol to improve de quality of hydrobio-
logical products from artisanal fisheries and aquaculture in seven countries
part of Oldepesca.
∗ International Labour Organisation (ILO):International Labour Organisation (ILO):International Labour Organisation (ILO):International Labour Organisation (ILO): The ILO is trying to get all countries as-
sociated with the organisation to implement the 188 Work in Fishing Conven-
tion. In Spain, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has completed a report on the 188 Convention in
Spain, as well as presented at an international seminar on working conditions
aboard fishing vessels.
∗ PEW Environmental TrustPEW Environmental TrustPEW Environmental TrustPEW Environmental Trust: A USA environmental organisation with an ever in-
creasing presence in Europe. Among others, PEW is the promoter and primary
funder of the OCEAN2012, Seas at Risk and Shark Alliance platforms. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec
has worked for PEW on an assessment of public financing for European fleets
and the connection to illegal fishing activities.
∗ Spanish National Research Council (CSIC):Spanish National Research Council (CSIC):Spanish National Research Council (CSIC):Spanish National Research Council (CSIC): The CSIC in the main research insti-
tution in Spain, comprising all scientific disciplines. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has participated in
scientific collaborations with different institutes of the CSIC such as the Nation-
al Museum of Natural Science and the Blanes Advanced Studies Centre on ma-
rine protected areas projects, and the implementation in Spain of international
policies on the conservation of marine habitats and species.
∗ TragsatecTragsatecTragsatecTragsatec: A public company with a large number of projects related to fisheries
and the marine environment. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked for Tragsatec on the evalua-
tion of the costs of implementing the Natura 2000 Network in the marine envi-
ronment.
∗ WWF SpainWWF SpainWWF SpainWWF Spain: Reference NGO in Spain due to its commitment to environmental
conservation. Since 1988, we have collaborated with WWF in the design and
implementation of its marine strategy. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked for WWF on numer-
ous national and international consulting projects on fisheries and the marine
environment; worth noting are the identification of a network of Marine Protect-
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ed Areas in Spain, from which emerged the project Life + INDEMARES.
∗ IntecsaIntecsaIntecsaIntecsa----Inarsa (SNCInarsa (SNCInarsa (SNCInarsa (SNC----Lavalin):Lavalin):Lavalin):Lavalin): Spanish engineering company with a great deal of
experience in port related issues. As a joint venture with this company, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec
has carried out an analysis of 45 artisan fishing docks in Peru for the Vice-
ministry of Environment. As well, ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has been part of several different pro-
posals prepared by Intecsa-Inarsa, among which we may note the sonar map-
ping of different coastal regions in the Mediterranean and Canary Islands.
∗ Central America Commission for Environment and DevelopmentCentral America Commission for Environment and DevelopmentCentral America Commission for Environment and DevelopmentCentral America Commission for Environment and Development: This is the or-
ganisation dedicated to environmental conservation of the Central American
Integration System. The Commission is funded by different international donors
among which is the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Develop-
ment: ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked for the commission to identify a line of action Arau-
caria XXI in the Gulf of Fonseca, leading to the current project known as
“Corredor del Mangle” (Mangle Corridor).
∗ TypsaTypsaTypsaTypsa----TecnomaTecnomaTecnomaTecnoma: Spanish group of companies with whom ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec frequently
collaborates in environmental projects both land based and marine based. In
this line we may note the preparation of a environmental impact study of the
construction project design for a marina in Cartagena.
∗ InteratúnInteratúnInteratúnInteratún: Tuna inter-professional organisation, set up by the tuna vessel ship
owning companies and the tuna canning companies in Spain. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec devel-
oped for Interatun a project to improve the competitiveness of the tuna sector
in Europe.
∗ CEPESCACEPESCACEPESCACEPESCA: The Spanish Fishing Confederation comprises the main fishing vessel
ship owner associations in Spain. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has been an advisor to CEPESCA,
preparing competitiveness studies of the bottom trawling and longline fishing
fleets. Additionally, experimental fishing campaigns have been designed for as-
sociates of Cepesca.
∗ Fishing Company Clusters in Third CountriesFishing Company Clusters in Third CountriesFishing Company Clusters in Third CountriesFishing Company Clusters in Third Countries: The CEPPT is a business initiative
of Spanish ship owners with fishing interests in other countries, particularly in
Africa and Latin America. ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has worked with the Cluster providing tech-
nical assistance on the health situation of several different African countries
and the adaptation of EU policy to export fishing products to Europe.
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∗ European CommissionEuropean CommissionEuropean CommissionEuropean Commission: Through different PHARE programmes funded by the
European Union to facilitate the adaptation of fishing policies of countries un-
dergoing the integration process.
∗ CH2MHillCH2MHillCH2MHillCH2MHill: Consulting company with whom ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec carried out several environ-
mental impact studies on REPSOL/YPF oil exploration activities in Mediterrane-
an and Atlantic waters.
∗ Canary Islands Regional Government, Fisheries DepartmentCanary Islands Regional Government, Fisheries DepartmentCanary Islands Regional Government, Fisheries DepartmentCanary Islands Regional Government, Fisheries Department: The entity manag-
ing fishing activity in the Canary Islands region commissioned the services of
ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec to carry out several different audits on the eligibility for structural funds
for fishing (IFOP) of the applications submitted related to fishing and aquacul-
ture activities.
Other clients ofOther clients ofOther clients ofOther clients of ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec’s: s: s: s:
∗ CBDCBDCBDCBD----Habitat FoundationHabitat FoundationHabitat FoundationHabitat Foundation: A foundation with fishing projects in Mauritania
∗ China National Fishing CompanyChina National Fishing CompanyChina National Fishing CompanyChina National Fishing Company: A fishing vessel shipowning company
∗ CONFREMARCONFREMARCONFREMARCONFREMAR: Company involved in the manufacture and distribution of
frozen fishing products
∗ TECNOCEANTECNOCEANTECNOCEANTECNOCEAN: Oceanographic studies company
∗ EPTISAEPTISAEPTISAEPTISA: Generalist consulting company for whom ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec has prepared
several different proposals and studies
∗ INCAMAR seafoodINCAMAR seafoodINCAMAR seafoodINCAMAR seafood: Fishing products production and commercialisation
company in Peru
∗ Fomento al DesarrolloFomento al DesarrolloFomento al DesarrolloFomento al Desarrollo: Spanish company involved in the promotion of
projects abroad
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∗ PROING IngenieríaPROING IngenieríaPROING IngenieríaPROING Ingeniería: Company specialised in the design and construction
of refrigeration and food processing infrastructures
∗ Ramón Vizcaíno GroupRamón Vizcaíno GroupRamón Vizcaíno GroupRamón Vizcaíno Group: Company specialised in the design and construc-
tion of refrigeration infrastructures
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ProbitecProbitecProbitecProbitec belongs to the following platforms related to fishing, aquaculture and marine
environment:
∗ Fishing and Aquaculture Technological Platform of Spain (PTEPA)Fishing and Aquaculture Technological Platform of Spain (PTEPA)Fishing and Aquaculture Technological Platform of Spain (PTEPA)Fishing and Aquaculture Technological Platform of Spain (PTEPA): The platform
is a meeting point for all agents in the science-technology-business system and
the public administrations, where each of them has an essential role in the
preparation and realization of recommendations related to actions and activi-
ties of the fisheries and aquaculture sector in the R+D+innovation fields.
∗ Oceans Research Association (AIMARES)Oceans Research Association (AIMARES)Oceans Research Association (AIMARES)Oceans Research Association (AIMARES): AIMARES is a non-profit association
created to promote knowledge, protect, develop and promote the marine envi-
ronment and related activities.
∗ ConnectedConnectedConnectedConnected: Association of development consultancy firms
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Platforms and Collaborating Entities Platforms and Collaborating Entities Platforms and Collaborating Entities Platforms and Collaborating Entities
PROBITEC S.L.
1997199719971997
∗ Guide on the main fisheries and aquaculture species of commercial interest in Spain.
Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
1999199919991999
∗ Analysis of cost-effectiveness of the fishing fleet that operates under international
fishing agreements. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture,
Fisheries and Food.
∗ Technical Assistance to teach courses in the Canary Islands Region for the
dissemination, implementation and consolidation of the commercial link of Royal
Decree 331/1999 on the normalisation and classification of fresh, refrigerated and
cooked fisheries products. Regulation and Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries
and Aquaculture Products (FROM). Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
2000200020002000
∗ Implementation of a label for fisheries products originating from marine reserves:
implementation in the case of the Columbretes Islands. Secretariat General for Marine
Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
2001200120012001
∗ Analysis of the evolution of foreign fisheries trade, both within and outside the EU in
Spain, during the period 1986-2000. Future prospects. Secretariat General for Marine
Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Analysis and evolution of fisheries products imports from public-private partnerships
during the period 1986-2000. Integration of public-private partnerships in
commercialisation schemes. Future prospects. Secretariat General for Marine
Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
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FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND MARINE ENVIRONMENTFISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND MARINE ENVIRONMENTFISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND MARINE ENVIRONMENTFISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND MARINE ENVIRONMENT
Main references Main references Main references Main references
∗ Exploration of the possibilities to form public-private partnerships in the Republic of
Yemen. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Food.
∗ Study on pelagic fisheries large fleets. Impact on fisheries agreements and the world
fishmeal market. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture,
Fisheries and Food.
2002200220022002
∗ Technical assistance for the implementation of a system to improve quality on land of
fishing products in specific first points of sale. Novotec/Regulation and Market
Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture Products (FROM). Ministry of
Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Analysis of the acquisition of fishing vessels with Spanish flag and fishing potential in
Western Africa. China National Fisheries Corporation.
∗ Study on the recent evolution of the Argentinean fishing grounds and the
consequences for the activity of Spanish fishing fleets. Secretariat General for Marine
Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Study on the situation and prospects for the aquaculture sector in Algeria and design
of a marine aquaculture pilot research centre in Bou Ismail. People’s Democratic
Republic of Algeria – Spanish Agency for International Cooperation
∗ Identification of artisan fishing and aquaculture projects for Guatemala and Belize.
Spanish Agency for International Cooperation. Ministry of Foreign Affairs
∗ Study on the eligibility of costs and economic feasibility of investments co-financed by
IFOP within the scope of the fleet (Las Palmas). Department of Agriculture, Livestock,
Fisheries and Food. Regional Government of the Canary Islands.
∗ Study on the eligibility of costs and economic feasibility of investments co-financed by
IFOP within the scope of the fleet (Tenerife). Department of Agriculture, Livestock,
Fisheries and Food. Regional Government of the Canary Islands.
∗ Study on the eligibility of costs and economic feasibility of co-financed investments in
aquaculture (in partnership). ETI / Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and
Food. Regional Government of the Canary Islands.
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2003200320032003
∗ Assessment of artisan fishing in the Colombian Caribbean Sea. Issues and
development potential. Spanish Agency for International Cooperation. Ministry of
Foreign Affairs.
∗ Study on the development potential of the Spanish fleet fishing for black hake in
African waters: current issues and solutions for the future. Secretariat General for
Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Monitoring of the Activity of the Fleets operating in the Atlantic African Coast, in the
area located between Ivory Coast and Morocco. WWF-Adena.
∗ Aquaculture census and coastal management in Tacna and Moquegua (Peru). Spanish
Agency for International Cooperation. Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
∗ Analysis of IFOP eligibility of marine aquaculture. Canary Islands Regional Government,
Fisheries Department.
∗ Technical assistance to support the Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and
Aquaculture Products (FROM) in the monitoring of pilot projects in the year 2003-
2004. FROM – Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Implementation of quality improvement systems for productivity on board
fishing vessels.
∗ Implementation of quality improvement systems in specific first points of sale
for fisheries products.
∗ Implementation of a Commercial Communications Network between certain
points of sale: INFOPES.
2004200420042004
∗ Analysis of IFOP eligibility of marine aquaculture. Characterisation of costs.
Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food. Regional Government of the
Canary Islands.
∗ Study on the opportunities for investment in the fishing sector in Mauritania.
Possibilities for integration of the fleet operating under the EU/Mauritania agreement.
Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
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∗ Natural characterisation of the sea bottom located opposite the main pier of the
fishing port of Aguilas (Murcia). TECNOCEAN S.L./ Public Works Department, Regional
Government of Murcia.
∗ Pilot project to improve the quality of marine aquaculture products. In collaboration
with Deployment S.L. for the Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture
Products (FROM), Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Technical assistance to prepare an analysis of the policies regulating professional
diving and boating associated with aquaculture facilities. Secretariat General for
Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Benefit-cost analysis of tuna fishing agreements signed by the European Union with
coastal African countries. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of
Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Benefit-cost analysis of the European Union/Mauritania Fishing Agreement. Secretariat
General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Benefit-cost analysis of the European Union/Angola Fishing Agreement. Secretariat
General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Study on the use of environmental labelling on tuna cans and packaged tuna products
in Spain. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Food.
∗ Drafting of the Technical terms and conditions for the preparation of a National
Inventory of Habitats and Marine Taxa for the Habitats Directive and the Barcelona and
OSPAR Conventions. Biodiversity Directorate General, Ministry of Environment.
2005200520052005
∗ Preparation of a report on the fishing sector and technology and innovation policy.
Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Presentation and dissemination to small and medium sized companies working in the
marine sector in Spain and their associations of the characteristics, particularities,
advantages, drawbacks, and costs of Mutual Guarantee Societies, and
acknowledgement of the degree of acceptance that a sector specific Mutual Guarantee
Society may have among such businesses. INNOVAMAR Foundation.
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∗ Analysis of the cost differential in tuna capture processes and transformations among
Spanish and foreign (from outside the EU) tuna fishing vessels and processing plants.
INTERATUN.
∗ Study on the health and safety issues of ship owning companies belonging to a cluster
of fishing companies in third countries. Fishing Company Clusters in Third Countries
(CEPPT).
∗ Consulting project on the formulation of a experimental longline fishing campaign with
two vessels in Pacific Ocean waters. TUSAPESCA S.A.
∗ Study on the current situation of the fishing sector in each of the Mediterranean
countries. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food.
∗ Analysis of IFOP eligibility of marine aquaculture. Characterisation of costs. Canary
Islands Regional Government, Fisheries Department. Department of Agriculture,
Livestock, Fisheries and Food.
2006200620062006
∗ Monitoring and control of Atlantic Ocean fisheries based in Montevideo (Uruguay).
2006-2007. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food.
∗ Study on the health and safety issues of ship owning companies belonging to a cluster
of fishing companies in third countries. EPPT Cluster
∗ Members of the international consortium Globalfisheries 2002, qualified to carry out
the projects "Strengthening Fishery Products Health Conditions in ACP/OCT countries.
LOT 1: Studies and artisanal Fisheries support"
∗ Preparation of working documents related to the Analysis of the Integration of
Horizontal Principles in the European Fisheries Fund. Secretariat General for Marine
Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Technical assistance to monitor and control tuna fisheries in the Atlantic Ocean, based
in Dakar, Senegal. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture,
Fisheries and Food.
∗ Study on the supply and commercialisation of swordfish in Spain. Secretariat General
for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
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∗ Study on the quality of Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) captured using the
almadraba technique of net fishing and the opportunities for commercialisation in
European markets. Market Organisation of Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture Products
(FROM), Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
∗ Pilot project: ”Design and Verification of Structural Technical Improvements of the
almadraba technique of net fishing on the Spanish Coast”. Market Organisation of
Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture Products (FROM), Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food.
2007200720072007
∗ “Identification of Potential for Improvement of Infrastructures and Equipment in Puerto
de Mindelo, Island of St. Vincent”. Ministry of Infrastructures of Cape Verde – ENAPOR.
∗ “Estimation of direct costs of management of the marine Natura 2000 Network in
Spain from a proposal for marine protected areas for their inclusion in the network”,
for Tragsatec.
∗ “Identification of the Potential for Improvement of Infrastructures and Equipment in
Artisan Fishing docks on the coast of Peru” financed through the FEV (Feasibility
Studies Fund) of the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism of Spain and carried out
by Intecsa-Inarsa in collaboration with Estudios biologicos s.l.
∗ Analysis of mechanisms of investment and development of the Spanish fishing sector
in Peru. Secretariat General for Marine Fisheries. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Food.
∗ Competitiveness study of the fishing fleets with Spanish flag that fish outside
community waters compared with vessels from third countries. CEPESCA (Spanish
Confederation of Fishing Associations).
2008200820082008
∗ Selection and Identification of Possibilities for Improvement of Infrastructures and
Equipment of the Future “Fishing Reference Centre” in Algeria. MERCASA National
Company.
∗ Advanced Seminar on the “Use of Biotechnology as a tool for socioeconomic
development and sustainable management, and the conservation of genetic
resources”. Spanish Agency for International Cooperation and Development (AECID)
and Ministry of Science and Technology (Mozambique).
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∗ Preparation of a “Guide for Responsible Fish Consumption in Spain”. WWF-Spain.
∗ Preparation of the Terms of Reference of the FAD (Development Aid Fund) project on
the Identification of Potential for Improvement of Infrastructures and Equipment in
Puerto de Mindelo, Island of St. Vincent”. Ministry of Infrastructures of Cape Verde -
ENAPOR.
2009200920092009
∗ Establishment of guidelines to promote the sustainable development of aquaculture in
the Mediterranean, in relation to continental aquaculture and diversification of
aquaculture activities (marine and continental). Prepared for Tecnoma, for the
Secretariat General for Marine Affairs.
∗ Analysis of the opportunities for commercialisation in Europe of Peruvian fisheries
products, in particular bivalve molluscs, cuttlefish and anchovy. INCAMAR seafood
∗ Identification and formulation of a project to improve six artisan fishing docks on the
Peruvian coast. Ministry of Production – Vice-ministry of Fisheries
∗ Technical assistance to prepare training modules on sustainable fishing and marine
biology for the fishing school of Noadibou. CBD-Hábitat Foundation-ENEMP,
Mauritania
∗ Technical assistance to prepare a profile concerning Spain on the conditions of work in
the fishing sector. International Labour Office (ILO)
∗ Technical assistance to identify Spanish fishing vessels subsidised with European
funds and accused of illegal fishing practices. PEW Environmental Trust
2010201020102010
∗ Independent evaluation of the “Project for the Rational and Sustainable Development
of the Fishing Sector" (INT07/16M/SPA) International Labour Organisation
∗ Technical Assistance to create a Marine Biotechnology Institute in Mozambique. CPD-
Science
∗ Policy Country Coordination for Spain to Reform the Common Fisheries Policy in
Europe. PEW Environment Group
∗ Evaluation of socioeconomic impact of the declaration of Marine Protected Areas.
Action C3 of the Indemares project. WWF Spain-Biodiversity Foundation
∗ Analytical and Advocacy work in Spain on CFP reform. WWF European Policy Office.
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∗ Preparation of a protocol to improve the quality and sanitary conditions of products
from artisanal fisheries in seven Latin American countries. Done by PROBITEC for the
Latin American Organisation for Fisheries Development, with financing provided by the
Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation
∗ Support to artisanal fisheries, aquaculture and sustainable development of the
environment in the Titicaca Lake (PROPESCA). Done by PROBITEC for OLDEPESCA
(Latin American Organisation for Fisheries Development) Spanish Agency for
International Development Cooperation
∗ Implementation of a course syllabus on sustainable fishing and marine biology at the
Fisheries School in Dakhla. CBD-Habitat Foundation-Nature Initiative Association,
Morocco
2012201220122012
∗ Preliminary evaluation of the species of commercial fisheries interest
“Perico” (Coryphaena hippurus) in Peru as per the standards of the Marine
Stewardship Council (MSC). Done for Food Centification International Ltd. and WWF
Peru
∗ Strategic assessment of Spanish cooperation in Angola in the sector of fisheries and
aquaculture. Done by PROBITEC for the Angolan Institute of Artisanal Fisheries and
Aquaculture. Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation
∗ Development of the project known as “Peruvian Mahi Mahi FIP Phase I” , a
collaboration between Food Certification International Ltd and PROBITEC
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∗ Mapping of international cooperation projects for development in the area of fisheries
in West Africa. Done by PROBITEC for the European Union Long Distance Fleet regional
Advisory Council (LDRAC)
∗ Technical assistance to carry out an assessment of the FEP program (2007-2013) and
analysis of strategies for the future for the extractive fisheries sector and the fisheries
products commercialization and transformation sector. Done by PROBITEC for the
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment, Regional Governement of
Andalucia
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∗ Development of the project known as “Peruvian Mahi Mahi FIP Phase II” , WWF– Peru
and WWF-US
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