The project looks to set a new standard for sustainable practices in European fisheries by providing fishers with technology and tools to run more efficiently and sustainably. The goal is to ensure healthy marine ecosystems for future generations.
By using artificial intelligence and machine vision, OptiFish aims to achieve precise species identification and real-time monitoring of parasites. These technologies can help reduce unwanted catches, prevent unreported fishing activities, and ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
Furthermore, OptiFish will launch five pilot studies in various fisheries in European waters to test and confirm technologies and systems on board.
OptiFish is an expert- and innovation-driven EU project led by Belgium’s Flanders Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (EV ILVO). It includes seven research institutes and universities, seven technology companies, two fish producer organizations, two administrative bodies, and one non-profit organization.
