Smart4Sea-Boosting the environmental traceability of the Atlantic seafood sector: sea to fork transparency and consumer engagement

Coordinator

Coordenador externo

CESAM Responsible researcher

Ana Cláudia Relvas Vieira Dias

Programme

INTERREG ATLANTIC

Dates

01/10/2025 - 31/03/2028

Funding for CESAM

181.561,68€ €

Total Funding

2,351,688.43€ €

Funding Entity

European Comission

Proponent Institution

UNIVERSIDAD DE CANTABRIA (ES)

Participating Institutions

  • ASOCIACIÓN NACIONAL DE FABRICANTES DE CONSERVAS DE PESCADOS Y MARISCOS (ES)
  • BITCLIQ TECHNOLOGIES S.A. (PT)
  • COOPERATIVA DE ARMADORES DE PESCA DEL PUERTO DE VIGO S.C.G. (ES)
  • INSTITUTO PORTUGUÊS DO MAR E DA ATMOSFERA (PT)
  • UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY (IE)
  • UNIVERSIDADE DE AVEIRO (PT)
  • UNIVERSIDADE PORTO - FACULDADE DE FARMÁCIA (PT)
  • UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN (IE)
  • VALORIAL EUROPE (FR)

SMART4SEA introduces an innovative environmental traceability system to enhance transparency and consumer trust in the Atlantic seafood sector. This initiative addresses major issues such as seafood fraud, ecological damage, marine debris, and resource inefficiency. By integrating advanced digital tools, circular economy strategies, and collaborative efforts, SMART4SEA seeks to enhance sustainability and transparency throughout the seafood supply chain. The project will deliver a comprehensive tracking system, tools for real-time data gathering, platforms for engaging consumers, and pilot projects to showcase its effectiveness. Beneficiaries include fishermen, processors, consumers, and authorities, who will all gain access to innovative tools and reliable information to support sustainable practices. Transnational cooperation is crucial, as it brings together diverse expertise to develop effective solutions and ensure the project’s scalability across the Atlantic Area and beyond.

CESAM members in the project