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Towards a future Maritime Policy for the Union:

Towards a future Maritime Policy for the Union:. A European vision for the oceans and seas. Haitze Siemers Maritime Policy Task Force 29 October 2014. Strategic Objectives for the Commission 2005-2009. ”need for an all-embracing maritime policy aimed at

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Towards a future Maritime Policy for the Union:

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  1. Towards a future Maritime Policy for the Union: A European vision for the oceans and seas Haitze SiemersMaritime Policy Task Force 29 October 2014 http://ec.europa.eu/maritimeaffairs

  2. Strategic Objectives for the Commission 2005-2009 • ”need for an all-embracing maritime policy aimed at • developing a thriving maritime economy, • in an environmentally sustainable manner. • Such a policy should be • supported by excellence in • marine scientific research • technology and innovation”

  3. International Trends “the problems of ocean space are closely inter-related and need to be considered as a whole” The Preamble to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea of 1982 “Ensuring the sustainable development of the oceans requires effective coordination and cooperation” 2002 Johannesburg Plan of Implementation of the World Summit on Sustainable Development Several countries, including Australia, Canada, and more recently the USA, have been developing new integrated ocean policies.

  4. Basic Truths 90% of EU external trade and 40% of internal trade are shipped through seaports. 50% of EU population lives less than 50 km from the sea. 60% of EU tourists chose the coast as holiday destination. 3-5 % of GDP is generated by maritime activities.

  5. What? • The Green Paper: • aims to launch a debate about a future Maritime policy for the EU • treat the oceans in a holistic way. A Maritime Policy for the EU How? • build upon existing EU policies • strike the right balance between the economic, social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development.

  6. Issues and Coordination Competitiveness EmploymentSkills RTD SafetySecurity ObservationData collection Coordination MarineResources ICZM Marine Environment

  7. A Steering Group for Maritime Policy Maritime Policy Commissioners’ Steering Group

  8. Organisation Steering Group of 10 Commissioners Chaired by Joe Borg Member State Experts Group Interservice Group Stakeholders – Member States, European Parliament, Regions, Industry, NGOs, … MPTF Organisation Analysis Drafting Report to Council and Parliament

  9. Green Paper - Themes • A thriving maritime economy • Life in coastal areas • The tools to manage relations with the oceans • Maritime governance • Maritime heritage

  10. A thriving maritime economy European share in maritime sectors Source: Irish Marine Institute

  11. Jobs in sea-related sectors 5 million maritime jobs Source ECOTEC2006

  12. Share of employment Shareof employment, excluding coastal tourism Source ECOTEC2006

  13. A thriving Maritime Industry Assets • Healthy oceans: a clean environment and biodiversity • Exploiting RTD and innovation • Maritime jobs/working conditions • Clustering • A favourable regulatory environment, based on stakeholders’ concerns

  14. Life in Coastal Areas • The attractiveness of coastal areas • Adapting to coastal risks • Developing coastal tourism • Managing the land-sea interface

  15. The tools to manage relations with the oceans • Data at the service of multiple activities • Spatial Planning • A favourable regulatory environment, based on stakeholders’ concerns

  16. Maritime Governance: 1 • Listening to stakeholders • Bringing about a change in the way we deal with the oceans • Overcoming excessive specialisation • Taking account of what exists • Achieving joined up government

  17. Maritime Governance: 2 • A more holistic approach at EU level? • Regional aspects • Offshore activities of Governments • The role of the EU in the world • Working with our neighbours

  18. Maritime Heritage • Understanding the importance of Oceans and Seas for human life • Realise the contribution of maritime activities to economy and well-being • Goal: • Ownership and Stewardship • of Oceans, Seas and Coasts

  19. The lessons of the past And the promise of the future A Policy Combining

  20. Consultation Adoption of Green Paper Start of consultation End of Consultation Commission report End 2007 07.06.2006 07.06.2007 Input Green Paper Background Promotion material Discussion Stakeholder Events Workshops Web-based consultation Output Commission conclusions on the way ahead

  21. Our Website: http://ec.europa.eu/maritimeaffairs

  22. More information? Input? Maritime Policy Task Force The European CommissionDirectorate-General for Fisheries and Maritime AffairsJ-99 07/12B-1049 BrusselsBelgium ec-maritime-green-paper@ec.europa.eu

  23. Thank you for your attention http://ec.europa.eu/maritimeaffairs

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