The European Maritime and Fisheries Fund officially came into force on 21st May. With a budget of €6.4 billion for 2014-2020, the fund will finance projects to provide financial support to fishermen, fish farmers and coastal communities and projects to boost Blue Growth and jobs in European maritime economy. EMFF seeks to create the conditions for local business and communicate to unlock the sustainable and inclusive growth with Europe needs and which the EU is committed to making a reality by 2020.  Click here for more information