As Seen on Euronews: The Game-Changing AI Tech Saving Europe’s Fisheries!
The project we are addressing today showcases our innovation and expertise and aligns with global sustainability trends and digital transformation trends.
Demonstrating how advanced solutions can drive efficiency and compliance across industries, EveryFish seeks to revolutionize how the fishing industry manages its catches. By introducing cutting-edge AI and machine vision technologies, EveryFish addresses the critical need for compliance and efficiency in an industry facing growing regulatory and environmental anxieties.
The CatchScanner - A Great Leap Forward
The project's centerpiece is designed to solve a fundamental challenge: accurately recording mixed-species catches brought aboard fishing vessels. Traditionally, this process is labor-intensive and error-prone, relying on manual logging or basic estimation methods. With the CatchScanner, fish species, their weight, and size are identified in real-time as they move along a conveyor belt. This innovation ensures precise reporting, streamlines inspections, and reduces the likelihood of mistakes that could result in fines or quota reductions.
The challenges addressed by EveryFish go beyond technical innovation; the project is pivotal in supporting Europe's broader fight against overfishing and illegal fishing activities. By digitizing inspection and control processes, EveryFish helps protect marine ecosystems while making compliance more straightforward and transparent for fishers. Significantly, this solution was developed in close collaboration with anglers, ensuring that the technology meets the practical demands of life at sea, from operating on rocky vessels in harsh weather to handling the diverse species caught in a single haul.
EveryFish continues beyond solving today's problems. Its long-term vision encompasses scalable tools supporting artisanal and industrial fishers. From automated systems onboard large trawlers to smartphone-based solutions for small boats, EveryFish aims to make sustainable fishing practices accessible.
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EveryFish Gains International Attention
EveryFish's innovative impact on sustainable fishing has not gone unnoticed. The project was recently featured on Euronews, showcasing its transformative potential in one of Europe's most vital industries. Euronews brought viewers to Båtsfjord, a small fishing village in Norway, where the CatchScanner was tested aboard local fishing boats.
The story captured the challenges faced by fishers operating in Arctic waters, where unpredictable storms, freezing temperatures, and rigorous regulations are everyday realities. Euronews highlighted how technology like the CatchScanner can alleviate these challenges. Fishers like Tommy Jonassen emphasized the importance of accurate reporting: a single mistake in logging catches can lead to severe penalties, including forfeiting an entire day's haul.
Euronews delved deeper into the broader implications of EveryFish, discussing its potential to help Europe meet ambitious sustainability goals. The feature underscored how digital tools, such as those developed by the EveryFish consortium, contribute to combating illegal fishing and preserving marine biodiversity. It also addressed the complexities of integrating AI into real-world applications, such as ensuring data reliability, overcoming skepticism among anglers, and complying with privacy regulations like GDPR.
By spotlighting the CatchScanner's capabilities, Euronews brought much-needed attention to the role of technology in sustainable fisheries management. The segment resonated with viewers and industry stakeholders alike, reinforcing EveryFish's position as a leader in the digital transformation of fisheries.
We need to know what's going on out there so that we can solve all of these different crises — the climate crisis, biodiversity crisis, we need to have more knowledge about the ocean,
Rachel Tiller for EuroNews
Chief Scientist at SINTEF Ocean in Trondheim.
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Inspiring the Next Generation: EveryFish at ASSIST Open Doors
EveryFish inspires future leaders to think differently about how tech can influence tomorrow. At the ASSIST Open Doors event held in November 2024 at the Universitatea „Ștefan cel Mare” din Suceava, hundreds of students and researchers explored the cutting-edge tools and methodologies driving projects like EveryFish.
Students were introduced to the intricacies of AI, machine learning, and computer vision and how these technologies address real-world challenges. The event bridged the gap between theory and practice by connecting academic knowledge with practical applications, sparking curiosity and enthusiasm among attendees.
One of the highlights was a stand showcasing EveryFish's AI technologies. Participants saw firsthand how the tech operates, from identifying species to weighing and logging data. For many, this was a powerful example of how software and engineering can tackle complex environmental issues.
ASSIST Software also emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration by engaging with students. From environmental science to computer engineering, the development of EveryFish brought together experts across fields to create a solution that is as sustainable as it is functional. This collaborative spirit inspired attendees to consider how their skills could contribute to similar impactful projects.
Through discussions, presentations, and hands-on experiences, ASSIST Software encouraged the next generation of innovators to think critically about sustainability and the role of technology in preserving our planet's resources.
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The EveryFish project is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and purpose-driven technology. From its game-changing CatchScanner to its global recognition on Euronews, EveryFish is not just addressing the challenges of today's fisheries—it is redefining their future. At ASSIST Software, we are proud to be part of this transformative journey, contributing our expertise to create solutions that balance industry needs with environmental stewardship.
We remind you that EveryFish - Digital transition of catch monitoring in European Fisheries - is a project funded by Horizon Europe - HORIZON-CL6-2021-FARM2FORK-01-11: Digital transition supporting inspection and control for sustainable fisheries (IA) program, with Grant Agreement ID number 101059892.
The project's consortium includes SINTEF, Norway's Institute of Marine Research, Fiskeridirektoratet (fiskeridir.no), Melbu Systems AS, Aqua-Maritime AS, DTU Aqua, Anchor Lab K/S, AZTI, Datafish Technology Solutions S.L., Wageningen University & Research, ILVO (Instituut voor Landbouw, Visserij- en Voedingsonderzoek), Cukurova University.
As EveryFish continues to make waves, we remain committed to advancing technologies that empower industries and protect ecosystems, ensuring a sustainable future for future generations.
