Understanding and reducing marine plastic pollution linked to seafood systems
Marine plastic pollution is a major environmental and socioeconomic issue, accounting for up to 85% of all marine litter. This pollution comes from both land- and ocean-based sources, with 10–20%…
Stakeholder and consumer perceptions of seafood sustainability, certification and traceability
There is growing consumption of food eaten outside the home, alongside a lack of transparency about seafood, which can discourage consumption and increase the risks of mislabelling or fraud. Consumers…
Rethinking seafood sustainability assessment through real-time data
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a widely recognised methodology for evaluating the environmental impacts of a product, process, or service across its entire life cycle. Guided by ISO 14040 and…
Behind the Scenes: Optimising Microplastic Extraction at U.Porto
At the Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Porto (FFUP), the Laboratory of Bromatology and Hydrology is making steady, behind-the-scenes progress in preparation for a key phase of the…
Western France at the Forefront of Digital Traceability for Seafood Products
Western France, with its major ports (Brest, Saint-Nazaire, Lorient) and dense maritime economy, is emerging as a hub for innovation in seafood traceability. In 2026, the region faces growing challenges:…
Tackling Marine Litter from Fisheries: ARVI participates in the NETTAG+ Final Event
The EU project NETTAG+ will hold its final event on the 14th and 15th of April in Vila do Conde and Póvoa de Varzim (Portugal) by organizing a Scientific Workshop…
The blue economy: innovation for more sustainable fishing
Fishing is one of the cornerstones of Portugal’s maritime economy. Today, the sector is facing one of the most significant regulatory changes of recent decades. Since 10 January 2026, all…
