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The European Commission has launched a call for evidence to shape the European Ocean Act, planned for adoption in 2026. This initiative underscores the EU's commitment to developing a cohesive maritime governance and sustainable use of oceanic resources. The call will run until 9 February 2026, and is open to stakeholders, experts, and citizens across Europe.

The European Ocean Act will improve the coherence and effective implementation of maritime governance in the EU. It will serve as a point of reference gathering all economic, climate, environmental, and social targets adopted at the Union level to protect and sustainably use ocean resources and services.

Key features of the Ocean Act include improving maritime spatial planning based on the revision of the maritime spatial planning legislation; structuring the governance and coordination of the European Ocean Observation System and streamlining reporting obligations and reducing administrative burden in EU ocean policies.

As a next step in the preparation of the European Ocean Act, the Commission will launch a public consultation in spring 2026.  The Act is expected to be adopted at the end of 2026, as announced in the Commission Work Programme.

You can find more information on the call for evidence on the dedicated webpage and access the call online. 

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