European aquaculture sector calls for regulatory precision in EU plastics directive

FEAP — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:56:13 +0000

Brussels. The Federation of European Aquaculture Producers (FEAP) has issued a formal statement responding to the European Commission’s call for evidence on the Directive on the reduction of the environmental impact of certain plastic products (SUPD). While fully supporting the Directive’s environmental ambitions, FEAP warns that unclear terminology, inconsistent implementation, and a failure to distinguish aquaculture from capture fisheries risk undermining its effectiveness and placing disproportionate burdens on fish farmers.

New Life Cycle Assessment Study of Fish Boxes in Cold Chain Logistics – What It Means for Fish Farmers

FEAP — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:01:22 +0000

FEAP is taking part to a collaborative effort in analysis of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of fish boxes in cold chain logistics. This study, led by RDC Environment, brings crucial insights for Europe’s fish farmers, as the choice of packaging has a direct impact on product quality, transport efficiency, and environmental footprint.

The study shows that expanded polystyrene (EPS) offers:
– The lowest climate and environmental impact
– The best cold-chain performance, helping maintain fish freshness and reduce spoilage
– A reliable and cost-efficient option without the infrastructure burden of reuse

Download the factsheet to learn more about these results

fish boxes – FEAP

European aquaculture sector calls for regulatory precision in EU plastics directive

New Life Cycle Assessment Study of Fish Boxes in Cold Chain Logistics – What It Means for Fish Farmers