Funding available for safety stop valves

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has confirmed that grants may be available through the European Fisheries Fund (EFF) in England towards fitting safety stop valves on fishing vessels.

The following may be eligible for funding under Axis 1 of the EFF:

Table showing eligibility and available funding
Vessels eligible	Funding available
Vessels under 12 metres not using towed gear	60 per cent funding (applicant must provide 40 per cent)
Vessels under 12 metres using towed gear	40 per cent funding (applicant must provide 60 per cent)
Vessels between 12 metres and 15 metres - all	40 per cent funding (applicant must provide 60 per cent)

Applications can be submitted either by the individual fishermen or by an association of fishermen for consideration by the MMO.

Application forms and guidance are available from the Apply for funding section, direct from the Business Relations Team, who can be contacted on 0300 123 1032, or our coastal offices.

Through Axis 1 of the EFF over £14 million has been made available in England towards adaptations on fishing vessels, including towards non-mandatory safety equipment (additional to what is required by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency).