Europêche, Europe’s largest fisheries association, has appointed Kathryn Stack to be its new managing director, a move the association said is designed to promote the voice of the industry and support sustainable fishing.
“For too long, the sector has struggled to make itself heard among the throng of newly-emerging environmental groups,” Stack said in a statement. “It is time that the balance of arguments and voice of reason is restored.”
Stack said she also intends to promote sustainable fishing and reasonable regulations based on solid data.
“What is important is that regulation is reasoned and proportionate, based on proven science, good environmental practices and provides for the long-term sustainability of the sector,” she said. “The current image of the EU fishing industry does not represent the reality of our fishing operations.”
Stack has worked for more than 6 years on the Fisheries Committee in the European Parliament, including contributing to the Common Fisheries Policy reform package.
“I am delighted that Kathryn joined the Europêche team and look forward to working with her to face the opportunities and challenges ahead,” said Javier Garat, President of Europêche.
