BEFORE 2026 : A Partial and Outdated System
- Partial Fleet : Primarily vessels >12m ; those <10m were largely exempted.
- Paper-Based Tools : Use of paper logbooks and exemptions.
- Deferred Reporting : Data entry occurred at the end of the day or before landing.
- Simple Control : Transparency relied on simple self-reporting.
FROM 2026 : Real-Time "All-Digital" System
- 100% of the Fleet : Mandatory for all EU vessels without exception.
- Simplified Tools : End of paper ; use of apps, tablets, and PCs.
- Immediate Entry : "Real-time" declaration required after every fishing operation.
- Increased Surveillance : Enhanced monitoring through CCTV, VMS, and Big Data correlation.
New Responsibilities
Total Traceability "From Net to Plate"
- UN/FLUX Interoperability : Direct link to the ERS Voyage Number.
- Digitalization of sales notes and take-over declarations to track fish lots to the final consumer.
Lost Gear & Bycatch
- Lost Fishing Gear : Mandatory reporting via ERS to combat "ghost fishing".
- Protected Species Bycatch : Precise recording of accidental catches of marine mammals or birds.
Impact on the Daily Life of Fishermen
The 2026 ERS regulations transform the daily work routine, turning the fisherman into a real-time data manager.
| Feature | Before 2026 | After 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Fleet Concerned | Primarily > 12m | 100% of the fleet (including < 10m) |
| Reporting Tool | Paper or fixed terminals | Multi-device (App, Tablet, PC/Smartphone) |
| Reporting Time | End of day / Before landing | After each haul / operation |
| Transparency | Simple self-reporting | VMS correlation / Video (CCTV) / Big Data |