We strive to assure sustainable fisheries and aquaculture that are efficient and resilient in the face of today’s environmental, technological and socio-economic challenges. At AZTI we work on scientific and technological solutions to allow the conservation of marine resources, optimise extractive and activities and aquaculture and reinforce the competitiveness of the sector within the blue economy.
With an all-embracing approach based on science, digitalisation and applied innovation, we support fleets, businesses and authorities in their transition towards more sustainable, decarbonised and profitable production models.
We provide scientific know-how and advanced tools to assess the state of resources, improve fishery management and reduce the impact of their activity on marine biodiversity. We promote governance based on data, transparency and economic, social and environmental sustainability in the sector.
We develop technology solutions to modernise fleets, improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact and maximise selectiveness. We use artificial intelligence, advanced modelling and digital tools to foster smarter, safer and more sustainable fisheries.
We research and develop production systems and environmental management strategies to favour aquaculture that is more efficient and cares for the marine environment. We are committed to innovation, biosafety and the circular economy to boost the competitiveness ad sustainability of the aquaculture sector.
Gorka Gabiña Iribar Member of the Expert Advisory Group
Naiara Rodriguez Ezpeleta Board Member
Ainhoa Caballero Reyes Committee Member
Gorka Merino Cabrera European Scientific Coordinator
Haritz Arrizabalaga de Mingo European Scientific Coordinator and Chair of the Albacore Tuna Working Group
Naiara Rodriguez Ezpeleta Chair of the Bluefin Tuna CKMR Subgroup
Eider Andonegi Odriozola Chair of the Ecosystems Subcommittee (SC-ECO)
Dorleta García Rodríguez Vice-Chair, Advisory Committee (ACOM)
Maria Korta Albisua Co-Chair of the Working Group on Mackerel and Horse Mackerel Egg Surveys (WGMEGS)
Arantza Murillas Maza Chair of the Working Group on Marine Ecosystem Resilience and Ecosystem Services (WGRMES)
Guillermo Boyra Eizaguirre Member of the Working Group on Acoustic and Egg Surveys of Small Pelagic Fish (WGACEGG)
Jose Antonio Fernandes Salvador Chair of the Working Group on Machine Learning in Marine Science (WGMLEARN)
Naiara Rodriguez Ezpeleta Chair of the Working Group on the Application of Genetics in Fisheries and Aquaculture (WGAGFA)
Estanis Mugerza Gojenola Chair of the Working Group on Recreational Fisheries Surveys (WGRFS)
Gorka Merino Cabrera Vice-President and European Scientific Coordinator, and President of the Tropical Tunas Working Group
Estibaliz Díaz Silvestre Chair
Raúl Prellezo Iguaran Chair
Leire Ibaibarriaga Contreras Member
Elsa Cuende de Francisco Member
