France State Aid SA.121603 - Fishing Fleet Renewal Martinique
Summary
The European Commission issued Decision SA.121603 on 16 April 2026, raising no objections to France's direct grant scheme for renewal of the fishing fleet in Martinique (A.03.11 - Marine fishing). The aid is authorised under Article 107(3)(a) TFEU as targeting a least-developed region, with the Fisheries Guidelines 2023 as the secondary legal basis. The scheme runs until 31 December 2029.
What changed
The European Commission approved France's state aid scheme SA.121603, authorising direct grants for renewal of the Martinique fishing fleet (NACE A.03.11). The aid is justified under Article 107(3)(a) TFEU on grounds that Martinique qualifies as a least-developed region eligible for operating aid. The Commission's decision not to raise objections closes the formal investigation review period.
Fishing operators and maritime enterprises in Martinique may benefit from this scheme, which remains open until end of 2029. Recipients should monitor the scheme's specific terms and conditions as published by the French competent authority for any applicable requirements or reporting obligations.
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Aide au renouvellement de la flotte de pêche en Martinique (réintroduction)
Last decision date: 16.04.2026 Region: Martinique Primary objective(s): Sectorial development Fisheries and aquaculture Economic activities: A.03.11 - Marine fishing (NACE Rev. 2.1) Legal basis primary: Art. 107(3)(a) TFEU - Least developed regions Legal basis secondary: Fisheries Guidelines 2023 Aid instrument: Direct grant Case type: Scheme Legislative sector: Competition DG Notification / registration date: 26.12.2025 Duration: Until 31.12.2029 Decisions Decision not to raise objections of 16.04.2026
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