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EFTTA ANGLING SUMMIT
Shaping the future of recreational angling
The international summit of the fishing industry
Europe's largest fishing trade fair, ANGELWELT BERLIN, has hosted the EFTTA Angling Summit for the first time this year - a unique B2B event that brings together the most important players in the international fishing industry.
The EFTTA ANGLING SUMMIT is the perfect platform for exchange and networking within the international fishing industry. Find out all about the latest trends and challenges affecting the industry at the congress and make valuable contacts with industry leaders and decision-makers.
A special highlight is the Dinner & Networking Night: the exclusive evening event offers the ideal setting for an intensive exchange of ideas.
MODERATION 2024
Gerard Bakkenes
Shimano Europe BV
Ross Honey
Angling Spirit Ltd
SPEAKERS 2024
Robert Arlinghaus
Fisheries Professor, IGB and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Tintti Drake
Finnish Federation for Recreational Fishing
Cécile Fouquet
Director at Aliénor - EU Public Affairs (Brussels)
Glenn Hughes
President of the American Sportfishing Association (ASA)
Jan Kappel
EFTTA Lobbyist
Peter Lyngby
President of the Danish Tackle Trade Association
David Lyons
Director at Tackling Minds
Robert Marx
President of the European Boating Industry (EBI)
Joana Patrício
Union Fisheries Inspector at DG MARE, EC (Brussels)
Béla Urbányi
Professor at the Hungarian University of Agricultural Sciences
Gordon Watson
Professor – Marine Zoology, University of Portsmouth
PANEL DISCUSSION 2024
Willem Bontrup
Tackle Group Europe
Tobias Hilfer
Daiwa Germany GmbH
Jan Kappel
EFTTA Lobbyist
Katrin Sänger
Saenger Top Tackle GmbH
Mark Owen
President European Anglers Alliance (EAA)
THE EFTTA
Since its foundation in 1981, the European Fishing Tackle & Trade Association- short EFTTA - has represented the interests of the European fishing tackle industry at the highest political level. Its aim is to promote the fishing tackle industry and protect sport and recreational fishing in Europe.
Future of Angling in Europe
≻ Long-term vision: shaping the future of angling in Europe through strategic planning and foresight.
≻ Youth and next generation: ensuring the continuity of angling traditions and practices among future generations.
Socio - Economic Impact
≻ Tourism and local economies: exploring the role of angling in boosting regional economies.
≻ Industry trends: analyzing the current market trends and their implications for the fishing tackle industry.
≻ Trade relations: enhancing cross-border trade and cooperation within the angling industry.
≻ Establish true market values. How big and impactfull is recreational agling in the EU.
Cross-border Cooperation and Networking
≻ Collaborative projects: opportunities for joint initiatives across countries to promote angling and conservation.
≻ Industry networking: facilitating connections between businesses, regulators, and angling organisations.
Angling Ethics and Social Responsibility
≻ Animal Welfare Considerations: ensuring humane treatment of fish and other aquatic life.
≻ Social Inclusion: promoting angling as an inclusive activity accessible to all, regardless of background or physical ability.
≻ Angling‘s role in mental health: recognizing the benefits of angling for mental well-being and stress relief.
Legislation and Regulatory Issues
≻ European Fisheries Policy: updates on EU regulations impacting angling – led ban, single use plastic, packaging, EPR.
≻ Marine protected areas (MPAs): balancing angling activities with conservation efforts.
Sustainable Recreational Angling Practices
≻ Threats to the angling industry.
≻ Environmental impact: discussing the environmental effects of angling and how to minimize them.
≻ Catch and release techniques: promoting best practices to ensure fish survival.
≻ Responsible gear use: Innovations in eco-friendly fishing tackle and equipment.