ENA Sectors 2025-09-10 14:49:53 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Sep 10 (KNN)</strong> In a major boost to Indias seafood sector, the European Union (EU) has approved 102 additional Indian fishery establishments for export to its member countries. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The expansion underscores growing confidence in Indias food safety and quality assurance systems and is expected to significantly enhance market access, particularly for aquaculture shrimps and cephalopods such as squid, cuttlefish, and octopus.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The decision follows a series of meetings in Brussels and New Delhi involving Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and senior officials from the Department of Commerce. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The EUs approval reflects its confidence in Indias official control mechanisms implemented by the Export Inspection Council (EIC). </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Indian seafood exports are recognised for meeting stringent global standards, including those mandated by the EU.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">According to the Commerce Ministry, the inclusion of these new units highlights Indias commitment to food safety, traceability, and compliance with international regulations. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The move is expected to bolster Indias reputation as a reliable supplier of high-quality seafood, while also driving higher export volumes, creating employment opportunities, and contributing to foreign exchange earnings.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The EU remains one of the most lucrative and quality-sensitive destinations for Indian seafood. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">With the expansion of the approved list, exporters across multiple coastal states and union territories will now be better positioned to diversify product offerings, tap into rising demand, and strengthen long-term trade relationships with European markets.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Department of Commerce reiterated its support for exporters through policy facilitation, infrastructure development, and capacity building. </span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43447 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/eu-approves-102-indian-fisheries-establishments-for-exports-expanding-market-access 2025-09-10 14:49:53 knnindia.co.in