18 Meuros for the sustainable development of the coastline
Created in 2022, the Maritime Intervention Fund (FIM) launched by the Ministry of the Sea and piloted by the Directorate General of Maritime Affairs, Fisheries and Aquaculture, aims to support all actors in the maritime and coastal life, both private and public, in their investment projects, studies or specific intervention to develop the sector. For the year 2022, it has been allocated 17.5 million euros in commitment authorizations and 15 million euros in payment credits from the Maritime Affairs budget.
In line with the various documents established, in particular the maritime façade strategies, the FIM will support 3 main themes in 2022:
- coastal development in favor of maritime activities
- development of the blue economy and planning
- training for the maritime professions
Nautical applications
While boating is not particularly targeted by FIM, several of the themes mentioned are of interest to the recreational boating community. Within the theme of development, the Ministry is interested in heritage boats, as well as the management of wrecks and abandoned ships, anchorage areas and land-based facilities that may include marinas, all of which are of concern to the boating industry.
3 waves of applications
After a 1st wave of applications on February 28, 2022, a 2nd wave is open until May 31, while the last applicants will be able to respond until August 31, 2022.
Companies, groups of companies or public institutions must fill in an application form available online on the Ministry's website. The award decision must be provided within 2 months
