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When waste turns into a resource: circular economy drives the dialogue at Aquaculture Europe 2026

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2 October 2026

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operational-macro

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Foodtech

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Europe

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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

Aquaculture Europe 2026 highlighted multiple EU-funded projects transforming aquaculture waste like shells, plastic nets, and sludge into valuable products, while emphasising the need for circular economy skills and clearer regulations to scale these innovations.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Foodtech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

European aquaculture founders face a clearer path to turn industry waste into new products but must navigate regulatory uncertainty and skill gaps in circular practices. This opens chances for innovators to partner closely with regulators and training providers to win market access.

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Foodtechaquaculturecircular-economywaste-reuseeu-fundingsustainability