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Funding is available to support fishing businesses and marine organisations in coastal communities across Scotland.

The funding, which is made available through the Scottish Government’s Marine Fund Scotland, is open to individuals, businesses, organisations and community groups for projects that help build a sustainable marine economy, reduce carbon emissions and strengthen coastal communities.

Previously successful projects include:

• support for young fishers to purchase their first fishing vessels
• harbour improvements and the creation of additional fish processing capacity
• support for fishers to develop their businesses and provide improved safety training for fishermen
• innovative processing factory upgrades to reduce energy use and reduce waste

Award amounts vary according to project type and scale.

The fund closes to applications on 15 May 2026.

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