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IV.3.4. Fishing potential
IV.3.4.1. Fishing
The Skikda province has a coastal stretch of 140 km (which represents 11% of the Algerian
coast) with a fishing zone which covers an area of 3,068 km². The fish stocks in the coastal
area, as well as the potential for fishing in continental aquaculture sites, are assets that could
foster a fishing industry that is just as important as agriculture (ANIREF).
Maritime fishing is practiced in accordance with the regulations in force in the following areas:
The coastal fishing zone: located within six (6) nautical miles from the reference lines;
The offshore fishing zone: located beyond six (6) nautical miles and within twenty (20)
nautical miles;
The high seas fishing zone: located beyond the offshore fishing zone, beyond twenty
(20) nautical miles.
On average, the annual catch in the Eastern region is between 5,000 to 5,400 tonnes, of
which 90% consists of blue fish. This represents a mere 14.21% of the potential fishery in
the area, which is estimated to be 38,000 tonnes. The primary fishing locations are the ports
of Stora, Collo, La Marsa, and Oued Z'hor, which became operational in 2017
The presence of 4 fishing ports (Table 7) suggests that there are specific areas or infrastructures
dedicated to supporting fishing activities. These ports serve as important hubs for the fishing
industry, facilitating the operations of fishing vessels, fishermen, and seafood-related
businesses. This helps in assessing the infrastructure and support available to the fishing sector,
planning for resource management, identifying areas for potential growth or improvement, and
developing strategies to ensure the sustainable and efficient operation of the fishing ports. These
available ports gives also the opportunity of job postings and the development of the economy
of Skikda.
The information (Table 7) indicates also that there are no fishing shelters available in the
specified context or region. Fishing shelters are structures or facilities designed to provide
protection and shelter for fishing vessels and fishermen during adverse weather conditions or
when they are not actively engaged in fishing activities.
The fact that there are no fishing shelters implies that there is a scarcity of specific structures
or designated areas where fishermen can find safety or temporarily moor their boats. This
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IV.3.4. Fishing potential
IV.3.4.1. Fishing
The Skikda province has a coastal stretch of 140 km (which represents 11% of the Algerian
coast) with a fishing zone which covers an area of 3,068 km². The fish stocks in the coastal
area, as well as the potential for fishing in continental aquaculture sites, are assets that could
foster a fishing industry that is just as important as agriculture (ANIREF).
Maritime fishing is practiced in accordance with the regulations in force in the following areas:
The coastal fishing zone: located within six (6) nautical miles from the reference lines;
The offshore fishing zone: located beyond six (6) nautical miles and within twenty (20)
nautical miles;
The high seas fishing zone: located beyond the offshore fishing zone, beyond twenty
(20) nautical miles.
On average, the annual catch in the Eastern region is between 5,000 to 5,400 tonnes, of
which 90% consists of blue fish. This represents a mere 14.21% of the potential fishery in
the area, which is estimated to be 38,000 tonnes. The primary fishing locations are the ports
of Stora, Collo, La Marsa, and Oued Z'hor, which became operational in 2017
The presence of 4 fishing ports (Table 7) suggests that there are specific areas or infrastructures
dedicated to supporting fishing activities. These ports serve as important hubs for the fishing
industry, facilitating the operations of fishing vessels, fishermen, and seafood-related
businesses. This helps in assessing the infrastructure and support available to the fishing sector,
planning for resource management, identifying areas for potential growth or improvement, and
developing strategies to ensure the sustainable and efficient operation of the fishing ports. These
available ports gives also the opportunity of job postings and the development of the economy
of Skikda.
The information (Table 7) indicates also that there are no fishing shelters available in the
specified context or region. Fishing shelters are structures or facilities designed to provide
protection and shelter for fishing vessels and fishermen during adverse weather conditions or
when they are not actively engaged in fishing activities.
The fact that there are no fishing shelters implies that there is a scarcity of specific structures
or designated areas where fishermen can find safety or temporarily moor their boats. This