EMFAF: Replacement or Modernisation of Engines of Fishing Vessels Scheme

This call shall be open to MFA and MFB licensed fishers and shall specifically focus on the replacement or modernisation of fishing vessels engines with the aim to increase decarbonisation in the sector. By investing in more modern technology, the reduction of carbon emissions shall be directly affected, hence increasing Malta’s efforts towards the promotion of a cleaner environment.

The eligibility of applicants are:

• MFA or MFB Licence Holders
• The vessel must be part of a fleet segment that has been found to be in balance with available fishing resources, based on the most recent Malta Fleet Capacity Report.
• The vessel must have been registered in the EU fleet register for at least the last five years.
• The vessel must have registered at least 60 days of fishing in the previous 2 calendar years before the submission of the application.
• Fishers who have not committed serious infringements under relevant EU laws in the previous 2 calendar years before the submission of the application.

Applicants are invited to submit complete application forms including supporting documents through https://sfd.gov.mt/application/Login.aspx.

The current batch shall close on the 10th October 2025 at noon while the final closing time of this call is the 30^th September 2026 at noon (12:00hrs Central European Time) subject to availability of funds and/or notifications by the MA informing otherwise.

Document for application can be found below:

• • Engine Replacement – Call Ref SO1.2_15_2025_ EMFAF – Application Form V2 (ENG version)
  • Engine Replacement – Call Ref SO1.2_15_2025_EMFAF – Application Form V2 (ENG version)
  • Engine Replacement – Call Ref SO1.2_15_2025_EMFAF – Application Form V2 (MLT version)
  • Engine Replacement – Call Ref SO1.2_15_2025_ EMFAF – Application Form V2 (MLT version)

The information sessions for this call will be held on the following days:

1. Monday 21^st July 2025 – Gozo Experimental Farm, Xewkija at 10.00 a.m.
2. Tuesday 22^nd July 2025 – Marsaxlokk, Pompei Hall at 5.00 p.m.
3. Wednesday 23^rd July 2025 – San Pawl il-Baħar, Alleluia Hall, Triq San Franġisk at 5.00 p.m.

To register for one of these sessions, click here.