Started in 2017, the Paddley project on marine spatial planning and coordinated by Marie Bonnin (LEMAR), held its final conference in Brest (IUEM / PNBI) from 15 to 17 March 2023.

During these three days, participants of several nationalities addressed different themes related to marine spatial planning in the tropics, ranging from artisanal fisheries to social and cultural dimensions, including various topics such as decision support tools or marine protected areas.

The presence of researchers from different countries and disciplines was an opportunity to review marine spatial planning development projects along the coasts of the tropical Atlantic. In addition, marine spatial planning actors such as the Regional Coastal and Marine Partnership (RPMP) and the Abidjan Convention were associated with this event and represented at the conference. The different sessions allowed participants to have an overview of the different sectors of activity and types of research concerned by this growing theme.

This conference was also an opportunity for all the partners to take stock of their exchanges after a 6-year project, rich in scientific and human encounters. An exhibition of photographs and videos made during the project was also proposed to the participants.

Here's a video résumé of the event :