Gildas Glemarec

Gildas Glemarec is a Researcher at the National Institute of Aquatic Resources (DTU Aqua), Technical University of Denmark, specializing in ecosystem-based marine management. His work focuses on bycatch mitigation of protected species in fisheries, particularly in gillnet fisheries across the Baltic Sea and North Atlantic. He actively leads international collaborations as Chairman of the Joint OSPAR/HELCOM/ICES Working Group on Seabirds (JWGBIRD) and participates in critical EU-funded projects addressing sustainable fisheries management.

His research centers on quantifying and reducing bycatch of seabirds and marine mammals through innovative monitoring techniques, including video-based electronic systems and geospatial analysis of vessel tracking data. Key interests encompass small-scale fisheries management, data limitations in stock assessments, and developing spatial management strategies for protected areas. His work bridges scientific research with policy implementation, particularly regarding EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive compliance.

Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a concentrated effort on bycatch estimation methodologies, with significant contributions to indicator development for ecological sustainability of seafood products. His work demonstrates strong integration of geospatial analytics and field validation, particularly for passive fishing gears. Collaborative outputs with ICES, OSPAR, and HELCOM highlight his role in shaping international bycatch monitoring protocols and mitigation strategies.

No specific scientific awards are documented in the available sources.

Glemarec accepts PhD students and contributes to capacity building through conference presentations on bycatch monitoring techniques. His grant portfolio includes leadership in MITIBYC (Mitigation and bycatch of protected species, 2023-2027) and participation in five active EU/Danish projects totaling over €2M in funding, focusing on ecosystem-based tools, sustainable fisheries development, and protected species conservation.

He operates within DTU Aqua's Section for Ecosystem based Marine Management, leveraging collaborations with ICES, NEAFC, and the Joint OSPAR/HELCOM/ICES Working Group. His research network spans 12 European institutions, with particular emphasis on Baltic Sea fisheries management and cross-border data harmonization for bycatch reduction initiatives.