In May 2010, a Symposium focused on Energy Efficiency on Fishing Vessels will be organised in Vigo, Spain (http://www.turismodevigo.org/index_en.php)E-FISHING 2010 is the first of a series of biannual conferences devoted to the study of energy efficiency in the fishing world. This symposium aims to be a forum where experts will present the latest advances in research and development aimed at improving the energy efficiency of fishing vessels and systems.The Symposium topics include:• Hydrodynamics• Manoeuvring and propulsion systems• Electrical systems• Fishing gear• Engines, fuels, additives and emissions• New hull concepts• Energy efficiency control and monitoring systems• Ship projects• Rules and regulations• Auxiliary machinery• Routing optimization• Renewable energy• Fuel cells• Innovative refrigeration systems• AES concept (All Electric Ship)A leaflet with Symposium CALL FOR PAPERS is attached, encouraging all of you to participate. I kindly ask you to forward this information to all your contacts.Is is expected a FREE ”Research and Development Area” where non-profit organizations can show their advances in R&D related to fishing efficiency. For general information about the Symposium you can send an email to:info@e-fishing.eu Abstracts, papers and technical issues should be mailed to:papers@e-fishing.eu You can also visit the symposium website where more information will be posted regularly:www.e-fishing.eu(Registration prices listed below loosely reflect costs converted from Euros to US Dollars. Actual costs are 150 Euro for SNAME Members; 350 Euro for Late Registration. See website for details.)