Sustainable Fish Value Chains for Small Island Developing States (SVC4SIDS)
The SVC4SIDS project seeks to enhance the socio-economic well-being and resilience of fisheries and communities within Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The challenges faced by these islands include a small population, remoteness, and susceptibility to natural disasters, and vulnerability to external shocks. SIDS, surrounded by expansive ocean areas, have rich fishing histories and are heavily dependent on their fisheries resources.
The SVC4SIDS project focuses on improving economic opportunities for high value fisheries in SIDS. It strives to enhance the sustainable development and competitiveness of micro, small and medium Entreprises (MSMEs) engaged in fisheries value chains in selected countries:
News
Cabo Verde charts a course beyond SVC4SIDS with a shared vision for sustainable fisheries value chains
24/07/2026
The SVC4SIDS project concluded activities in Cabo Verde with a workshop in Mindelo and online, gathering government, fisheries stakeholders...
SVC4SIDS National Value Chain Task Force charters a roadmap for sustainability
17/07/2026
The implementation of the SVC4SIDS project in Cabo Verde has been guided from the outset by a National Value Chain Task Force composed of public-...
Building a lasting legacy for small-scale tuna processing in Kiribati
12/06/2026
Since 2020, the Sustainable Fish Value Chains for Small Island Developing States (SVC4SIDS) project has been working in Kiribati to strengthen the...
Revenue generating activities to empower women and youth in Kiribati's tuna industry
11/11/2025
SVC4SIDS is working to empower young entrepreneurs and women with essential business development skills, paving the way for sustainable and more profitable...
SVC4SIDS joins the MFOR’s special edition Talkshow: The power of ideas to transform Kiribati fisheries sector
04/10/2025
The podcast “Te Oi Talkshow – The power of ideas to transform Kiribati fisheries sector” took place in Tarawa, Kiribati and was hosted by the Ministry...
SVC4SIDS trains youth and women groups on project proposal development
26/09/2025
The workshop on "Development of Project Proposals for Women and Youth Group Business Support" took place on 28 August 2025 in Tarawa, Kiribati, building...
Publications
Existing credit lines in Cabo Verde’s financial institutions. Assessment for upgrading fisheries value chains
31/07/2026
The report provides an overview and assessment of existing credit lines available to diverse institutions, including the fisheries sector, with particular attention to micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Cabo Verde. It examines their accessibility, cost and eligibility conditions and analyses their relevance and effectiveness for the sector, before setting out recommendations to better tailor financing to its specific needs.
Transport research and logistics plans for tuna value chain initiatives in Kiribati. Summary report
30/07/2026
This report examines transportation and logistics options to support tuna value chain development in Kiribati and presents logistics assessments and plans for Tarawa, Makin and Nikunau, identifying the most cost-effective and reliable transport solutions for the implementation of priority tuna value chain initiatives.
Building resilient fisheries in Small Island Developing States
28/07/2026
In many SIDS, including Cabo Verde and Kiribati, fisheries and the livelihoods they support face challenges from remoteness, climate pressures and limited resources. In partnership with governments and communities, FAO is strengthening fisheries and value chains to improve trade, innovation and market access. This factsheet is part of the Blue Transformation in Action collection.
Videos
Cabo Verde. Boosting the fisheries value chain
15/11/2022
Mr Albertino Martins, National Director of Fisheries and Aquaculture in Cabo Verde, focuses on strengths and weaknesses of the fisheries sector and of the associated value chains, as well as highlights the strategic areas of intervention of the FAO SVC4SIDS project.
Cabo Verde. An ordinary day with extraordinary people
15/11/2022
The fisheries sector in Cabo Verde is presented through two personal stories, highlighting the challenges faced by actors, and the opportunities they have to improve their livelihoods.
The Sustainable Fish Value Chain for Small Island Developing States
10/05/2021
Fisheries are crucial for food security and the economies of Small Island Developing States (SIDS). However, challenges like changing market access and regulatory issues hinder their fishery trade growth. The SVC4SIDS project supports small businesses by improving value chains for high-value spec...
Events
30/6
2026
FAO SVC4SIDS marks closure of activities in Cabo Verde
Mindelo (Cabo Verde), Hybrid Event, 30/06/2026
The FAO SVC4SIDS project, in collaboration with the Ministry of the Sea of Cabo Verde will hold a wrap-up event to mark the closure of SVC4SIDS activities in Cabo Verde on 30 June 2026 in Mindelo, São Vicente.
Held under the theme Beyond the project: Supporting inclusive and sustainable fisheries value chains, the event will bring together national institutions, fisheries valu...
23/6
2026
25/6
2026
Micro-canning certification training to strengthen tuna value chains in Kiribati
Kiribati (Kiribati), 23/06/2026 - 25/06/2026
The SVC4SIDS project will deliver an intensive micro-canning certification training from 23 to 25 June 2026 in Ambo, Kiribati. The training, co-organized with the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources (MFOR), will bring together nine I-Kiribati officers from the Coastal Fisheries Division (CFD) and the Central Pacific Producers Limited (CPPL) to further strengthen their technical skills ...
23/4
2026
Handover and Training of Trainers (ToT) — Nikunau Outer Island Fish Centre Business Plan
Kiribati (Kiribati), 23/04/2026
The SVC4SIDS project held a final training of trainers (ToT) to hand-over the Nikunau Outer Island Fish Centre (OIFC) Business Plan
On 23 April 2026, the Sustainable Fish Value Chains for Small Island Developing States (SVC4SIDS) project marked a milestone by holding a final training of trainers (ToT) of officers from the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources (MFOR...