Црногорске рибаре мучи недостатак луке

January 24, 2026

TL;DR

Montenegro's fishing sector is seen as a development opportunity but is currently underdeveloped.
Fishermen are struggling with outdated infrastructure, including old boats, insufficient unloading facilities, and a lack of ship repair spaces.
There is currently no operational fishing port in Montenegro, a prerequisite for EU entry.
A new fishing port is planned for Đerane in Ulcinj with EU funding, but construction has not started.
Fishermen's associations are seeking EU intervention to pressure the Montenegrin government to form a working group to address sector issues.
The formation of a working group is delayed because the Ministry of Finance has not appointed its representative.
The number of active fishermen is estimated to be around 189, contrary to official figures of 350.
The fishing sector is considered vulnerable and should be strategically aligned with tourism development.
Local governments are seen as an obstacle, hindering fishermen from accessing necessary spaces and infrastructure, unlike sports fishermen.

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Цр­но­гор­ске ри­ба­ре му­чи недостатак луке