R&D+I
With over 3000 m2 devoted to scientific and technical activities, ANFACO-CECO-
Food Quality and Safety
PESCA has established itself as a national and international centre of reference in quality control and research applied to fishing and aquaculture products, favouring
Food Quality is a priority for the food industry, both in
Development of molecular tools that ensure the qua-
innovation and strengthening competitiveness in the sectors where it operates, while
terms of its nutritional and organoleptic qualities and its
lity of food products; presence of allergens, parasites,
providing efficient solutions to address the demands of Public Administrations and
effects on health. Safety has become the main axis on
GMOs, etc; identification of parasites in fishing and
private companies. Currently it also applies its R&D+I activity to other segments of
which food policies are developed. In order to guaran-
aquaculture products.
the food industry, innovating in emerging technologies and providing research servi-
tee the best levels of food safety by effectively reducing
ces to the food industry in general.
risks, priority is given to increasing the efficacy of control
Development of in-vitro techniques for the characteri-
systems. The development of analytic methodologies
sation of xenobiotics potentially present in fishing and
ANFACO-CECOPESCA, which soon intends to extend its facilities with a new centre for
that are faster, specific and reliable - making it possible
aquaculture products.
2,
to analyse toxic agents, waste and contaminants - is
has the best technological and human resources devoted to advanced research, cu-
a basic pillar for food safety and environmental pro-
Research on new additives and technological additi-
rrently employing almost 100 highly qualified workers, of which 80% hold doctorates or
tection, attracting a significant part of the efforts in this
ves in fishing and aquaculture products.
associate degrees.
field and directly affecting the productive sector. In this
Advanced Research Technologies for the marine and food industry covering 5000 m
Structured in six differentiated areas of knowledge, it guarantees comprehensive cove-
regard, the main lines of work followed in the field of
Predictive microbiology. Development of new me-
food quality and safety are:
thods that prolong the useful life of fishing products;
rage of the market needs in the latest technological trends in business research, deve-
development of active packaging for the control of
lopment and innovation, anticipating future needs and increasing competitiveness in
Development of quick analytical methodologies for
altering microorganisms or pathogens in food. Micro-
the sector.
the analysis of physical, physical-chemical or biologi-
bial resistance studies.
Our R&D+I activity is structured into four areas or lines of action essential to the sector:
cal contaminants in food for human consumption and for animal feed.
Food Quality and Safety, Product Innovation, Process Innovation and Environmental Sustainability, currently comprising a total of 28 lines of work.
Development of methods to guarantee the origin, authenticity and traceability of raw materials and pro-
Assessment of the toxicity of physical, physical-che-
ducts: development of genetic techniques for their
mical or biological contaminants and development
application in traceability studies, molecular marker
of procedures for their reduction or elimination.
studies for the identification and authentication of species.
Diagnosis and control of diseases in aquaculture. Development of quick diagnosis techniques. Phenotypic
Safety labelling in the cold chain and smart labe-
and genotypic characterisation of virus and bacteria.
lling.
Veterinary medicine waste control and treatment. Quick methods for antibiotic screening.
Product Innovation
Process Innovation
Companies within the fishing and aquaculture product
Development of new ways of presenting fresh/refri-
The optimisation of productive processes, the reduction
processing sector have a great innovating tradition in the
gerated foods to prolong their useful life.
of costs and the development of new specific machi-
development of new products. CECOPESCA provides an
nery are basic for achieving productivity in companies.
answer to this innovative drive, allowing companies to
Application of emerging technologies: modified
Our services can be summarised in the following lines
develop new lines of work, such as:
atmospheres, pasteurisation, active and smart
of work:
packaging, biodegradable packaging, sterilisaFormulating and obtaining new foods and added
ble flexible plastics, etc.
Study and optimisation of industrial processes.
value foods: Development of specific machinery for the sector.
Development of functional healthy foods and nutraceutics. Foods for specific segments of the population: co-
Study of the introduction and application of new technologies
eliacs, diabetics, ethnic groups, etc.
for the automation of processes.
Pre-prepared produce and organic products. New products and appreciation of raw materials and by-products: Appreciation of low commercial performance products and fishing by-products.
As regards new products, we offer companies personalised contracts that include protocols of action that adapt to their product, always guaranteeing full confidentiality.
Development of artificial vision and foreign body detection systems. Implementation and automation of management systems in industry processes:
Maximising the use of discarded products and
employment of ICTs to guarantee traceability.
processing by-products to obtain new products,
advanced process control automatisms.
new ingredients and interesting substances.
intelligent quality control systems. improvement of process control by improving the
Application of biotechnology for the selection, characterisation and preparation of new foods. Characterisation of raw materials. Rheological assessment of raw materials for the development of new products.
measurement systems.
Environmental Sustainability Our aims in helping the company achieve an environmentally responsible production include searching for added value in the by-products associated with the transformation; managing and minimising the waste generated; appreciating new species and carrying out responsible fishing. In this regard, our lines of work are as follows: Management of fishing resources and assessment of genetic diversity in fishing villages. Development of new presentations of species of low commercial value. Management optimisation and effective use of waste and by-products originating from the industry, minimising the environmental impact: Appreciation of processing by-products for obtaining new ingredients and compounds of nutritional, pharmaceutical and cosmetic interest. Use of waste for obtaining biomethane. Energy optimisation and efficiency. Management and treatment of effluents, waste and emissions. Development of renewable energies, e.g. biodiesel.
Support services for Business R&D+I Our research, technological development and innovation
professional answers, and thus guaranteeing satisfaction
activities are focused on the demands of the business sec-
and the best end results.
tor, with the aim of providing answers to the needs of the sea fishing industry. At ANFACO-CECOPESCA we collaborate with businesses to make innovation an efficient process. In order to achieve these aims, we put the following services at your disposal: Technological watch. Administrative procedures with public administrations. Search for tenders that best fit the profile of the projects. Search for collaborating partners. Drafting of technical and financial reports, as well as monitoring reports regarding R&D projects. Use and protection of research results.
We offer the experience and technical skills of all our staff and the most advanced technical means, always guaranteeing maximum levels of confidentiality. We provide businesses with research agreements that adapt to their expectations, and put great care in continuous collaboration with each company, offering personalised and
Contact: imasd@anfaco.es
International Innovation Unit ANFACO-CECOPESCA includes the International Innovation Unit (Unidad Internacional de Innovación - UII) whose mission is to facilitate the participation of companies within the sea fishing industry in European-level collaborative projects. The services offered by this Unit include the search for collaboration partners, the development of an Individualised Strategic Plan for each company, providing advice in the search for financing and preparing proposals and, in general, providing overall advice to companies to implement their participation in the EU Seventh Framework Programme. Contact: uii@anfaco.es
Sea Fishing Industry Technical Secretariat for PTGAL ANFACO-CECOPESCA is the Technical Secretariat for the
OTRI-ANFACO-CECOPESCA
Galician Agrifood Technological Platform (Plataforma Tecnolóxica Galega Agroalimentaria -PTGAL).
Research Results Transfer Office Numerous companies of the Galician agrifood sector and At the Research Results Transfer Office (Oficina de Transfe-
research groups are given the coordination they need in
rencia de Resultados de Investigación – OTRI) we advise
their R&D efforts, with a wide range of services of advice,
companies as to the best opportunities for financing, sear-
technological watch and search for partners to carry out
ching for technological partners, and we provide all the in-
collaborative R&D+I projects.
formation necessary to support their participation in R&D+I projects, as well as carrying out all the necessary paperwork and administrative dealings with administrations for business projects, in collaboration with the Project Management and Consultancy Department. Contact: otri@anfaco.es
Contact: info@ptgal.org
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UII-ANFACO-CECOPESA
In order to see to the demands of our clients, CECOPESCA is home to laboratories of the highest scientific and technical quality, accredited in accordance with norm UNE-EN ISO/ IEC 17025 by ENAC (Spanish National Accreditation Body) for carrying out physical-chemical, microbiological, toxicological and biomolecular analyses of agrifood products and packaging testing, as well as for physical-chemical and microbiological analyses of drinking, waste, continental and sea water. Food Food quality and safety: microbiological, toxins, parasites, viruses, nutritional, freshness, contaminants, medicine waste, sensorial, useful life and best-by dates, allergens, gluten, soy protein and surface analyses, among others. Authenticity control: biomolecular identification of species, GMOs, etc. Ingredient control: additives, oils, vinegars, salt, tomato, spices, etc. Fish flours and feeds: microbiological, nutritional, contaminant, meat residue, drug residue analyses etc. Water: microbiological and physical chemical tests of drinking, network, well, sea and waste water. Packaging: quality, alterations, migrations, etc. Equipment calibration: cameras, probes, thermometers, heaters, scales, etc.
OTHER SERVICES
Analytical Services
These analytic services are managed and carried out quickly and efficiently by all staff at the centre. Please contact one of our advisors via email address asesorlab@anfaco.es and we will send you a proposal that addresses your requirements. WE also offer a speedy sample collection service.
Cecopesca Technological Consultancy We are committed to service quality, specialisation, The National Technical Centre for the Conservation of Fishing
confidentiality and to collaborating with businesses to
Products (CECOPESCA) is an Innovation and Technology
overcome the challenges of the future. Contact us and
Centre created with the mission of providing a comprehen-
discover what we have to offer.
sive service to companies within the fishing and aquaculture product transformation sector. The technical consultancy
R&D+I: imasd@anfaco.es
of CECOPESCA deals with the following:
International Innovation Unit: uii@anfaco.es OTRI: otri@anfaco.es
Technology of innovative and safe product and processes.
Sea Fishing Industry Technical Secretariat for PTGAL: info@ptgal.org Analysis services: asesorlab@anfaco.es
Advice on the implementation of quality assurance management and food safety. Training and information for partners. Technical and regulatory support with regard to environmental sustainability. Fostering a culture of innovation. Contact: consultas@anfaco.es
Technological Consultancy: consultas@anfaco.es
FINANCED AGAINST PROJECT OTR050044
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND CERTIFICATES
LABORATORY ACCREDITED BY ENAC UNDER STANDARD UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005; A SEAL OF GUARANTEE FOR SELF-MONITORING AND FOR ITS EXPORT TO INTERNATIONAL MARKETS
LABORATORY REGISTERED AND APPROVED BY THE XUNTA DE GALICIA, BY DECREE 14/2000, BOTH FOR OFFICIAL CONTROL OF FOODSTUFFS AND FOR SELF-MONITORING WITHIN THE FOOD INDUSTRY PRODUCING PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. REGISTRATION Nº004/GA. REFERENCE LABORATORY FOR THE AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY OF GALICIA FOR THE OFFICIAL CONTROL OF THE QUALITY OF FISHERY PRODUCTS. APPROVED FOR CONDUCTING THE ANALYTICAL CONTROLS FOR BIOTOXINS IN BIVALVE MOLLUSCS. LABORATORY APPROVED BY THE WATERS OF GALICIA FOR CONDUCTING THE PHISYCAL-CHEMICAL AND MICROBIOLOGICAL WATER ANALYSES. REFERENCE ADVISORY BODY FOR THE USE OF THE “GALICIA CALIDADE” SEAL OF QUALITY.
APPROVED BY THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS FOR PERFORMING ANALYTICAL CONTROLS. LABORATORY ENDORSED BY THE SPANISH AUTHORITIES FOR THE OFFICIAL CONTROL OF FOODSTUFFS FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION. BUSINESS PARTNER OF BASIN ORGANIZATIONS IN THE MONITORING OF SEWAGE DISCHARGES IN GROUP 1 BY THE MINISTRY OF ENVIROMENT. LABORATORY ACCEPTED FOR THE CONTROL ANALYSIS OF PROCESSED FISHERY PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR EXPORT TO ARAB COUNTRIES BY THE SAUDI ARABIAN STANDARDS ORGANIZATION (SASO). PERMANENT MEMBER OF THE SPANISH FEDERATION OF AGENCIES FOR INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY (FEDIT)
OFFICE OF RESEARCH RESULTS TRANSFER (OTRI) since 1996
CENTER OF INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY (CIT) since 1997
Ctra. Colexio Universitario, 16 · Lagoas-Marcosende · 36310 · Vigo (Pontevedra) · España Telf.: +0034 986 469 303 · Fax: 986 469 269 · imasd@anfaco.es