Jörgen Holmquist (1 May 1947 - 28 March 2014)
It is with sadness that I have learned the passing of Jörgen Holmquist, my special advisor on fisheries issues. After top level positions within the Swedish national administration, he had been Director General of Fisheries and Maritime Affairs (2002-2006) and Director General of Internal Market and Services of the European Commission. He had been appointed as Chairman of the administrative board of the European Fisheries Control Agency in Vigo in 2011. In this capacity he contributed decisively to creating a culture of compliance in the European fisheries sector. He will be remembered by all for his many qualities. My thoughts go to his family.
