Uruguay has more maritime than land area, but the richness of its waters is not among the priorities of the national agenda. Meat and grain are the titans of the local economy, against which the sea and the fishing industry in particular have lost in research, development and productivity.

The country concentrates its production model in the countryside, while its maritime fleet ages in ports and union conflict grows. According to the report, Uruguay's fishing fleet went from 124 boats two decades ago to 54 today.