A new investigation reveals that five Dutch companies, known as the 'Big Five', dominate European fishing, generating €2.4 billion in revenue in 2023. These companies have been involved in various scandals and utilize a network of subsidiaries to control a significant portion of the fishing industry. They engage in destructive fishing practices and have received substantial public subsidies, raising concerns about their influence on democracy and marine ecosystems. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)