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The French fleet of purse seiners in the Mediterranean ready to run the campaign the smallest in its history. From midnight Saturday, they have thirty days to collect more than 1 700 tonnes of bluefin tuna, cons 3000 tonnes in 2009 and 4500 tonnes in 2008.

Since Wednesday, the departure of vessels, mainly from the port of Sete, carried out under tension after the blockade organized by Greenpeace in the port of Frontignan (H?rault). "Their action is in response to concerns especially media and certainly not economic or environmental. Scientific reports write black on white that the bluefin tuna population is being rebuilt. And this year, the owners have made a huge effort to fit in the strictly legal framework enacted by the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).Fishermen are tired of being stigmatized as exterminators and thieves, "said Bertrand Wendling, director general of the fishing cooperative S?te (Sathoan). This year, fishermen in the Eastern Atlantic coast and the Mediterranean should not exceed 13 500 tonnes of sampling with equal quotas between Spain, Italy and France.

1500 affected families

The decision to reduce the fleet in 2010 (17 ships against 28 in 2009 and 32 in 2008) was dictated by a concern for profitability and demonstrate the willingness of fishermen. "Every fishing boat could therefore 100 tonnes this year, and we need a sample of 130-140 tons to balance expenses and depreciation. The financial sacrifice is a bet on the future.Because we believe the future of the bluefin tuna fishery, "said Jean-Marie Avallone, owner S?te history of tuna, which bind only three of its four boats manufactured in France since 2002 in the campaign, on board a auditor accredited by ICCAT.

For the weapons of Rosina Arthur Marseille, the sacrifice is even more eloquent: a four tuna catch. "The French fishermen from Mediterranean will be kept under strict surveillance for this campaign. By Will it be the same for illegal fishing vessels that will continue to take, without control, limitation or quota? "Annoyed Henry Square, the National Committee of Fisheries. The stakes are high for Mediterranean ports: "1500 families live in this fishery," according to Bertrand Wendling.This, despite the reduction of the "wing" and the price of tuna leveled between 5 and 8 euros per kilo (out of the boat).

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LE FIGARO. – The network of ERDF is it as bad a condition as the report says the CRE?

Michele Bellon. – First of all, I said that not only this report is not new, but it has not been validated by the CRE. On the merits, ERDF has not slowed its investments in the network. For three years, the curve has inverted the contrary: in 2009, investments have been 2.3 billion euros, up 13.5% compared to 2008. This year we should exceed 2.5 billion euros. In general, it is less the level of investments that benefit them in sharpening our thinking today.We are in discussions with local communities to effectively address all the weaknesses of the network, where it is necessary to optimize the operation.

The cutoff time for users, however, increased significantly …

We must compare what is comparable. I read for example that this time would be cut almost doubled since the early 2000s. Except that we have had unprecedented weather events over a very short period. In 2009, the two storms Klaus and Quentin have been very disadvantageous to our infrastructure. However, thanks to the exceptional mobilization of the company, 90% of customers have been replenished in four days, this period has been reduced to two days during Xynthia in early 2010.If we ignore these weather disasters, the comparison with other European countries shows that in this field, France is well positioned easy payday loans.

An increase in transmission tariffs is necessary?

The problem is not only the issue of tariffs. However, the company is imposed today a number of benefits that do not fall directly within its original specifications. In particular, we assume a significant portion of the costs of connecting wind turbines and photovoltaic systems. These are considerable sums, without them, could be allocated for maintenance and strengthening of the network. I would like, in the near future, the funding of new services entrusted to ERDF is fully identified and compensated.ERDF acting course for development of renewable energy, but we can not only support this growth.

ERDF is in the crosshairs of local authorities, who point to a poor quality of services. What say you?

We have renewed the dialogue. I want to strengthen the territorial proximity with officials, it is even more essential that the unions, which provide electrification project management in rural areas, are members of the National Federation of Local Authorities and licensors.

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The Labour Minister, Eric Woerth, presented today at the Guidance Council working conditions (CTOC) the second draft Occupational Health Plan 2010-2014. Target: 25% reduction in accidents at work and ending 10 years of uninterrupted growth since the number of cases of occupational diseases. Among the activities envisaged: developing measures to prevent occupational hazards, psychosocial risks, chemical and musculoskeletal disorders, and strengthening support for companies, including companies under 50 employees.

This meeting also provided an opportunity to review the past year, marked by the France Telecom case and crystallization of the debates about stress at work.Last year of implementation of the first health plan (2005-2009), 2009 was marked by the decree of December on the control of chemical risk in the workplace, and an information campaign about the prevention of disorder Musculoskeletal (renewed this year), and the emergency plan on psychosocial risks, launched by the predecessor Eric Woerth, Xavier Darcos Guaranteed approval "cash loans. On this last point, recall that the companies were required to register on the website of the Ministry in order to indicate the steps in place for prevention of stress. The aim, then, to deliver the practical to the public, according to the American principle of "named and shamed," and to establish three categories: green, orange and red. It is clear that today, only the green box appears on the ministry website.

Speaking of a "contrast-enhancing status", Eric Woerth evoked a corresponding decrease in the frequency of accidents, the number of occupational diseases is himself again on the decline. Some telling statistics: stagnation of accidents to about 700,000 per year (including 44,000 serious), more than one person a day dies in an accident at work, 13% of the workforce exposed to at least one carcinogenic agents.

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The leading Japanese polyester fiber Toray Plastics announced Monday the signing of a 15-year contract with EADS, the parent of European aircraft manufacturer Airbus, the supply of carbon fibers. The contract amount is not specified.

Since 2008, the carbon fiber market was stagnant for the aerospace, note Toray. In a statement, said that the needs Toray carbon fiber Airbus will greatly increase with the production of the A350 XWB. The new contract would allow the Japanese firm to "increase [its] offer high-quality materials and high performance aircraft, thereby strengthening its position as a leader for that use."

Toray was released in late March 1 annual sales down 7.6% at 14, 62 billion dollars.The company, which holds 60% market share of carbon fibers for aircraft, however, to table a net profit of $ 278 million for fiscal year 2010-2011, hoping for an increase in demand, particularly in emerging countries and China.

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In a tourism market flooded with an avalanche of packages at low prices, Voyageurs du Monde is still a difference with the tailored, its core business, travel and adventure (Adventure Land, Mobile). Last year, its net income remained stable at 6 million euros for a turnover down slightly (-2%) to 239.5 million euros. Voyageurs du Monde is doing so better than the French market tourism which has fallen 10%.

In 2009, the tour was from close to 130,000 travelers, who spent an average of 2,000 euros for a stay on measure and 1200-1300 Euros for an adventure tour.Although his clients have decided later before booking (on average between 1.5 and 2 months before departure date), but they agreed to pay as much for their journey in 2008 as a whole Voyageurs du Monde maintained its rates.

"Under normal circumstances, the two forms of travel, tailor-made adventure, taking market share from the traditional guided tours in groups, said Jean-Francois Rial, president of World Travelers. The economic crisis does not change the style of holiday. However, people want more and more services and take their time making fewer visits to enjoy the place more " low rates payday advance.

At the World Travellers, tailor-made up the bulk of the activity (57% of turnover). It rose 0.5%.In France, a niche (15% of the travel market, against 50% for bathing and 25% for circuits) that Travellers World has operated as a person: "We have no competitor who covers the world as we do, says Lionel Habasque, deputy CEO. We also have the advantage of ensuring our direct distribution. And as we sell our own travels we are able to pass on any price reductions in real time. "

Before the cloud of ash from a volcano Icelandic party does not disturb the tourism industry throughout Europe, Travellers World recorded a 10% increase in bookings for 2010. According to Jean-Francois Rial, this incident represents a loss and a shortfall of around 800,000 euros. The tour operator offers reports for one year. "They would be entitled to 100% charge, without delay," said Jean-Francois Rial.There will be no refund.

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