G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
20 August 2021  
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Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original: English  
 
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFICATION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XVI:1  
OF THE GATT 1994 AND ARTICLE 25 OF THE AGREEMENT  
ON SUBSIDIES AND COUNTERVAILING MEASURES  
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum  
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union, dated and received on 
12 July 2021, relates to the subsidy programmes of Cyprus . 
 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
 DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL &  
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES PARTICIPATING  
IN TRADE FAIRS ΑND EXHIBITIONS ABROAD, WHERE THE MINISTRY OF ENERGY, 
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY PARTICIP ATES WITH A NATIONAL PAVILION  .....................  4 
 DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 
PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES PARTICIPATING PRIVATELY IN TRADE FAIRS  
AND EXHIBITIONS IN CYPRUS AND ABROAD  ................................ ................................ .. 5 
 DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR THE SUBSIDIZATION OF CYPRIOT COMPANIES 
CONDUCTING RESEARCH OF FOREIGN MARKETS  ................................ ............................  5 
 DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS 
PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES PARTICIPATING PRIVATELY TO TRADE FAIRS  
AND EXHIBITIONS IN INTERNAL MARKET AND IN THIRD COUNTRIES  ...........................  6 
 MEASURE  1: PROGRAMMES ON INFORMATION PROVISION AND PROMOTION OF 
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS ON THE INTERNAL MARKET, CO -FINANCED BY THE 
EUROPEAN  UNION WITHIN THE F RAMEWORK OF COUNCIL REGULATION (EC)  
NO. 3/2008 AND COMMISSION REGULATION (EC) NO. 501/2008  ................................ .. 7 
 MEASURE  2: PROGRAMMES ON INFORMATI ON PROVISION AND PROMOTION OF 
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS IN THIRD COUNTRIES, CO -FINANCED BY THE 
EUROPEAN  UNION WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF COUNCIL REGULATION (EC)  
NO. 3/2008 AND COMMISSION REGULATION (EC) NO. 501/2008  ................................ .. 8 
 STATE AID SCHEME FOR THE PROMOTION AND ADVERTISING OF  
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS ON THE INTERNAL MARKET AND IN THIRD COUNTRIES  
(1 JANUARY  2015 – 31 DECEMBER  2020)  ................................ ................................ ....... 9 
 SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF SMES COMPETITIVENESS IN THE 
MANUFACTURING SECTOR AND OTHER SPECIFIC ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES  ....................  10 
 SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP  ..........................  11 
 SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP  .......................  12 
 CREATION AND UPGRADING OF MANUFACTURING AND TRADING  
UNITS OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS - SUB-MEASURE  4.2 ................................ ...........  13 
 SCHEME FOR FISHING SP ECIES LAGOCEPHALUS SCELERATUS -  
MEASURE  1.18I (ARTICLE  40.1 I REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020)  .........................  14 
 SCHEME FOR COMPENSATION FOR  DAMAGE TO CATCHES CAUSED BY MARINE 
MAMMALS - MEASURE  1.19 (ARTICLE  40.1 Η REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020)  ...... 15 
 SCHEME FOR FUND ING EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO ENSURE  
THE TRANSMISSION OF FISHING DATA - MEASURE  3.1 (ARTICLE  76  
REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020)  ................................ ................................ ............  16 
 SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS ON FISHING VESSELS -MEASURE  1.8  
(ARTICLE  32 REG.  508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020)  ................................ ........................  17 
 SCHEME FOR MITIGATION OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF 
FISHING VESSELS - MEASURE  1.20 (ARTICLE  41.1  
REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020)  ................................ ................................ ............  17 
 SCHEME FOR THE REPLACEMENT OR MODERNISATION OF MAIN  
OR ANCILLARY ENGINES OF FISHING VESSELS - MEASURE  1.21 (ARTICLE  41.2  
REG. 508/2014  - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  ................................ ................................ .... 18 
 SCHEME FOR PRODUCTIVE INVESTMENT IN AQUACULTURE -  
MEASURE  2.2 (ARTICLE  48.1 REG. 508/2014 - EMFF 2014 - 2020)  ...............................  19 
 SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS IN THE PROCESSING OF FISHERIES PRODUCTS - 
MEASURE  5.4 (ARTICLE  69 REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  .........................  20 G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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 SCHEME FOR PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR REPELLING  
MARINE PROTECTED SPECIES - MEASURE  1.18C (ARTICLE  40.1 C  
REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  ................................ ................................ .... 21 
 SCHEME FOR THE TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES -  
MEASURE  1.9 (ARTICLE  33 REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  .........................  22 
 SCHEME FOR FUND AQUACULTURE UNITS FOR THE TEMPORARY SUSPENSION  
OR REDUCTION OF PRODUCTION/CATCHES DUE TO COVID -19 OUTBREAK -  
MEASURE  2.11 (ARTICLE  55 REG. 508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  .......................  22 
 SCHEME FOR FUNDING INVESTMENTS FOR THE MODERNIZATION  
OF FISH TAVERNS AND UPGRADE THE QUALITY IN FOOD SERVICES -  
MEASURE  4.3 (ARTICLE  63.1B REG.  508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  ....................  23 
 SCHEME FOR FUNDING INVESTMENTS IN PROCESSING AND MARKETING OF 
FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE PRODUCTS – MEASURE 4.3 (ARTICLE 63.1A 
REG.  508/2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020) NEW  ................................ ................................ .... 24 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES TO FISHERMAN'S  
VESSEL CAUSED BY ROUGH SEA (2019) NEW ................................ ................................  25 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES CAUSED TO A FISHERMAN'S  
VESSEL, DUE TO HIS ARREST BY TURKISH ARMY (2019) NEW  ................................ ...... 26 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES  
ON FISHING GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF  
DE MINIMIS  (2020) NEW  ................................ ................................ ..............................  27 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  
GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) NEW  ....................  27 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL -SCALE FISHERMEN,  
DUE TO THE IMPACTS CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF  
VTTV JETTY IN VASILIKOS AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) (NEW)  ...........  28 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR SATELLITE COSTS AND  
TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF THE VMS AND ERS DEVICES, IN THE FORM OF  
DE MINIMIS  (2020) (NEW)  ................................ ................................ ...........................  29 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  
GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (NEW)  .................  30 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL SCALE FISHERMEN,  
DUE TO THE IMPACTS CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF  
VTTV JETTY IN VASILIKOS AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020)(NEW)  ............  31 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND 
TRAWLERS, MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (NEW)  ................................ . 31 
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND 
TRAWLERS, MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (NEW)  ................................ . 32 
 
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DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL & AGRICULTURAL 
PRODUCTS PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES PARTICIPATING IN TRADE FAIRS ΑND 
EXHIBITIONS ABROAD, WHERE THE MINISTRY OF ENERGY, COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY 
PARTICIPATES WITH A NATIONAL PAVILION  
1. Title of subsidy  
Subsidy provided to companies involved in the processing and marketing of agricultural and 
industrial products for their participation in Trade Fairs  and Exhibitions abroad, where the Ministry 
participates with a national pavilion.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020.  
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is to promote exports of Cyprus industrial and agricultural products and provide 
Cypriot comp anies with continuous information on foreign market trends and developments.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
The competent authority for the subsidy is the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry and the 
subsidy is granted according to Council Regulation (EC) No. 1 407/2013 on the application of 
Articles  107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union to de minimis  aid. 
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
This incentive is provided to Cypriot companies involved in the processing and marketing of 
agricultural and industrial products participating in trade fairs abroad where the Ministry participates 
with a national pavilion.  
The Ministry covers 100% of the rental costs of the exhibition area, the construction expenses of 
the stand, the transportation and handling costs of the exhibits and up to EUR 700 for advertising 
and promotional material.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
The subsidy is announced annually. The Scheme is approved by the Council of Ministers for the 
period 2014  - 2020. The budget is annually approved by the House of Representatives.  
8. Amount of subsidy  
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 839,786.  
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 515,298.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
The subsidy is based on the de minimis  rule, has no effects on trade between Member States and 
does not distort or threaten to distort competition.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS PROVID ED 
TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES PARTICIPATING PRIVATELY IN TRADE FAIRS AND EXHIBITIONS 
IN CYPRUS AND ABROAD  
1. Title of subsidy  
Subsidy for the promotion of exports of industrial products provided to companies participating in 
trade fairs and exhibitions in Cyprus an d abroad, on their own expenses.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020.  
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is to promote exports of Cyprus industrial products and provide Cypriot 
companies with continuous information on foreign market trends and deve lopments.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
The competent authority of the subsidy is the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry and the 
subsidy is granted according to Council Regulation (EC) No. 1407/2013 on the application of 
Articles  107 and 108 of the Treaty on  the Functioning of the European Union to de minimis  aid. 
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
This incentive is provided to Cypriot companies involved in the processing and marketing of industrial 
products participating in trade fairs in Cyprus and abroad. The Ministry covers 50% of the rental and 
construction costs of the stand, the transportation  costs and the handling costs of the exhibits, with 
a maximum amount of subsidy of EUR 3,050 for non -bulky exhibits, EUR 7,350 for bulky exhibits 
and up to EUR 700 for advertising and promotional material.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
The subsidy is announced annua lly. The Scheme is approved by the Council of Ministers for the 
period 2014  - 2020.  
8. Amount of subsidy  
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 210,756.  
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 53,053.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
The subsidy is based on the de minimis  rule, has no effects on trade between Member States and 
does not distort or threaten to distort competition.  
DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR THE SUBSIDIZATION OF CYPRIOT COMPANIES CONDUCTING 
RESEARCH OF FOREIGN MARKETS  
1. Title of subsidy  
Subsidy provided to companies involved in t he processing and marketing of industrial products for 
market research abroad.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020.  
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is to provide incentives to companies to penetrate foreign markets and increase 
exports of industrial products.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
The competent authority is the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry and the subsidy is 
granted according to Council Regulation (EC) No. 1407/2013 on the application of 
Articles  107 and 108 of the Treaty on the  Functioning of the European Union to de minimis  aid. 
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is provided to companies involved in the processing and marketing of industrial products 
for market research abroad. The subsidy is paid af ter the conclusion of each market research upon 
submission of all necessary documents (e.g. air ticket, invoice/receipt of payment). The Ministry 
covers the travelling expenses (economy class ticket) twice each year with a maximum amount of 
subsidy of EUR 855 per travel.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment in:  2019:  EUR 5,042 . 
 2020: EUR 0. 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The subsidy is announced annually. The Scheme is approved by the Council of Ministers for the 
period 2014  - 2020.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
The subsidy is based on the de minimis  rule, has no effects on trade between Member States and 
does not distort or threaten to distort competition.  
DE MINIMIS  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS 
PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES PARTICIPATING PRIVATELY TO TRADE FAIRS AND 
EXHIBITIONS  IN INTERNAL MARKET AND IN THIRD COUNTRIES  
1. Title of subsidy  
Subsidy for the promotion of exports of agricu ltural products provided to companies participating in 
trade fairs and exhibitions in Cyprus and abroad, on their own expenses.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020.  
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is to promote exports of Cyprus agricultural pro ducts and provide Cypriot 
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4. Authority of subsidy  
The competent authority is the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry and the subsidy is 
granted according to Council Regulat ion (EC) No. 1407/2013 on the application of 
Articles  107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union to de minimis  aid. 
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
This incentive is provided to Cypriot companies involved in the p rocessing and marketing of 
agricultural products participating in trade fairs in Cyprus and abroad on their own expenses. The 
Ministry covers 50% of the rental and construction costs of the stand, the transportation costs and 
the handling costs of the exhi bits, with a maximum amount of subsidy of  EUR 3,050 for non -bulky 
exhibits and EUR 7,350 for bulky exhibits and up to EUR 700 for advertising and promotional 
material.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 128,889 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 9,429 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The subsidy is announced annually. The Scheme is approved by the Council of Ministers for the 
period 2014 - 2020. 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
The subsidy is based on the de minimis  rule and has no effects on trade between Member States 
and does not distort or threaten to distort competition.  
MEASURE  1: PROGRAMMES ON INFORMATION PROVISION AND PROMOTION OF 
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS ON THE INTERNAL MARKET, CO -FINANCED BY THE 
EUROPEAN  UNION  WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF COUNCIL REGULATION (EC) NO. 3/2008 
AND COMMISSION REGULATION (EC) NO. 501/2008  
1. Title of subsidy  
Subsidy on information provision and promotion programmes for agricultural products and certain 
food products based on agricultural pro ducts implemented on the internal market, co -financed by 
the EU and the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, Industry and Tourism.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020. 
3. Policy objective  
To reinforce and supplement initiatives by implementing information and  promotion measures aimed 
at highlighting the intrinsic features and advantages of the products of the European Union, notably 
the quality and safety of food, specific production methods, nutritional and health value, labeling, 
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4. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry within the framework of Council Regulation (EC) 
No. 3/2008 on information provision and promotion measures for agricultural products on the 
internal market a nd in third countries.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to Professional and inter -professional trade or inter -trade organisations 
representing the agricultural sector concerned. A subsidy of 30% on the actual cost of t he 
programmes is provided by the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry (additional  50% by 
the EU). 
7. Duration of subsidy  
The approved programmes run for one to three years divided into 12 -month phases.  
8. Amount of subsidy  
A programme for information provis ion and promotion of potatoes on the internal market is 
implemented in the period 12 February  2016 – 11 February  2019. 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 211,182 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 0. 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
To promote the image of European product s on the European Union, the quality and safety of 
European food products, raising awareness of European products among the general public and in 
trade circles, disseminating European dietary practices and culture, etc in order to increase 
intra-trade. The  subsidy has no effects on trade between Member States and does not distort or 
threaten to distort competition.  
MEASURE  2: PROGRAMMES ON INFORMATION PROVISION AND PROMOTION OF 
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS IN THIRD COUNTRIES, CO -FINANCED BY THE 
EUROPEAN  UNION WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF COUNCIL REGULATION (EC) NO. 3/2008 
AND COMMISSION REGULATION (EC) NO. 501/2008  
1. Title of subsidy  
Subsidy on information provision and promotion programmes for agricultural products and certain 
food products based on agricultural prod ucts implemented in third countries, co -financed by the EU 
and the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, Industry and Tourism.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020. 
3. Policy objective  
To reinforce and supplement initiatives by implementing information and prom otion measures aimed 
at highlighting the intrinsic features and advantages of the products of the European Union, notably 
the quality and safety of food, specific production methods, nutritional and health value, labeling, 
high animal welfare standards and  respect for the environment.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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4. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry within the framework of Council Regulation (EC) 
No. 3/2008 on information provision and promotion measures for agricultural products on the 
internal market and in  third countries.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to Professional and inter -professional trade or inter -trade organisations 
representing the agricultural sector concerned. A subsidy of 30% on the actual cost of the 
programmes is provided by the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry (additional 50% by 
the EU). 
7. Duration of subsidy  
The approved programmes run for 1 to 3 years divided into twelve -month phases.  
8. Amount of subsidy  
A programme for information provision and  promotion of halloumi in U.S.A., China, and Australia is 
implemented in the period 12 February 2016 – 11 February 2019. 
Amount spent  in 2019: EUR 307,499 . 
Amount spent  in 2020: EUR 0. 
A programme for information provision and promotion of citrus fruits in U.A.E., China, and Norway 
is implemented in the period 16  July 2015 – 15 July 2018. 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 162,354 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 0. 
A multinational Programme for information provision and promotion of processed fruits and 
vegetabl es in Russia, China, Belarus and Azerbaijan is implemented in the period  30 October 2015 – 
29 October 2018. 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 141,700 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 0. 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
To promote the image of European products in the third countries, the quality and safety of 
European   food products, raising awareness of European products among the general public and in 
trade circles, disseminating European dietary practices and culture,  etc in order to penetrate third 
markets and increase exports to the concerned countries. The subsidy has no effects on trade 
between Member  States and does not distort or threaten to distort competition.  
STATE AID SCHEME FOR THE PROMOTION AND ADVERTISING OF AGRICULTURAL 
PRODUCTS ON THE INTERNAL MARKET AND IN THIRD COUNTRIES (1 JANUARY  2015  – 
31 DECEMBER  2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
State aid scheme for the promotion and advertising of agricultural products on the internal market 
and in third countries.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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2. Form of subsidy  
The Scheme provides a subsidy of up to 70% for promotional and marketing measures for 
agricultural products, implemented on the internal market or in third countries.  
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme is designed to promote agricultural and quality produ cts which improve the efficiency, 
competitiveness and professionalism of the agricultural sector in Cyprus and thus contribute to its 
long-term sustainability.  
4. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2015 – 31 December 2020. 
5. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry within the framework of Council Regulation (EC) 
No. 3/2008 on information provision and promotion measures for agricultural products on the 
internal market and in third countries.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The beneficiaries of the s tate aid for the promotion measures (i.e. participation in exhibitions and 
fairs) are SMEs involved in the production of agricultural products, whereas for advertising and 
marketing campaigns the beneficiaries are SMEs and representative of the sector/prod ucts, producer 
groups/organisations/associations and other Associations involved in the production, processing and 
marketing of agricultural products.  
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 0. 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 0. 
SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF SMES COMPETITIVEN ESS IN THE 
MANUFACTURING SECTOR AND OTHER SPECIFIC ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES  
1. Title of subsidy  
Scheme for the Enhancement of SMEs Competitiveness in the Manufacturing Sector and other 
specific Economic Activities.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is to support, develop and promote the SMEs in the manufacturing sector and 
other specific activities that are established or to be established in areas controlled by the 
Cyprus  Government.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry and specifically the Industry and Technology Service.  
5. Form of subsidy  
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The Scheme is included in the Operational Programme 2014 - 2020, Competitiveness and 
Sustainable Development/Structural and Investment Funds. It i s financed by the European Regional 
Development Fund (85%) and the Cyprus Government (15%).  
The Scheme is implemented under Regulation (EC) No.  1407/2013 of the Commission of 
18 December  2013 based on Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning o f the 
European  Union  to de minimis  aid. 
The total amount of de minimis  aid granted to a single undertaking shall not exceed EUR 200,000 
over any period of three (3) fiscal years.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid  
New or existing SMEs in the manufacturing  sector and other specific economic activities that are 
established or to be established in areas controlled by the Cyprus Government.  
The minimum proposed investment (eligible costs) is set to EUR 10,000. The grant is given as a 
percentage on the entire e ligible investment (50%).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment in 2019: EUR 463,916 . 
Total payment in 2020: EUR 400,680 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2015 and expires in 2020.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
The minimum proposed investment (eligible costs) is set to EUR 10,000. The grant is given as a 
percentage on the entire eligible investment (50%).  
SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP  
1. Title of subsidy  
Scheme for the enh ancement of Youth Entrepreneurship.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to develop, support and encourage entrepreneurship by young people between 
the ages of 20 -40, who wish to establish a new enterprise in any economic activity except commerce. 
Emphasis is given in the development of new technologies, in the use of innovative methods of 
production and the promotion of products and services, in the development of business skills in the 
sector of environment and g enerally in the promotion of modern enterprising activities.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry -by the Industry and Technology Service.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
The Scheme is included in the Operational Programme 2014 - 2020, Comp etitiveness and 
Sustainable Development/Structural and Investment Funds. It is financed by the European Regional 
Development Fund (85%) and the Cyprus Government (15%).  
The Scheme is implemented under Regulation (EC) No.  1407/2013 of the Commission of 
18 December  2013 based on Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the 
European  Union to de minimis  aid. 
The total amount of de minimis  aid granted to a single undertaking shall not exceed EUR 200,000 
over any period of three (3) fiscal years.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid  
To newly established businesses.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment in 2019: EUR 24,494 . 
Total payment in 2020: EUR 8,091 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2015 and expires in 2020.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP  
1. Title of subsidy  
Scheme for the enhancement of Female Entrepreneurship.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to develop, support and encourage entrepreneurship by women between the ages 
of 18 -55, who wish to establish a new enterprise in any economic activity except commerce. 
Emphasis is given in the development of new technologies, in the use of innovative methods of 
production and the promotion of products and services, in the development of business skills in the 
sector of environment and generally in the promotion of modern enterprising activities.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry -by the Industry and Technology Service.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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The Scheme is included in the Operational Programme 2014 - 2020, Competitiveness and 
Sustainable Development/Structural and Investment Funds. It is financed by the European Regional 
Development F und (85%) and the Cyprus Government (15%).  
The Scheme is implemented under Regulation (EC) No.  1407/2013 of the Commission of 
18 December  2013 based on Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the 
European  Union  to de minimis  aid. 
The total  amount of de minimis  aid granted to a single undertaking shall not exceed EUR 200,000 
over any period of three (3) fiscal years.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid  
To newly established businesses.  
The grant is given as a percentage (50%) of the entire el igible investment with a maximum amount 
of EUR 70,000 for the manufacturing sector and EUR 50,000 for other sectors.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment in 2019: EUR 1,541 . 
Total payment in 2020: EUR 629. 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2015 a nd expires in 2020.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
CREATION AND UPGRADING OF MANUFACTURING AND TRADING UNITS OF 
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS  - SUB-MEASURE  4.2 
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for the creation and improvement of manufacturing and trading units of agricultural products.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2020. 
3. Policy objective  
Main objective of the measure is to support existing and newly established enterprises engaged in 
manufacturing and trade of agricultural products.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The Sub -Measure is included in the "Rural Development Programme 2014 - 2020" and is co -financed 
by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development a nd the Cyprus Government.  
The grant is estimated as 40% on the eligible amount of investment with a maximum of EUR 200,000  
for the Micro Enterprises and EUR 400,000 for the Small and Medium Enterprises and Large 
Enterprises (for the period 2014 - 2020). G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid  
To existing and newly established SMEs (Micro, Small and Medium sized Enterprises as defined by 
Commission Recommendation 2003/361/EC) and businesses employing less than 750 employees or 
with an annual turnover of less tha n EUR 200 million.  
The Cyprus Agricultural Payments Organisation has the responsibility of the actual payments.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment in 2019: EUR 1,524,698 . 
Total payment in 2020: EUR 891,161 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The measure was introduced in 20 16 and expires in 2020.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR FISHING SPECIES LAGOCEPHALUS  SCELERATUS  - MEASURE  1.18I 
(ARTICLE  40.1 I REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for fishing species Lagocephalus sceleratus.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2016 - 2023.  
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is the co -funding of collective actions between the fishermen. Specifically, it 
concerns the funding for targeted fishing of the species Lagocephalus scele ratus, common name 
puffer fish aiming mainly at an intensive fishing pressure on the breeding population of the species, 
just before and during the reproductive period from the coastal fishing fleet.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research  – Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by  the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by th e European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%). 
The grant is EUR 3 per kilo of fish ( Lagocephalus sceleratus ). 
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to the fishermen's collective group representative.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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7. Amount o f subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 45,320 . 
Total payment 2020: EUR 45,030 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The first call for the scheme was for the period 2016  - 2018. The second call for the scheme is for 
the period 2019  - 2021.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No eff ects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR COMPENSATION FOR DAMAGE TO CATCHES CAUSED BY MARINE 
MAMMALS  - MEASURE  1.19 (ARTICLE  40.1 Η REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation grand to fishermen, for damage to catches caused by mammals ( dolphins) protected 
by Directives 92/43/EEC and 2009/147/EC.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2015 - 2023.  
3. Policy objective  
In order to protect and restore marine biodiversity and ecosystems in the framework of sustainable 
fishing activities, with the partic ipation of fishermen, the EMFF gives financial support for the Cypriot 
fishermen for the damages caused on fishing catches by dolphins.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Enviro nment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Direc torate General for 
European   Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale and polyvalent vessel).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 201 9: EUR 32,825.20 . 
Total payment 2020: EUR 3,818.62 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The first call for the scheme was for the period 2015  - 2019. The second call for the scheme is for 
the period 2020  - 2023.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR FUNDING EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO ENSURE THE TRANSMISSION OF 
FISHING DATA  - MEASURE  3.1 (ARTICLE  76 REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for funding electronic equipment necessary to ensure the transmission of fishing data for 
fisheries control purposes.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2014 - 2023.  
3. Policy objective  
The objective of the Scheme is to support the supply of electronic equipment to enterprises involved 
in the fisheries and marketing of fisheries pr oducts sectors to ensure the transmission of information 
relevant to fisheries control, recording and reporting systems in order to achieve effective control of 
fisheries activities.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Minist ry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (90%) and the Cyprus Government (10%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale and polyvalent vessel).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 7,132.69 . 
Total payment 2020: EUR 2,493.58 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2016 and expires in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS ON FISHING VESSELS -MEASURE  1.8 (ARTICLE  32 
REG.  508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for the modernization of fishing vessels for the improvement of working conditions, safety and 
hygiene and health.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2018 - 2023.  
3. Policy objective  
In order to improve hygiene, health, safety and working conditions for fishermen, the EMFF supports 
investments on board or in individual equipment provided that those investments go beyond the 
requirements under Union or national law.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 25,767.23 . 
Total payment 2020: EUR 22,618.26 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2018 and expires in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR MITIGATION OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF 
FISHING VESSELS  - MEASURE  1.20 (ARTICLE  41.1 REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for the modernization of fishing vessels in order to mitigate the effects of climate change and 
to improve the energy efficiency of f ishing vessels.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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2. Period covered by notification  
2018 - 2023.  
3. Policy objective  
In order to mitigate the effects of climate change and to improve the energy efficiency of fishing 
vessels, the EMFF support investments in equipment or on board aimed at reducing  the emission of 
pollutants or greenhouse gases and increasing the energy efficiency of fishing vessels.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes fo r the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsi dy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 12,429.68 . 
Total payment 2020: EUR 9,094.72 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2018 and expires in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR THE REPLACEMENT OR MODERNISATION OF MAIN OR ANCILLARY 
ENGINES OF FISHING VESSELS  - MEASURE  1.21 (ARTICLE  41.2 REG. 508/2014  - 
EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subs idy 
Grant for the replacement or modernisation of main or ancillary engines in order to mitigate the 
effects of climate change and to improve the energy efficiency of fishing vessels.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2018 - 2020.  
3. Policy objective  
In order to  mitigate the effects of climate change and to improve the energy efficiency of fishing 
vessels, the EMFF support for the replacement or modernisation of main or ancillary engines of 
fishing vessels.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research  - Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European   Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the Euro pean Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (50%) and the Cyprus Government (50%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 1,537.50 . 
Total payment 2020: EUR 1,350 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2018 and expired in 2020.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR PRODUCTIVE INVESTMENT IN AQUACULTURE  - MEASURE  2.2 
(ARTICLE  48.1 REG. 508/2014  - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for funding productive investments in aquaculture.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2016 - 2023. 
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is the co -funding of actions that are relevant to the sustainable development of 
aquaculture with the expansion of the existing aquaculture units as well as the possible 
establishment of new ones and the modernization of facilities and equipment.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Researc h - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Mar itime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of aquaculture units.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 95,039.51 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2016 and expire s in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS IN THE PROCESSING OF FISHERIES PRODUCTS  - 
MEASURE  5.4 (ARTICLE  69 REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for funding investments in processing of fisheries products.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020-2023. 
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is the co -funding of actions relating to the marketing of fisheries and aquaculture 
products, contributing to improving the processing system both in the fisheries sector and in the 
aquaculture sector.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research – Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the sub sidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of processing enterprises.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 0. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expire s in 2022.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR REPELLING MARINE PROTECTED 
SPECIES - MEASURE  1.18C (ARTICLE  40.1 C REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for funding the purchase or the installation of equipment for repelling marine protected species 
(dolphins) and preventing the accidental catching on fishermen nets.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020-2023.  
3. Policy objective  
In order to contribute to a better management or conservation o f marine biological resources, the 
EMFF gives financial support to the Cypriot fishermen for the purchase/ installation of acoustic 
deterrent devices on nets in order to protect the dolphins and prevent their accidental catch on nets.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes w ere approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total p ayment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 3,108.12 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expire s in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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SCHEME FOR THE TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES - MEASURE  1.9 
(ARTICLE  33 REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for the temporary cessation of fishing activities in order to mitigate the effects of the Covid -19 
outbreak in the fisheries sector.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective  
In order to mitigate the effects of the Covid -19 outbreak in the fisheries sector, the EMFF gives 
financial support to the Cypriot fishermen. The Covid -19 pandemic affects the work of fishermen in 
financial terms due to market disruption and reduced consumer demand.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. At first the Scheme was approved by the Managing Authority of the Operational 
Programme which is the Directorate General for European Programmes Coordination and then the 
Council of Ministers was given the final approval with the decision number 89.177 (8 April 2020)  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme " Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale and polyvalent vessel).  
7. Amount of subs idy 
Total payment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 127,243.93 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expires in 2021.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR FUND AQUACULTURE UNITS FOR THE TEMPO RARY SUSPENSION OR 
REDUCTION OF PRODUCTION/CATCHES DUE TO COVID -19 OUTBREAK - MEASURE  2.11 
(ARTICLE  55 REG. 508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation Plan for aquaculture units for the temporary suspension or reduction of 
production/ca tches in order to mitigate the effects of the Covid -19 outbreak in the aquaculture 
sector.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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2. Period covered by notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective  
In order to mitigate the effects of the Covid -19 outbreak in the aquaculture sector, the EMFF gives 
financial support to the Cypriot aquaculture units. The Covid -19 pandemic affects the aquaculture 
sector in financial terms due to market disruption and reduced consumer demand.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. At first the Scheme was approved by the Managing Authority of the Operational 
Programme which is the Directorate General for European Programmes Coordination and then the 
Council of Ministers was given the f inal approval with the decision number 89.631 (24 June 2020) . 
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to aquaculture units.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 295,647.20 . 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expires in 2021.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR FUNDING INVESTMENTS FOR THE MODERNIZATION OF FISH TAVERNS 
AND UPGRADE THE QUALITY IN FOOD SERVICES  - MEASURE  4.3 (ARTICLE  63.1B 
REG.  508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for the m odernization of fish taverns and upgrade the quality in food services.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2023. 
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is the co -funding of actions that are relevant to upgrading the quality standards 
on existing fish taverns, the use of fresh products, promote economically viable enterprises, 
environmentally friendly and improving the information provided, and the quality and food safety 
for the consumers.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Researc h - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approved individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  
5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Mar itime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of the enterprises (fish taverns).  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 17,131.18 . 
8. Duration  of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2019 and expires in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
SCHEME FOR FUNDING INVESTMENTS IN PROCESSING AND MARKETING OF 
FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE PRODUCTS – MEASURE  4.3 (ARTICL E 63.1A 
REG.  508/ 2014 - EMFF  2014 - 2020 ) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Grant for funding investments in marketing and processing of fisheries and aquaculture products.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019 - 2023. 
3. Policy objective  
The main objective is the co-funding of actions that are relevant to the modernization of facilities 
and equipment of the units, contributing to improving the marketing and processing system both in 
the fisheries sector and in the aquaculture sector.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department  of Fisheries and Marine Research - Ministry  of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of Ministers 
was given for the whole Operational Program and the schemes were approv ed individually by the 
Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate General for 
European  Programmes Coordination and Development.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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5. Form of subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 - 2020 and is  co-financed 
by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of the enterprises.  
7. Amount of subsidy  
Total payment 2019: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2020: EUR 0. 
8. Duration of subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2019 and expires in 2023.  
9. The trade effect of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES TO FISHERMAN'S VESSEL CAUSED BY ROUGH 
SEA (2019) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme for damages to fisherman's vessel, caused by rough sea.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to fisherman Andreas Petrou, due to damages caused 
to his vessel by rough sea.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional small -scale fisherman Andreas Petrou, for damages caused to his vessel "NIKOLAS" 
(LL2167), by rough sea.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
2015. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for  2019: EUR 6,000.00 . 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 6,000.00 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES CAUSED TO A FISHERMAN'S VESSEL, DUE TO 
HIS ARREST BY TURKISH ARMY (2019) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compe nsation scheme for damages caused to a fisherman's vessel, due to his arrest by Turkish 
army.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to small scale fisherman Neofytos Neofytou, for 
damages caused to his vessel "Ayios Raphael", due to his arrest by Turkish army.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry o f Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional small -scale fisherman Neofytos Neofytou, for damages caused to his vessel 
"Ayios  Raphael", due to his arrest by Turkish army.  
7. Duration of subs idy 
2015. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2019: EUR 3,800.00 . 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 3,800.00 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, for the damages on fishing gear caused by dolphins.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused by 
dolphins, on the fishing gear.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional fishermen of small scale fisheries.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2015 – 31 December 2019. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2019: EUR 580,474.00 . 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 580,474.00 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) NEW  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensati on scheme to fishermen, for the damages on fishing gear caused by dolphins.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused by 
dolphins, on the fishing gear.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional fishermen of small scale fisheries.  
7. Duration o f subsidy  
1 January 2019 – 31 December 2019. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2019: EUR 24,918.40 . 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 24,918.40 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL -SCALE FISHERMEN, DUE TO THE 
IMPACTS CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF VTTV JETTY IN VASILIKOS 
AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) (NEW)  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, due to the impacts caused by the cons truction and operation 
of VTTV jetty in Vasilikos area.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2019. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to the small scale fishermen, due to the impacts 
caused by the construction and operation of VTTV jetty in Vasilikos area.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agri culture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional small scale fishermen, who are affected by the construction and operation of VTTV jetty 
in Vasilikos area.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2019 – 31 December 2019. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2019: EUR 14,882.40 . 
Amount spent in 2019: EUR 14,882.40 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR SATELLITE COSTS AND TECHNICAL 
SUPPORT OF THE VMS AND ERS DEVICES, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (NEW)  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, for satellite costs and Technical Support of the VMS and ERS 
devices.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020.  
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the satellite costs and 
technical support of the VMS and ERS devices.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Profess ional fishermen of polyvalent vessels and trawlers.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2017 – 31 December 2018. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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8. Amount of subsidy  
Not a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2020: EUR 20,845.74 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 20,845.74 . 
9. The trade effects of the subs idy 
No effects on International trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (NEW)  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, for the damages on fishing gear caused by  dolphins.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused by 
dolphins, on the fishing gear.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional fishermen of small scale fisheries and polyvalent vessels.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2020 – 31 December 2020. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2020: EUR 167,180.90 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 167,180.90 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL SCALE FI SHERMEN, DUE TO THE 
IMPACTS CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF VTTV JETTY IN VASILIKOS 
AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020)(NEW)  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, due to the impacts caused by the construction and operation 
of VTTV jetty in Vasilikos area.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to the small scale fishermen, due to the impacts 
caused by the construction and operation of VTTV jetty in Vasilikos area.  
4. Author ity of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional small scale fishermen, who are affected by the construction and operation of VTTV jetty 
in Vasilikos area.  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2020 – 31 December 2020. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2020: EUR 14,882.40 . 
Amount spent in 2020: EUR 14,882.40 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND TRAWLERS, 
MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (NEW)  
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme  to fishermen of polyvalent vessels and trawlers, mooring in the port of 
Larnaca.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to polyvalent vessels and trawlers, which due to their 
maximum depth cannot  be accommodated in fishing shelters.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  
5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional fishermen for polyvalent vessels and trawlers, whose vessels cannot be accommodated 
in fishing shelters (due to their maximum depth).  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2017 – 31 December  2018. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co -funded scheme.  
Amount budg eted for 2017 -2018: EUR 21,343.91 . 
Amount spent in 2017 -2018: EUR 21,343.91 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
 COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND TRAWLERS, 
MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (NE W) 
1. Title of subsidy  
Compensation scheme to fishermen of polyvalent vessels and trawlers, mooring in the port of 
Larnaca.  
2. Period covered by notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to polyvalent vessels and trawlers, which due to their 
maximum depth cannot be accommodated in fishing shelters.  
4. Authority of subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and 
Environment.  G/SCM/N/372/EU/Add.5  
 
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5. Form of subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
Professional fishermen for polyvalent vessels and trawlers, whose vessels cannot be accommodated 
in fishing shelters (due to their maximum depth).  
7. Duration of subsidy  
1 January 2019 – 31 December 2021. 
8. Amount of subsidy  
NOT a co-funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2019 -2021: EUR 42,000.00 . 
Amount spent (until now) in 2019 - 2020: EUR 25,637.08 . 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
 
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