G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
30 August 2023  
(23-5827) Page: 1/19 
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 
14 July 2023 relates to the subsidy programmes of Cyprus . 
 
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  Contents  
1   SCHEME FOR FISHING SPECIE S LAGOCEPHALUS SCELERATUS  - MEASURE  1.18I 
(ARTICLE  40.1 I REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ................................ .........................  4 
2   SCHEME FOR COMPENSATION FOR DAMAGE TO CATCHES CAUSED BY MARINE 
MAMMALS - MEASURE  1.19 (ARTICLE  40.1 Η REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  .............  4 
3   SCHEME FOR FUNDING EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO ENSURE THE TRANSMISSION  
 OF FISHING DATA -MEASURE  3.1 (ARTICLE  76 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ..........  5 
4   SCHEME FOR INVESTME NTS ON FISHING VESSELS - 4:17 PMMEASURE  1.8 
(ARTICLE  32 REG.  508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ................................ ..............................  6 
5   SCHEME FOR MITIGATION OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF 
FISHING VESSELS - MEASURE  1.20 (ARTICLE  41.1 REG. 508/20 14-EMFF  2014 -2020)  .... 7 
6   SCHEME FOR PRODUCTIVE INVESTMENT IN AQUACULTURE - MEASURE  2.2 
(ARTICLE  48.1 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ................................ ...........................  8 
7   SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS IN THE PROCESSING OF FISHERIES P RODUCTS - 
MEASURE  5.4 (ARTICLE  69 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ................................ .........  9 
8   SCHEME FOR PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR REPELLING MARINE PROTECTED 
SPECIES - MEASURE  1.18C (ARTICLE  40.1 C REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ..............  9 
9   SCHEME FOR THE TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES -  
MEASURE  1.9 (ARTICLE  33 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ................................ ....... 10 
10   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)  ................................ ..... 11 
11   SCHEME FOR FUNDING INVESTMENTS FOR THE MODERNIZATION OF FISH  
TAVERNS AND UPGRADE THE QUALITY IN FOOD SERVISES - MEASURE  4.3 
(ARTICLE  63.1B REG.  508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  ................................ .......................  12 
12   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)  ................................ ................................ .................  13 
13   SCHEME FOR THE TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES - 
ACTION 1.3.1.1 (ARTICLE  21 REG. 1139/2021 -EMFAF  2021 -2027 ) (NEW)  ....................  14 
14   COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES TO FISHERMAN'S VESSEL CAUSED  
BY ROUGH SEA (2019) (ENDED)  ................................ ................................ ....................  15 
15   COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES CAUSED TO A FISHERMAN'S VESSEL,  
DUE TO HIS ARREST BY TURKISH ARMY (2019) (ENDED)  ................................ ..............  15 
16   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  
GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (ENDED)  ...............  15 
17   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  
GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) (ENDED)  ...............  15 
18   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL SCALE FISHERMEN,  
DUE TO THE IMPACTS C AUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF VTTV  
JETTY IN VASILIKOS AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) (ENDED)  ..................  15 
19   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR SATELLITE COSTS AND  
TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF THE VMS AND ERS DEVICES, IN THE FORM OF  
DE MINIMIS  (2020) (ENDED)  ................................ ................................ ........................  15 
20   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  
GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (ENDED)  ...............  15 
21   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) (ENDED)  .........  15 G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  22   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND  
TRAWLERS, MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (ENDED)  ...............................  15 
23   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND  
TRAWLERS, MOORING IN THE PORT OF  LARNACA (2020) (ENDED)  ...............................  15 
24   COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING  
GEAR CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2021) (NEW)  ..................  15 
25   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  (2021) (NEW)  ............  16 
26   COMPENSATION SCH EME TO SMALL SCALE FISHERMEN, FOR THE ADDITIONAL  
COST UNDERTAKEN BY THEM FOR MOORING THEIR VESSELS, DUE TO THE  
ON-GOING WORK IN THE "LIOPETRI" FISHING SHELTER, IN THE FORM OF  
 DE MINIMIS (2021)(NEW)  ................................ ................................ ............................  17 
27   COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES CAUSED TO A FISHERMAN'S VESSEL,  
BY TURKISH ARMY, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2022) (NEW)  ................................ .. 18 
28   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  (2022)(NEW)  .............  18 
 
 
 
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  1  SCHEME FOR FISHING SPECIES LAGOCEPHALUS SCELERATUS  - MEASURE  1.18I 
(ARTICLE  40.1 I REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant for fishing species Lagocephalus sceleratus.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2016-2023.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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 sceleratus , common name 
puffer fish, aiming mai nly 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. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research  – Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 Growth, Ministry of Finance.  
5. Form of the 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%). 
The grant is EUR 3 per kilo of fish ( Lagocephalus sceleratus ). 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to the fishermen's collective group representative.  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 126,855 ( CY contribution: EUR 31,713.75, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 95,141.25). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 96,060 ( CY contribution: EUR 24,015, EMFF  contribution:  EUR 72,045). 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The first call for the scheme was for the period 2016 -2018.  The second call for the scheme is for 
the period 2019 -2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
2  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 the subsidy programme  
Compensation grand to fishermen, for damage to catches caused by mammals (dolphins) 
protected by Directives 92/43/EEC and 2009/147/EC.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
2015-2023.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
In order to protect and restore marine biodiversity and ecosystems in the framework  of 
sustainable fishing activities, with the participation of fishermen, the EMFF gives financial support 
to the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused on fishing catches by dolphins.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 t he Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate 
General Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operational Programme "Thalassa" 2014 -2020 and is co -financed 
by the European Maritime and F isheries Fund (EMFF) (75%) and the Cyprus Government (25%).  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale and polyvalent vessel).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amo unt or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 294,887.70 (CY contribution: EUR 73,721.92, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 221,165.78). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 145,856.50 (CY contribution: EUR 36,464.12, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 109,392.38). 
8. Duration of the 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.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
3  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 the subsidy programme  
Grant for funding electronic equipment necessary to ensure the transmission of fishing data for 
fisheries control purposes.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2014-2023.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the Scheme is to support the supply of electronic equipment to enterprises 
involved i n the fisheries and marketing of fisheries products sectors to ensure the transmission of G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  information relevant to fisheries control, recording and reporting systems in order to achieve 
effective control of fisheries activities.  
4. Background and authority for  the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the approval by the Council of 
Ministers was given for the whole Operational Program and t he schemes were approved 
individually by the Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate 
General Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale and polyvalent vessel).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases  where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 7,806 ( CY contribution: EUR 780.60, EMFF contribution:  EUR 7,025.40). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 13,738.46 (CY contribution: EUR 1,373.85, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 12.364,61) . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2016 and expires in 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
4  SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS ON  FISHING VESSELS  - 4:48 PM  MEASURE  1.8 
(ARTICLE  32 REG.  508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant for the modernization of fishing vessels for the improvement of working conditions, safety, 
hygiene and health.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2018-2022.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
In order to improve hygiene, health, safety and working conditions for fishermen, the EMFF 
supports investments on board or in individual equipment provide d that those investments go 
beyond the requirements under Union or national law.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 Growth, Ministry of F inance . G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 95,047.80 (CY contribution: EUR 23,761.95, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 71,285.85). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 39,168.86 (CY contribution: EUR 9,792.21, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 29,376.65). 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2018 and expired in 2022.  
9. Statistic al data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
5  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 the subsidy programme  
Grant for the modernization of fishing vessels in order to mitigate the effects of climate change 
and to improve the energy efficiency of fishing vessels.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2018-2022.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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 eff iciency of fishing vessels.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
The measure is included i n 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scal e, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 39,393.40 (CY contribution: EUR 9,848.35, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 29,545.05). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 10,761.88 (CY contribution: EUR 2,690.47, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 8,071.41). 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2018 and expired in 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the su bsidy 
No effects on international trade.  
6  SCHEME FOR PRODUCTIVE INVESTMENT IN AQUACULTURE  - MEASURE  2.2 
(ARTICLE  48.1 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant for funding productive investments in aquaculture.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2016-2023. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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 p ossible 
establishment of new ones and the modernization of facilities and equipment.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 wer e approved 
individually by the Managing Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate 
General Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of aquaculture units.  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total am ount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 0.  
Total payment 2022: EUR 1,740,235.95 (CY contribution: EUR 435,058.99, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 1,305,176.96). 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2016 and expired in 2023.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
7  SCHEME FOR INVESTMENTS IN THE PROCESSING OF FISHERIES PRODUCTS  - 
MEASURE  5.4 (ARTICLE  69 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant for funding investments in processing of fisheries products.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2020-2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research – Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of processing enterprises.  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 0. 
Total payment 2022: EUR 143,012.84 (CY contribution: EUR 35,753.21, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 107,259.63). 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expired in 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
8  SCHEME FOR PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR REPELLING MARINE PROTECTED 
SPECIES - MEASURE  1.18C (ARTICLE  40.1 C REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014 -2020)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant fo r funding the purchase or the installation of equipment for repelling marine protected 
species (dolphins) and preventing the accidental catching on fishermen nets.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
2020-2023.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
In order to contribute to a better management or conservation of 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 an d prevent their accidental catch on 
nets. 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to professional fishermen (small scale, polyvalent vessel, trawlers).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 14,834.20 (CY contribution: EUR 3,708.55, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 11,125.65). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 12,916.80 (CY contribution: EUR 3,229.20, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 9,687.60). 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expired in 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
9  SCHEME FOR THE TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES - MEASURE  1.9 
(ARTICLE  33 REG. 508/2014 -EMFF  2014-2020)   
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
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 the notification  
2020. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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 disrup tion and reduced consumer demand.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  and 
Environment. At first the Scheme was approved by the Managing Authority of the Operation al 
Programme which is the Directorate General Growth, Ministry of Finance and then the Council of 
Ministers was given the final approval with the decision number 89.177 (8 April 2020) and 
additional decision number 90.910 (25 February 2021).  
5. Form of the su bsidy 
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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to pro fessional fishermen (small scale and polyvalent vessel).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 352,500 ( CY contribution: EUR 88,125, EMFF  contribution:  
EUR 264,375). 
Total payment 2022: EUR 0.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expired in 2021.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
10  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)   
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Compensation Plan for aquaculture units for the temporary suspension or reduction of 
production/catches in order to mitigate the effects of the Covid -19 outbreak in the aquaculture 
sector.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2020. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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 redu ced consumer demand.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  and 
Environment. At first the Scheme was approved by the Managing Authority of the Operational 
Programme which is the Directorate General Growth, Ministry of Finance  and then the Council of 
Ministers was given the final approval with the decision number 89.631 (24 June 2020).  
5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to aquaculture units.  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this i s not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 409,081.51 (CY contribution: EUR 102,270.38, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 306,811.13) 
Total payment 2022: EUR 4,917.65 (CY contribution: EUR 1,229.41, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 3,688.24) 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2020 and expired in 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
11  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)   
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant for the modernization of fish taverns and upgrade  the quality in food services.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2019-2023. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The main objective is the co -funding of actions that are relevant to upgrading the quality 
standards on existing fish taverns, the u se of fresh products, promote economically viable 
enterprises, environmentally friendly and improving the information provided, and the quality and 
food safety for the consumers.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine  Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  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 Man aging Authority of the Operational Programme which is the Directorate 
General Growth, Ministry of Finance . G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of  the enterprises ( fish taverns).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 330,335.29 (CY contribution: EUR 82,583.82, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 247,751.47) 
Total payment 2022: EUR 188,155.38 (CY contribution: EUR 47,038.84, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 141,116.54) 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2019 and expires in 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
12  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)   
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Grant for funding investments in marketing and processing of fisheries and aquaculture products . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
2019-2023. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development  and 
Environment. Regarding the schemes for the fisheries sector, the appro val 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 Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the 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 and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to the owners of the enterprises . G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 537,383.37 (CY contribution: EUR 134,345.84, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 403,037.53) 
Total payment 2022: EUR 425,632.37 (CY contribution: EUR 106,408.09, EMFF contribution:  
EUR 319,224.28) 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2019 and expires in 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
13  SCHEME FOR THE TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES -ACTION 1.3.1.1 
(ARTICLE  21 REG. 1139/2021 -EMFAF  2021 -2027 ) (NEW ) 
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
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 the notification  
2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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 consum er demand.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research -Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development 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 Growth, Ministry of Finance . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
The measure is included in the Operationa l Programme "Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture " 
2021-2027 and is co -financed by the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) 
(70%) and the Cyprus Government (20%).  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is paid to professio nal fishermen (polyvalent vessel).  
7. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Total payment 2021: EUR 0.  
Total payment 2022: EUR 123,855.30 (CY contribution: EUR 37,156.59, EMFAF contribution:  
EUR 86,698.71). G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  8. Duration of the subsidy  
The scheme was introduced in 2022 and expired in 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on international trade.  
14  COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMA GES TO FISHERMAN 'S VESSEL CAUSED BY 
ROUGH SEA (2019) (ENDED)  
15  COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES CAUSED TO A FISHERMAN 'S VESSEL, DUE 
TO HIS ARREST BY TURKISH ARMY (2019) (ENDED)  
16  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (ENDED)  
17  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2019) (ENDED)  
18  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) (ENDED)  
19  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR SATELLITE COSTS AND TECHNIC AL 
SUPPORT OF THE VMS AND ERS DEVICES, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (ENDED)  
20  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2020) (ENDED)  
21  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL -SCALE F ISHERMEN, DUE TO THE 
IMPACTS CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF VTTV JETTY IN 
VASILIKOS AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS (2020) (ENDED)  
22  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND TRAWLERS, 
MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (ENDE D) 
23  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF POLYVALENT VESSELS AND TRAWLERS, 
MOORING IN THE PORT OF LARNACA (2020) (ENDED)  
24  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN, FOR THE DAMAGES ON FISHING GEAR 
CAUSED BY DOLPHINS, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2021) (NEW)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, for the damages on fishing gear caused by dolphins.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2021. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused by 
dolphins, on the fishing gear.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development 
and Environment.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Professional fishermen of small -scale fisheries . 
7. Duration of the subsidy  
01/01/2021 -31/12/2021 . 
8. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Not a co-funded scheme.   
Amount budgeted for 2021: EUR 166,402.20. 
Amount spent in 2021: EUR 164,784.90. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
25  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERM EN 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  (2021) (NEW)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, due to the impacts caused by t he construction and operation 
of VTTV jetty in Vasilikos area.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2021. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of  the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development 
and Environment.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Professional small -scale fishermen , who are affected by the construction and operation of VTTV 
jetty in Vasilikos area.  
7. Duration of the subsidy  
01/01/2021 -31/12/2021 .  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  8. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Not a co-funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2021: EUR 14,055.60. 
Amount spent in 2021: EUR 14,055.60. 
 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
26  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO SMALL SCALE FISHERMEN, FOR THE ADDITIONAL COST 
UNDERTAKEN BY THEM FOR MOORING THEIR VESSELS, DUE TO THE ON-GOING WORK 
IN THE "LIOPETRI " FISHING SHELTER, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS (2021)(NEW)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Compensation scheme to small scale fishermen, for the additional cost undertaken by them for 
mooring their vessels, due to the on -going work in the "Liopetri " Fishing Shelter.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2021. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to the small -scale fishermen, due to the on -going 
work in the "Liopetri " fishing shelter. The shelter became inaccessible for the existing fishermen.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Depart ment of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development 
and Environment.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Professional small -scale fishermen , who are affected by the on -going work in the "Liopetri " Fishing 
Shelter.  
7. Duration of the subsidy  
01/01/2021 -31/12/2021 . 
8. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Not a co-funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2022: EUR 12,100.00 
Amount spent in 2022: EUR 12,100.00 G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
27  COMPENSATION SCHEME FOR DAMAGES CAUSED TO A FISHERMAN 'S VESSEL, BY 
TURKISH ARMY, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2022) (NEW)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Compensation scheme for damages caused to a fisherman 's vessel, by Turkish army.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Scheme aims to provide financial support to vessel "Maria Bouboulina ", for replacing his 
electronic equipment, after its damage by Turkish army.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Minis try of Agriculture, Rural Development 
and Environment.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Professional polyvalent vessel "Maria Bouboulina ", due to the damages cost by Turkish army.  
7. Duration of the subsidy  
2022. 
8. Subsidy per  unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Not a co-funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2022: EUR 25,000.00 (approved by Council of Ministers) . 
Amount spent in 2022: EUR 0. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
28  COMPENSATION SCHEME TO FISHERMEN OF SMALL -SCALE FISHERMEN, DUE TO THE 
IMPACTS CAUSED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF VTTV JETTY IN 
VASILIK OS AREA, IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS  (2022)(NEW)  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Compensation scheme to fishermen, due to the impacts caused by the construction and operation 
of VTTV jetty in Vasilikos area.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.5  
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
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. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development 
and Environment.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Professional small -scale fishermen , who are affected by the construction and  operation of VTTV 
jetty in Vasilikos area.  
7. Duration of the subsidy  
01/01/2022 -31/12/2022 . 
8. Subsidy per unit , or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
Not a co-funded scheme.  
Amount budgeted for 2022: EUR 14,055.60 (approved by the Council of Ministers) . 
Amount spent in 2022: EUR 14,055.60 (paid in 2023: EUR 14,055.60). 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy  
No effects on International trade.  
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