G/SCM/N/253/EU/Add.4  
 
29 July 2013  
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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 relates to subsidy programmes 
of Cyprus . 
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  CYPRUS  
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
 
1   SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS AND EXPORT 
TRAINING UNDER THE DE DIMINIMI S RULE, PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT 
COMPANIES PARTICIPATING IN TRADE FAIRS ABROAD, ORGANIZED BY THE 
MINISTRY OF COMMERCE, INDUSTRY AND TOURISM. ...................................................... 3  
2   SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS AND EXPORT 
TRAINING UNDER THE DE DIMINIMI S RULE, PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT 
COMPANIES PARTICIPATING IN TRAD E FAIRS ABROAD ON THEIR OWN 
EXPENSES ...................................................................................................................... .. 3 
3   SCHEME FOR THE SUBSIDISATION, UNDER THE DE MINIMIS RULE PROVIDED 
TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES CONDUCTING RE SEARCH OF FOREIGN MARKETS. .................... 4  
4   SCHEME FOR THE RELOCATION OF VERY SMALL ENTERPRISES IN APPROVED 
AREAS ......................................................................................................................... ..... 5 
5   SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF SMES COMPETITIVENESS IN THE 
MANUFACTURING SECTOR ............................................................................................... 6  
6   SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP ............................. 7  
7   SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ............................ 7  
8   ADDED VALUE ON AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY PRODUCTS - CREATION 
AND IMPROVEMENT OF MANUFACTURING AND TRADE UNITS OF AGRICULTURAL 
AND FORESTRY PRODUCTS  – MEASURE 1.6 ..................................................................... 8  
9   SCHEME FOR MANUFACTURING ENTERPRISES LOCATED WITHIN THE 
BRITISH BASES IN  CYPRUS ............................................................................................. 9  
10   GRANT FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ΗΑCCP SYSTEM IN THE FOOD 
AND DRINK INDUSTRY ................................................................................................... 10  
11   GRANT FOR STRENGTHENING THE LABORATORY INFRASTRUCTURE IN 
CYPRUS (SELECTA BLE AREAS) ....................................................................................... 11  
12   GRANT FOR STRENGTHENING THE LABORATORY INFRASTRUCTURE IN 
CYPRUS IN THE IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS ............................................................... 12  
13   GRANT FOR CONTROL QUALITY ABROAD (LABORATORY TESTING ABROAD) 
IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS ........................................................................................ 13  
14   PROMOTION OF HANDICRAFTS IN  THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS ................................ 14  
15   SCHEME OF ALLOWANCE TO FISHERMEN FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY 
DOLPHINS ...................................................................................................................... 14  
 
 
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  1  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS AND EXPORT 
TRAINING UNDER THE DE DIMINIMIS RU LE, PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES 
PARTICIPATING IN TRADE FAIRS ABROAD , ORGANIZED BY THE MINISTRY OF 
COMMERCE, INDUSTRY AND TOURISM. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Export Promotion of industrial products and export  training of companies, participating in Trade 
Fairs (in a National Pavilion) organized by the Ministry abroad. 
 2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012. 
 3. Policy objective 
 To promote Cyprus industrial products exhibited in Trade Fairs organized by the Ministry abroad 
and provide for export training. 
 
4. Authority of subsidy 
 Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - Annually approved by the Council of Ministers 
through the Government Budget. 
 5. Form of subsidy 
 The Ministry bears the rental costs of the exhibiti on area, the construction expenses of the stand 
and the transportation costs of the exhibits of the Cypriot companies participating in the National 
pavilion in Trade Fairs organized by the Ministry abroad.  
 6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
 
This incentive is provided to Cypriot companies participating in a National Pavilion in trade fairs 
organized by the Ministry abroad.   
7. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme is provided every year and is still in existence. 
 
8. Amount of subsidy 
 Amount budgeted for 2011: € 1.300.000. 
Amount budgeted for 2012: € 1.200.000. 
 Amount spent in 2011: € 1.261.602. 
Amount spent in 2012: € 1.170.970. 
 9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade.  2  SCHEME FOR EXPORT PROMOTION OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS AND EXPORT 
TRAINING UNDER THE DE DIMINIMIS RU LE, PROVIDED TO CYPRIOT COMPANIES 
PARTICIPATING IN TRADE FAIRS AB ROAD ON THEIR OWN EXPENSES. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Promotion of industrial products and export traini ng provided to Cypriot companies participating in 
Trade Fairs abroad on their own expenses. 
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  2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.  
3. Policy objective 
 
To promote Cyprus industrial products exhibite d in Trade Fairs abroad and provide for export 
training. 
 4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - Annually approved by the Council of Ministers 
through the Government Budget.  
5. Form of subsidy 
 
The Ministry covers 50% of the rental and construction costs of the stand etc up to a maximum 
of € 4.272 for non-bulky exhibits and up to € 10.252 for bulky exhibits. 
 6. To whom the subsidy is paid 
 
This incentive is provided to Cypriot companies participating in trade fairs abroad, on their own 
expenses.  
7. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme is provided every year and is still in existence. 
 
8. Amount of subsidy 
 Amount budgeted for 2011: € 300.000. 
Amount budgeted for 2012: € 150.000. 
 Amount spent in 2011: € 88.284. 
Amount spent in 2012: € 113.594. 
 9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade.  3  SCHEME FOR THE SUBSIDISATION, UNDER THE DE MINIMIS RULE PROVIDED TO  
CYPRIOT COMPANIES CONDUCTING RESEARCH OF FOREIGN MARKETS. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
A scheme for the subsidization of studies for market research for foreign markets. 
 2. Period covered by notification 
 2011 – 2012.  3. Policy objectives 
 To provide incentives to companies to penetrate foreign markets.  
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - Annually approved by the Council of Ministers 
through the Government Budget. 
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  5. Form of subsidy 
 
The Ministry covers the expenses for the air ticket up to a maximum amount of € 855 for two times per year and for different markets. 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 
To existing and newly established manufacturing industries. 
 7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in: 2011: € 4.479. 
 2012: € 5.734.  
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme is valid up to 31 December 2013. 
 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade. 
 
4  SCHEME FOR THE RELOCATION OF VERY SMALL ENTERPRISES IN APPROVED AREAS. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Scheme for the relocation of very small enterprises to authorized areas.  
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.  
3. Policy objectives 
 
The aim of the scheme is to encourage existing very small enterprises engaged in manufacturing 
or specific service activities, to move from residential areas to other authorized areas. 
 4. Authority of subsidy 
 Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - A pproved by the Council of Ministers Decision 
No. 68.508 dated 12 March 2009.  
5. Form of subsidy 
 
The amount, which will be granted if and when the application is approved, is calculated as 
follows: 
 
 On the eligible costs (cost of land and buildings) up to € 200.000 grant 15%, 
 On the eligible costs (cost of land and buildings) over € 200.001 grant 10%, 
 Maximum amount of grant per applicant € 40.000.   
 6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 Manufacturing units activated within residential areas before 1 January 2002.  
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in: 2011: € 298.311.  
 2012: € 496.756.  
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  8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme was introduced in 2009 and is valid up to the end of 2013.  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on international trade. 
 
5  SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF SMES COMPETITIVENESS IN THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Grant for the enhancement of SMEs competitiveness in the manufacturing sector.  
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 - 2012.   
 
3. Policy objectives 
 The main objective is to support, develop and promote the SMEs (micro, small and medium-sized 
enterprises) as well as specific handicraft uni ts through grants. Enterprises dealing with the 
processing of agricultural, fishing and forestry products are not covered by the Scheme.   
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - A pproved by the Council of Ministers Decision 
No. 65.914 dated 25 July 2007. 
 5. Form of subsidy 
 
The Scheme is included in the “Sustainable Development and Competitiveness” 2007-2013 and is 
financed by the European Regional Development Fund (85%) and the Cyprus Government (15%).  
The maximum grant per successful applicant (for  the period 2007 - 2013) is calculated as a 
percentage on the eligible amount of investment as follows:   
Category Unit size Grand 
% Maximum Grand for the 
period 2007 - 2013 
1 Micro 35 € 200.000 
2 Small 30 € 300.000 
3 Medium 25 € 400.000 
4 Units dealing with handcraft activities 
and employ up to three (3) persons 50 € 80.000 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 To existing and newly established manufacturing units.   
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in 2011: € 686.350. Total payment in 2012: € 519.388. 
 
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme was introduced in 2007 and expires in 2013.  
 9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade. G/SCM/N/253/EU/Add.4 
 
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  6  SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Grant for the enhancement of Youth Entrepreneurship. 
 
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012. 
 3. Policy objectives 
 
The aim of the programme is to develop, support  and encourage entrepreneurship by young men 
and women between the ages of 20 - 39, who wish to establish an enterprise in any economic activity (manufacturing, e-commerce, services and tourism in traditional buildings) except from 
the commerce. Emphasis is given in the development of new technologies, in the use of innovative 
methods of production and promotion of produc ts and services, in the growth of business 
skilfulness in the sector of environment and generally in the promotion of modern enterprising 
activities aiming at the creation dynamic and competitive enterprises. 
 The objectives of the project will be achieved with incentives in the form of financial aid and training seminars for new and sustainable micro enterprises. 
 
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - A pproved by the Council of Ministers Decision 
No. 66.769 dated 06/02/2008.  
5. Form of subsidy 
 
The Scheme is included in the “Sustainable Development and Competitiveness” 2007-2013 and is financed by the European Regional Development Fund (85%) and the Cyprus Government (15%). 
 
The percentage of the grant is up to 50% on the cost of eligible costs (equipment and special facilities, landscaping, training, promotion, marketing, other expenses and working capital) with a 
maximum of € 70.000 for the activities of processing and € 50.000 for other activities. 
 6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 To newly established businesses.   7. Amount of subsidy 
 Total payment in 2011: € 144,146. Total payment in 2012: € 91,117. 
 
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme was introduced in 2007 and expires in 2013.   
 9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on international trade. 
 7  SCHEME FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Grant for the enhancement of Female Entrepreneurship.   
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  2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.    
3. Policy objectives 
 
The aim of the programme is to develop, support and encourage entrepreneurship by women 
between the ages of 18 – 55, who wish to establish an enterprise in any economic activity 
(manufacturing, e-commerce, services and tourism in traditional buildings) except from the commerce. Emphasis is given in the development of new technologies, in the use of innovative methods of production and promotion of produc ts and services, in the growth of business 
skilfulness in the sector of environment and generally in the promotion of modern enterprising 
activities aiming at the creation dynamic and competitive enterprises.  
The objectives of the project will be achieved with incentives in the form of financial aid and 
training seminars for new and sustainable micro enterprises.  
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - A pproved by the Council of Ministers Decision 
No. 66.769 dated 06/02/2008. 
 
5. Form of subsidy 
 
The Scheme is included in the “Sustainable Development and Competitiveness” 2007 - 2013 and is 
financed by the European Regional Development Fund (85%) and the Cyprus Government (15%).  
The percentage of the grant is up to 50% on the cost of eligible costs (equipment and special 
facilities, landscaping, training, promotion, market ing, other expenses and working capital) with a 
maximum of € 70.000 for the activities of processing and € 50.000 for other activities.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 
To newly established businesses.  
 
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in 2011: € 51,790. 
Total payment in 2012: € 144,634.  8. Duration of subsidy 
 The scheme was introduced in 2007 and expires in 2013.    
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on international trade. 
 
8  ADDED VALUE ON AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY PRODUCTS - CREATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF MANUFACTURING AND TRADE UNITS OF AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY PRODUCTS – MEASURE 1.6 . 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Grant for the creation and improvement of manufacturing and trade units of agricultural and 
forestry products. 
 2. Period covered by notification 
 2011 - 2012.  G/SCM/N/253/EU/Add.4 
 
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  3. Policy objectives 
 
Main objective of the measure is to support existing and newly established SMEs engaged in manufacturing and trade of agricultural and forestry products.  
 
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism. 
 5. Form of subsidy 
 
The Measure is included in the "Rural Development Programme 2007-20132" and is co-financed by 
the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (50%) and the Cyprus Government (50%).  
The grant is estimated as 40% on the eligible amount of investment with a maximum of 
€ 170.000 for the Micro Enterprises and € 400.000 for the Small and Medium Enterprises (for the period 2007-2013).  
 
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). 
 The Cyprus Agricultural Payments Organisation has the responsibility of the actual payments. 
 
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in 2011: €2.216.180. 
Total payment in 2012: €1.962.569.  8. Duration of subsidy 
 The measure was introduced in 2008 and expires in 2013.    
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on international trade. 
 
9  SCHEME FOR MANUFACTURING ENTERPRISES LOCATED WITHIN THE BRITISH BASES IN CYPRUS. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Grant for manufacturing enterprises located within the British Bases in Cyprus.  
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.   
 
3. Policy objectives 
 The main objective is to support, develop and promote small and medium sized manufacturing 
enterprises (SMEs) as well as specific handicraft units. Enterprises dealing with the processing of 
agricultural, fishing and forestry products are not covered by the Scheme.   
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - A pproved by the Council of Ministers Decision 
No. 67.159 dated 2 May 2008.   
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  5. Form of subsidy 
 
The maximum grant per successful applicant (for  the period 2008 - 2013) is calculated as a 
percentage on the eligible amount of investment as follows:  
 
Category Unit size Grand % Maximum Grand for the 
period 2008-2013 
1 Small 35 €200.000 
2 Medium 25 €400.000 
3 Handicraft units employing up to three 
(3) persons 50 €80.000 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 To existing and newly established manufacturing units located within the British Bases in Cyprus.  
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in 2011: € 367.718. Total payment in 2012: € 213.101. 
 
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme was introduced in 2008 and expires in 2013.  
 9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
  No effects on international trade.    10  GRANT FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ΗΑCCP SYSTEM IN THE FOOD AND DRINK 
INDUSTRY. 
1. Title of Subsidy 
 
Hazard Analysis, Critical Control Points (HACCP) System, for the food and drink industry.  
 2. Period covered by Notification 
 2011 – 2012.    3. Policy Objective 
 Promotion of the implementation of the HACCP system (preventing measure for the hygienic quality of food and drink products).   
 
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - A pproved by the Council of Ministers (Decision 
No. 1178/2009 dated 5 November 2009).    5. Form of subsidy 
 The subsidy as a percentage of the eligible investment is 30% of the investment in new equipment used for the monitoring (chemical, physical, microbiological control points) of Critical Control 
Points (C.C.Ps). The amount of grant is limited to € 85.000 per applicant.  
 6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 To existing and newly established manufacturing units (food and drink industry) which are implementing the HACCP system and are regist ered with the appropriate authorities.  
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  7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in 2011: €891.018,87. Total payment in 2012: €1.366.170,61. 
 
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
From 1 January 2009 until 31 December 2010 (T he Grand has been terminated. Payments 
for 2011 and 2012 stated above refer to applications submitted before 31.12.2010).    9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade.  
11  GRANT FOR STRENGTHENING THE LABO RATORY INFRASTRUC TURE IN CYPRUS 
(SELECTABLE AREAS). 
1. Title of Subsidy 
 
Grant for strengthening the laboratory infrastructure in Cyprus.   2. Period covered by notification 
 2011 – 2012.    
3. Policy Objective 
 
The objective of the scheme is to encourage investments in laboratory equipment and introduction 
of quality assurance systems with the aim of accreditation of laboratories.  
 4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism.   
 5. Form of subsidy 
 The maximum amount that each  applicant/laboratory, is allowed under this plan, is € 400.000. 
This amount covers the following;  
 
i) Laboratory equipment  The subsidy for equipment is 15% plus an additional 10% if the company is of a medium size and 
an additional 10% if the company is of a small size. Maximum subsidy for the laboratory 
equipment is € 250.000.   
ii) Buildings 
 The subsidy for buildings is 15% of the expenditure plus an additional 10% if the company is of a 
medium size and an additional 10% if the company is of a small size, with maximum limit of 
€ 170 per square metre and € 100.000 in total.   iii) Accreditation 
 
The maximum subsidy for accreditation is € 40.000 and is divided into two categories:  
 
1) 50% of the cost for consulting serv ices with maximum limit of € 20.000.  
2) 50% of the cost for accreditation with maximum limit of € 20.000.   
iv) Feasibility Studies – e.g. techno-economical studies, business plan.  
 The maximum subsidy for the techno-economical study is 50% with a maximum limit of € 10.000 which is divided into two sections:  G/SCM/N/253/EU/Add.4 
 
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  1) 25% of the cost for the completion of the study, with a limit of € 5.000.  
2) 25% of the cost, with a limit of € 5.000 which will be given after the start of the plant.  
 6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 Beneficiaries are: existing and newly established laboratory units.   
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in: 2011: € 83.427,55.  2012: € 82.788,90. 
 
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme was introduced on the 24 September 2008 and was valid until the 31 December 2010. 
(The Grant has been terminated. Payments for 2011 and 2012 stated above refer to applications 
submitted before 31.12.2010). 
 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade.  
 
12  GRANT FOR STRENGTHENING THE LABORA TORY INFRASTRUCTURE IN CYPRUS IN 
THE IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS. 
1. Title of Subsidy 
 
Grant for strengthening the laboratory infrastructure in Cyprus.  
 
2. Period covered by notification 
 2011 – 2012.   
 
3. Policy Objective 
 
The objective of the scheme is to encourage investments in laboratory equipment and introduction 
of quality assurance systems with the aim of accreditation of laboratories.   
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism.    
5. Form of subsidy 
 
The maximum amount that each applicant/laborato ry, can obtain under this plan is € 200.000. 
This amount covers the following;  
 a. Laboratory equipment 
 
The subsidy for equipment is 30%. Maximum subsidy for the laboratory equipment is € 100.000.   b. Buildings 
 
The subsidy for buildings is 30% of the expenditur e with maximum limit of € 170 per square metre 
and € 68.000 in total. 
 
c. Accreditation  
The maximum subsidy for accreditation is € 32.000 and is divided into two categories:  
 i) 50% of the cost for consulting serv ices with maximum limit of € 20.000.  
ii) 50% of the cost for accreditation with maximum limit of € 12.000.  G/SCM/N/253/EU/Add.4 
 
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 
Beneficiaries are: existing and newly established laboratory units.   
7. Amount of subsidy 
 
Total payment in:  2011: € 410.698,53.  
    2012: € 219.658,48.  
 8. Duration of subsidy 
 
From 1 January 2008 until 31 December 2010 (The Grant has been terminated. Payments for 2011 
and 2012 stated above refer to applications submitted before 31.12.2010).  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on international trade.  
 
13  GRANT FOR CONTROL QUALITY ABROAD (LABORATORY TESTING ABROAD) IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS. 
1. Title of Subsidy 
 
Grant for Control of Quality (laboratory testing) abroad.   
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.   
 
3. Policy Objective 
 The objective of the scheme is to subsidise costs for quality control testing abroad, in the cases 
where such testing is not available in Cyprus.  
 4. Authority of subsidy 
 Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism.    
5. Form of subsidy 
 
The grant is 50% of the laboratory testing ab road. The grant is limited to € 187.946,15 per 
applicant/laboratory. The current subsidy plan was valid until the 31 December 2011.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 
Beneficiaries: existing and newly established laboratory units.  
 7. Amount of subsidy 
 Total payment in: 2011: € 8.250,00.     2012: € 41.510,35.    
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme was introduced on the 16 May 2007 and was valid until the 31 December 2011. (The 
Grant has been terminated. Payments for 2012 stated  above refer to applications submitted before 
31.12.2011).  
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on international trade.   G/SCM/N/253/EU/Add.4 
 
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  14  PROMOTION OF HANDICRAFTS IN THE FORM OF DE MINIMIS. 
1. Title of subsidy 
 
Promotion of Handicrafts. 
 
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.   
 3. Policy objective 
 
Promotion of Cypriot cultural inheritance through popular art.   
 4. Authority of subsidy 
 Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism - Funds annually approved by the Council of Ministers through the Government Budget. 
 
5. Form of subsidy 
 Training of local craftsmen and promotion of items made by them. 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is paid 
 
Local craftsmen (in the form of services).   
 7. Amount of subsidy 
 Total payment in 2011: € 1.305.000. Total payment in 2012: € 1.100.000.  
8. Duration of subsidy 
 
The scheme will be in existence until 31 December 2 0 1 3 .  O n  t h a t  d a t e  i t  w i l l  b e  r e - e x a m i n e d  
whether it will continue. 
 9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 No effects on international trade.  15  SCHEME OF ALLOWANCE TO FISHERMEN FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY DOLPHINS. 
1. Title of subsidy  
 
Scheme of allowance to fishermen for damages caused by dolphins. 
 
2. Period covered by notification 
 
2011 – 2012.   
 3. Policy objective 
 
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused by 
dolphins. It also aims for the protection of dolphi ns which are protected species, as it provides a 
financial motive for the fishermen to do so. 
 
4. Authority of subsidy 
 
Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of th e Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 
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  5. Form of subsidy 
 
Grant.  
6. To whom the subsidy is paid  
 
Professional fishermen of small scale fisheries and of polyvalent vessels. 
 
7. Duration of subsidy 
 1
st Aug 2007 – 31 st Dec 2013. 
 
8. Amount of subsidy  
 
It’s NOT a co-funded scheme. 
 Amount budgeted for 2011: € 530,000. 
Amount budgeted for 2012: € 10. 
 Amount spent in 2011: € 529,700. Amount spent in 2012: € 0. 
 
9. The trade effects of the subsidy 
 
No effects on International trade. 
  
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