Regulation on the implementation of measure I.9. "Temporary cessation of fishing activities" with bottom trawls in 2021 and 2022.

This Regulation prescribes the implementation of support within measure I.9 "Temporary cessation of fishing activities" for trawlers in 2021 and 2022. This regulation is in line with the European Union’s Priority 1 “Promoting sustainable fisheries and the restoration and conservation of biological resources” as part of the implementation of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Program of the Republic of Croatia for the programming period 2021-2027.
To be eligible for support during the temporary cessation, certain conditions must be met, including that the fishing vessel must have a valid license, be in operation, and be registered in the Register of Fishing Vessels. The selection criteria for Measure I.9 “Temporary Cessation of Fishing Activities” for trawlers within the Maritime and Fisheries Program of the Republic of Croatia for the programming period 2021-2027 include gross tonnage of the vessel, engine power, and catch quantity. Points are awarded based on these criteria, with a maximum of 9 points per criterion.