Romanian Government Approves State Aid Scheme to Reduce Diesel Excise Duty in Aquaculture Sector

The Government of Romania has adopted a decision amending and supplementing Government Decision No. 523/2023, thereby introducing a state aid scheme aimed at reducing the excise duty on diesel fuel used in the aquaculture sector.

This measure supports aquaculture operators by reimbursing the difference between the standard and reduced excise duty rates for the quantities of diesel fuel used in sector-specific activities in 2024 and 2025.

💰 State Aid Rates

According to the updated regulation, the unitary amount of aid is set as follows:

• For 2024:
• January 1 – June 30: 1.746 lei/liter
• July 1 – December 31: 2.079 lei/liter
• For 2025:
• 2.213 lei/liter

📊 Budget Allocations

• 2024: 500,000 lei
• 2025: 1,500,000 lei These amounts are included in the budget of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

🎯 Objectives of the Scheme

The state aid scheme aims to:

• Lower production costs for aquaculture operators,
• Enhance the sector’s economic viability,
• Encourage continuity of fish farming activities,
• Offset the negative impact of rising energy prices,
• Maintain competitiveness at both national and EU level.