European funds
EU funding for tourism and recreation in Romania’s villages is waiting to be grabbed
EU funding is available for all sorts of projects in Romania, and this week we look at funding options for those interested in setting up recreational facilities for tourists in Romania’s villages. The line 313-FEADR-EU funds, coordinated by the Ministry of Agriculture, finances 85 percent, up to a maximum EUR 100,000, boarding houses in rural [...]
Commissioner Hahn: Romania needs to spend EUR 30 mln a week to get more EU funding from 2014
Romania will have to attract EUR 30 million in European funds every week until the end of this year, to make sure it will get the same level of structural funds from 2014 to 2010, said Johannes Hahn, EU’s Commissioner for Regional Policy (in picture left), who recently met Romanian PM Mihai Razvan Ungureanu in [...]
Romania opens EUR 176 million financing line for planting forests
The Payments Agency for Rural Development and Fishery will open a EUR 176 million financing line for all those who want to plant forest on agricultural lands in Romania. No co-financing is needed for the financing line and funds will be disbursed over four sessions, with EUR 44 million up for grabs during each session. [...]
EU funds for investments in Romania’s agriculture: main information for submitting projects
The European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (called FEADR in Romania) will finance agriculture projects in Romania until 2013. The next session for submitting projects on this line will open at the beginning of next year- 2012. By Roxana Mircea The funds that are given through the line 121 are for: Building and /or modernisation [...]
The charm of rural Romania, closer to tourists through EU money for village guesthouses
Village life in Romania is appealing to many tourists, especially to foreigners who want to discover the unspoiled, traditional life. As with all areas, investments in guesthouses in rural Romania require money, but in this case, money can be made easier available by applying for EU funding, through a line dedicated for such projects. Shareholders [...]
Several beaches in Romania to be restored with EUR 150 mln from European funds
The Romanian Dobrogea Litoral Basin Water Administration (ABADL) wants to restore the Romanian beaches of Mamaia, Constanta and Eforie, which were affected by coastal erosion. This project will have EUR 150 million from European funds. The works could take two to three years, from the moment the revamping process will start. “We estimate that in [...]
EU funding: new investments in Romania’s villages can get up to EUR 0.2 mln
New firms may receive 70% not refundable, 200.000 euro for investments in villages on EU funds-line 312 FEADR. For investments in Romania’s villages, in areas like production, services (medical, beauty), all activities except agriculture and tourism, new firms can receive 70 percent non- refundable, maximum EUR 200.000 euro to build a warehouse and to buy [...]
European funding for projects of at least EUR 5 million in Romania
A European funding session which provides financing for projects over EUR 5 million is currently open and is suitable for hotels, clinics and hospitals, among others. There are EUR 200 million allotted for this line. By Roxana Mircea General conditions In December 2010, the Government Decision 1680/2008 was changed so that the minimum value of [...]
How to successfully write and implement EU-funded projects in Romania
Romania still has the option to develop projects using European Union non-reimbursable funding. This is an opportunity for existing or new business owners, but as with any bureaucratic process, this too requires knowledge and patience. Some tips, as the ones we’ll give below and future articles in this section will be of help. By Roxana [...]
Getting EU funds in Romania: a practical approach
Companies interested in European funding may apply in the frame of different operational programs like Increase of Economic Competitiveness, Human Resources Development, National Program for Rural Development or the Regional Operational Program. See our recent articles here. We’ve listed some practical issues applicants should know, as well as some useful contacts for each area of interest.
EU funds for Romania’s research and development sector: over EUR 600 mln available by 2013
Investment in research and development is one of the essential ingredients required to generate economic growth. EU funds are available for R&D activities as well, and Romania-Insider.com looks at the main features of the EU funds for research and development, as well as at several foreign investments in the Romanian R&D sector.
Increasing competitiveness with EU Funds: the energy sector
The use of renewable energy sources, the increase in energy efficiency and a clean and safe energy infrastructure are all challenges that once accomplished might boost Romanian productivity and thus competitiveness. Romania-insider.com looks at the structural funds for economic competitiveness and at the companies that got them.
EU funds for HR close to EUR 2 bln this year – see what companies got EU funding in Romania
Faced with the current international financial crisis, most companies have given up on their human resources development programs. But the alternative of using European Union funding could allow companies to train their staff or develop HR programs, as Romania has access to a large amount of European funding dedicated to human resources. Romania-Insider.com looks at funds for HR and at the companies that got them.
EU funds for Romania’s agriculture; foreign investments in agriculture
With its EU accession in 2007, Romania has gained access to much needed financing alternatives in agriculture; the main sources of funding are the direct payments and those through the National Program for Rural Development. The proper use of the financing for the farming sector could trigger a more competitive Romanian agriculture, the increase in the number of jobs in rural areas, as well as the sustainable development of rural areas. Romania-Insider.com looks at the main features of the EU funds for agriculture, an area which could become one of the country’s competitive advantages if properly taken care of, as well as at several foreign investments in Romanian agriculture.
EU funds for Romania: main financing programs for the public sector
The EU structural funds absorption represents an opportunity to sustain economic growth and to reduce the development gap, which under the circumstances of international financial crisis becomes a new challenge for Romania. Romania-insider.com takes a look at the operational programs designed to improve the economic and social conditions in Romania.
EU funds for Romania: main financing programs
Romania’s EU membership enables companies to seek financial support from the EU through structural and cohesion funds. Romania-insider.com starts a new series of articles providing information about European funds, the way companies and individuals can access them, as well as practical advice for those interested in making a successful project. Firstly, let’s look at what are the main categories of funds available from the EU.
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