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CERC NETWORK

The CERC NETWORK offer for Chamber members focuses on business synergies, professional development and legislative support in the key area of ​​recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS).

1. Expert and professional services

  • Access to know-how: Provision of up-to-date technological and scientific information in the field of RAS (new filters, energy savings, feed mixtures) through the Scientific Council.

  • Training and workshops: Organization of specialized seminars, training courses and excursions to leading RAS farms (also abroad) to improve the qualifications of operational personnel and management.

  • Professional advice: Possibility of consultations with Chamber experts (Scientific Council) in the areas of fish health, breeding optimization and sustainability.

  • Standardization: Cooperation in the creation and promotion of uniform industry standards for quality and animal welfare.

2. Business synergy and marketing

  • Networking: Regular Member meetings and conferences, which serve to establish business contacts (B2B) and share experiences with other RAS farm operators and technology suppliers.

  • Joint purchasing/logistics: Possibility of negotiating more favorable conditions for bulk purchasing of key inputs, such as feed mixtures, technologies or energy.

  • Marketing and promotion: Joint promotion of the "CERC QUALITY" brand and raising awareness of the quality and sustainability of breeding.

  • Databases and networks: Access to a directory of members and key partners throughout the Central European region.

3. Legislative support and representation

  • Lobbying: active representation of the interests of Chamber members towards national governments and EU institutions (e.g. on issues of the State Veterinary Administration, the environment and subsidy policy).

  • Subsidy management: Timely information on available subsidy titles from EU funds (e.g. OP Fisheries, Modernization Fund) and assistance in their administration.

  • Legislative monitoring: Regular overview of new legislation and its impacts on the operation of RAS farms (e.g. water protection, emission standards).

  • Legal support: Possibility of obtaining basic legal advice in relation to industry regulations.