CIAC 2025 Schedule
System Open for Entry:Apr. 15
System Registration Closed:Sep. 15
Judging Deadline:Oct. 15
Results Announcement:Oct. 20
CIAC 2025 Live Events:
Nov. 13CIAC International Master Aquascaping Show
Natural Aquascaping Master Demonstration (Hall 11.3)
Open Aquascaping Live Finals Begin!Nov. 14CIAC 2025 Award Ceremony(Hall 11.3)
Award Presentation, Judge Commentary, Entry Interactions
CIAC 2025 Celebration Gala DinnerNov. 15Industry Professional Training Seminars
Nov. 16Sponsor Booth Visits & Networking
Nov. 16Sponsor Booth Visits & Networking
Post-Competition ActivityGuangdong Aquatic Business Tour
CIAC 2025 AWARDS
Aquascaping Group
Gold Prize (1 Entry)
¥50,000 RMB，Trophy ，Certificate
Round-trip airfare to Guangzhou、2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Exclusive access to CIAC International Master Aquascaping Show
Silver Prize (1 Entry)
¥15,000 RMB，Trophy， Certificate
Round-trip airfare to Guangzhou、2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Exclusive access to CIAC International Master Aquascaping Show
Bronze Prize (1 Entry)
¥10,000 RMB，Trophy ，Certificate
Round-trip airfare to Guangzhou、2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Exclusive access to CIAC International Master Aquascaping Show
4th–10th Place (7 Entries)
Award Certificate
2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
11th–30th Place (20 Entries)
Award Certificate
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour.
Best Aquatic Plant Prize
(For single plant specimens or clusters - e.g., Cryptocoryne, Rotala clusters. Whole tank photos not required)
Gold Prize (1 Entry)
¥5,000 RMB，Trophy，Certificate
Round-trip airfare to Guangzhou、2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Silver Prizes (3 Entries)
¥2,000 RMB ，Trophy ，Certificate
2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour.
Bronze Prizes (5 Entries)
¥1,000 RMB，Trophy，Certificate
2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour.
Merit Prizes (20 Entries)
Trophy + Certificate
Judging Panel
Law Wilson (Singapore)
Chen Youlin (Taiwan Province, China)
Wang Haiquan (Niteli, China)
Cui Bin (Nanmei Aquatics, China)
Chen Yaming (Crazy Aquatics, China)
Grading Criteria
| Category | Criteria | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Health | Growth condition, color vibrancy, vitality, and overall visual appeal | 60 |
| Maintenance | Tank parameters: Lighting/CO₂/Temperature/Nutrition/Water Quality/Algae Control | 30 |
| Photography | Composition (close-up detail, overall aesthetics) | 10 |
Best Biotope Configuration Prize
(For fish groups or biotope configurations - emphasizes ecological harmony and aquatic product promotion)
Gold Prize (1 Entry)
¥5,000RMB
Trophy + Certificate
Round-trip airfare to Guangzhou
2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Silver Prize (1 Entry)
¥2,000RMB
Trophy + Certificate
2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Bronze Prize (1 Entry)
¥1,000RMB
Trophy + Certificate
2 nights' hotel accommodation
Guangdong Aquatic Business Tour
Judging Panel
Li Qing, Second-Level Researcher, National Aquatic Technology Extension Station (China)
Wang Zuowei, President, China Aquatic Products Association - Miniature Fish Branch
Luo Gang, Senior Engineer, National Aquatic Technology Extension Station (China)
Mou Xidong, Researcher, Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, CAFS (China)
Jorge Garcia, Owner, National Wide Aquatics (USA)
Grading Criteria
| Category | Criteria Details | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Water Ecology | Water quality stability Filtration system efficiency Water flow design | 30 |
| Habitat Harmony | Compatibility between aquascape style and species' natural behavior (e.g., shelter needs, lighting requirements) Integration of landscape layers with animal activity spaces | 30 |
| Biodiversity | Scientific fauna/flora combinations (e.g., cleaner species, symbiotic relationships) Avoidance of aggressive/competitive species Strategic introduction of rare/specialized species | 20 |
| Sustainability | Low-maintenance design (e.g., self-sustaining systems, easy-care species) Long-term ecological stability (e.g., algae control) | 20 |
Note: Judges may request verification documentation to confirm species compatibility and habitat claims.
CIAC 2025 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Submission Checklist
Aquarium configuration checklist including:
Water parameters (tank dimensions, pH, hardness, etc.)
Species/quantities of fauna/flora used
Equipment specifications (filtration, lighting, CO₂ systems)
Video/photo documentation (3–5 mins) demonstrating:
Biotope activity patterns
Ecosystem harmony and behavioral interactions
2. Judging Process
Phase 1: Preliminary Screening
Organizing committee verifies ecological compliance and technical completeness
Phase 2: Expert Evaluation
Judging panel composed of aquatic ecologists, aquascape designers, and ichthyologists assess entries based on scoring criteria
CIAC 2025 RULES
1.Eligibility: Open to global aquascapers; entries completed between 2024–2025 accepted
2.Photo Requirements:
Front-facing high-definition established scape photos only (oblique angles/partial tank shots disqualified)
Unedited JPEG files ≥300 DPI
3.Submission Format:
1 scape photo + 1 photo of entrant with tank (per category)
File size: 3MB–5MB each
4.File Handling: Organizers may compress images for web display; original high-res files required for award reproduction
5.Copyright: Top 100 entries' copyright transferred to organizers (CIPS & CFAA)
6.Final Authority: All decisions subject to final interpretation by CIAC Organizing Committee