Cyprus is doubling down on its commitment to a greener, more competitive maritime sector, with a renewed push to enhance the Cyprus flag’s standing on the international stage, Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis said this week during a policy briefing in Nicosia. “Our goal is to create a dynamic ecosystem and shape a sustainable, competitive environment for Cypriot shipping,” […]
Real estate sales in Cyprus rose by 12 per cent in the first four months of 2025 compared with the same period last year. In addition, figures for the month of April showed a slight nationwide increase despite small drops in Larnaca and Paphos. According to data from the Department of Land and Surveys, 1,404 property transactions were recorded across the island in April 2025, […]
The number of unemployed persons registered at district labour offices across Cyprus stood at 8,118 at the end of April 2025, according to the latest data released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Based on seasonally adjusted figures, which account for regular fluctuations over the course of a year, the number of registered unemployed decreased to 9,655 in April 2025 from 10,035 […]
Cyprus aims to produce defence-related products, not only buy them, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. He made the remarks while attending the Defea (Defence Exhibition Athens) event taking place in the Greek capital. He toured the exhibition and visited the Cyprus kiosk. “I am glad that this year the participating Cypriot defence industry companies […]
A summit to showcase Cyprus as an attractive international business centre for corporates and their employees, as well as high net worth and affluent individuals, has gotten underway in Tel Aviv, Israel. The “7th Doing Business in Cyprus Summit: Cyprus – The ultimate hub for business work and Lifestyle”, organised by IMH and Invest Cyprus, […]
The Cyprus Integrity Forum is organising its Anniversary Annual General Assembly on Monday, 2 June, at 17:00, at the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) building. The event will include a presentation of the organization’s work during 2024, as well as an outline of its major planned initiatives for 2025. In addition, the following […]
Passenger traffic at Cyprus’ airports has topped the one million mark by April for the first time in history, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works has announced. It said that Larnaka and Pafos airports welcomed 1,157,414 passengers throughout April 2025, recording an increase of 20.66% compared to the same month in 2024, and that for the January […]
BoC now tops Greek and Cypriot banks in deposit rating Credit rating agency Moody’s on Tuesday upgraded the long-term deposit ratings of the Bank of Cyprus to A3 from Baa1, reflecting continued strengthening of the bank’s financial position. In addition, the agency kept the bank’s outlook on deposit ratings as stable. According to the agency’s latest report, the Bank of […]
Cyprus recorded over 1.15 million passengers at its two airports in April 2025, crossing the one million threshold for the first time in a single month, the Transport Ministry said on Tuesday. Traffic at Larnaca and Paphos airports rose by 20.66 per cent compared to the same month last year. Additionally, total passenger numbers for the January–April period climbed by 11.83 per […]
Leptos Calypso Hotels Public Ltd, a member of the Leptos Group, recorded a significant financial turnaround in 2024. Specifically, the company on Tuesday posted a consolidated net profit of €3.25 million, recovering from a €570,830 loss in 2023. According to the company’s annual financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024, the parent company also reported […]
Cyprus and Cambodia are joining forces to redefine travel, trade, and cultural exchange. As Cambodia emerges as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing destinations for tourism and investment, Cypriots are being invited to explore a land of ancient wonders, lush landscapes, and boundless opportunities. In 2023 alone, Cambodia welcomed over five million visitors, many drawn to […]
Hello May, hello spring festivals. Over a dozen festivals are about to pop up and add colour and life to every corner of the island. Here are some not to be missed! Calling all caffeine lovers is the Cyprus Specialty Coffee Festival on today in Larnaca. Taking over the Municipal Gardens are more than 10 Cypriot coffee […]
The most expensive property transaction in Cyprus during March was recorded in Nicosia, where an office building in Ayioi Omologites sold for 29.3 million euros ($31.7 million), according to a report by property analytics firm Ask Wire. The top 10 property sales across Cyprus in March totalled 56.5 million euros, with Larnaca recording four transactions among the […]
The Industrial Turnover Index in Cyprus rose by 4.3% in February 2025 compared to February 2024, reaching 130.4 units, the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CyStat) announced on Monday, the base for comparison being 100 points in 2021.
Cyprus’ banking sector has undergone a profound transformation since the 2013 financial crisis, marked by sweeping consolidation, branch closures, and a rapid shift towards digital banking. Since 2013, several key players have exited the scene. Laiki Bank and the Cooperative Bank have both shut down. Hellenic Bank, which absorbed the Cooperative, is now part of […]
The National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) posted a net profit after tax of €13.6 million for 2024, marking a 143 per cent increase compared to the previous year. According to the bank’s annual results, total assets rose to €1.2 billion, a year-on-year increase of 123 per cent, attributed to “growing customer trust and the enhanced market presence of the bank”. Moreover, the […]