The Larnaca Tourism Development and Promotion Company (ETAP) has launched a major beach cleaning initiative in response to tourist complaints about litter on the city’s beaches, officials said on Tuesday. ETAP, in collaboration with Larnaca Municipality and hotels in the Pyla tourist area, and supported by the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, has engaged a specialist team […]
Plans are progressing for the construction of bus lanes along Nikos and Despina Pattichis Avenue and the coastal road leading to Agios Tychonas, along with the development of bike lanes and two park-and-ride stations in Limassol. These projects are expected to significantly ease traffic congestion in the city. The Public Works Department has initiated the tender […]
Euromoney, a leading international magazine specialising in banking, finance, and financial markets, has awarded the Bank of Cyprus the title of the best bank in Cyprus for 2024. This marks the ninth occasion that the bank has received this accolade from Euromoney. In a statement, the bank said that the award, which assessed its performance […]
During the period January-March 2024, the total weight of goods transported by road in Cyprus increased by 3.7% compared to the corresponding period of 2023, according to data published by CySTAT. During this period, 10.86 million tonnes were transported, compared to 10.48 million tonnes transported in the first quarter of 2023. Meanwhile, the weight of […]
Paphos’ Regional Tourism Board (Etap) said that it is currently developing a digital strategy for the entire Paphos district, along with action plans for the years 2025-2027. “Through this study, Etap Paphos aims to assess the digital competence of the destination and chart a course to remain at the forefront of digitalisation and the use of technological tools through a well-structured strategy”, […]
Cyprus – A perfect blend of work and leisure In recent years, the concept of working remotely has evolved from a niche practice to a mainstream way of life. As more professionals embrace the freedom to work from anywhere, destinations around the world are fighting for the attention of digital nomads. Among these contenders, Cyprus has become […]
Larnaca was one of the most popular destinations for travellers flying from London’s Heathrow airport in July, according to an announcement released on Monday. “Venice and Larnaca proved popular destinations for those jetting off for some summer sun, as Doha and Dublin joined Dubai and JFK as the latest routes with one million passengers travelling to and from Heathrow this year,” […]
With many people on holiday in Cyprus, now is the time to enjoy traditional produce August is a great time to visit Cyprus’ mountain and rural villages, to find solace in their cooler climate and traditional fun in the many local festivals that are on this month. Nearly every rural community organises annual events in […]
Construction of a monument in Paphos to the Greek Revolution of 1821 was completed on Sunday. The monument is located within the town’s municipal garden. Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos said the monument will “inspire the next generations with the visions and values of the great struggle, and at the same time transmit to modern society, and […]
Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting August 5: The Cypriot economy continues to display remarkable growth and resilience in the face of a challenging global economic environment, Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides said on Monday. The CBC governor also said that “geopolitical developments, climate change, and […]
The traditional art of weaving Cypriot ‘ploumista’ on the loom is alive and well in the Paphos village of Fiti. While women primarily carry on this craft, it is also practiced by Athinodoros Georgiou from Pachyammos in Tylliria. Today, Fiti weaving is preserved mainly by the few women who still live in the community, as […]
According to the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Works, the passenger traffic at Larnaca and Paphos airports experienced a year-on-year increase of 1.45% in July 2024, totalling 1,496,715 travellers. The primary markets contributing to this growth were the United Kingdom, Greece, Poland, Israel, and Germany. The Ministry also reported that the period between January and July […]
The University of Cyprus has launched a new project in partnership with Cyprus Public Transport aimed at developing a next-generation energy management solution for renewable-powered and battery-integrated electric vehicle charging stations. According to a UCy press release, the project is entitled “EMS4PVBEV”, an acronym for “Advanced AI-Driven Energy Management System for Photovoltaic-Powered and Battery Integrated […]
The total registrations of motor vehicles recorded an annual increase of 16.6% in January-July 2024, according to CySTAT, which announced the publication of a report entitled “Registration of Motor Vehicles” for the period January-July 2024. The report says that in July 2024, the total registrations of motor vehicles numbered 4,614, recording an increase of 3.9% […]
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) this week released a statement emphasising the strategic importance of the Cyprus-Europe electricity interconnection through Greece, highlighting its significance both for Cyprus and the European Union. “This project is crucial not only for geopolitical reasons but also to end the energy isolation of our country by integrating […]
Hellenic Bank on Friday reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability through a number of actions and initiatives outlined in its 2023 sustainability report. The report provides an in-depth look at the bank’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. which, the bank said has become a key pillar of its overall operations. “The report confirms Hellenic Bank’s […]