Crete, the flagship of Greek tourism, is extending the tourism season for another year, with the “help” of climate change, as the president of the Crete hoteliers’ association, Manolis Tsakalakis, said to the Athens-Macedonian News Agency. British tour operators have already expressed an interest in transferring airline seats of prospective tourists from the high season […]
The average gross monthly earnings for employees in Cyprus reached €2,363 in 2023, a 7.3% increase from €2,202 in 2022, marking a continued rise in income levels after a 7.1% uptick the previous year. According to CySTAT, the median gross monthly earnings stood at €1,792. Significant differences are recorded based on gender, nationality, and industry, […]
Hellenic Bank and the union representing its employees, Etyk, have finalised a new collective agreement, based on the preliminary accord reached in April 2023 with the mediation of the Labour Minister. This agreement, which marks the renewal of the contract initially due in 2018, will retroactively cover the period from January 1, 2019, to December […]
Greek retail chain Jumbo Group reported robust sales growth for the first ten months of 2024 at its recent shareholder briefing. This was driven by strong demand in key markets and strategic expansion across Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria, and Romania. In Cyprus, Jumbo shop sales experienced steady growth, with October 2024 figures rising by approximately 2 […]
Hellenic Bank on Wednesday reported a profit after tax of €284 million for the first nine months of 2024, marking a 28 per cent increase from the same period last year. “During the first nine months of 2024, Hellenic Bank’s performance was strong, despite global challenges,” said CEO Michalis Louis. “By maintaining a strong capital […]
Larnaca and Paphos airports recorded a 7.14% increase in passenger traffic in October 2024 compared to the same month last year, the Ministry of Transport reported on Wednesday. “Despite escalating geopolitical tensions, we continue to see record passenger movement for the January-October period, with a 5.3% increase compared to the same period in 2023”, the […]
Cyprus’s property market is showing signs of stabilisation, with apartments remaining the only sector recording consistent growth, according to the latest RICS Cyprus Property Price Index with KPMG in Cyprus for the third quarter of 2024. Apartment prices rose by 0.8 percent quarter-on-quarter, whilst other property categories remained largely stable. Retail spaces and warehouses continued to experience low demand. […]
Cyprus’ government has announced a comprehensive package of measures aimed at reversing the country’s declining birth rate and addressing its ageing population, according to the Minister of Labour, Yiannis Panayiotou. In a press conference on 6 November he presented the measures, which focus on balancing family and professional life, increasing birth rates, and improving the […]
Passenger traffic at Cyprus’ Larnaca and Paphos airports rose by 7.14 per cent in October 2024 compared to the same month in 2023, according to the Transport Ministry. This increase supports projections that 2024 will be a record-breaking year for Cypriot airports, with passenger numbers expected to exceed 12 million. Despite heightened geopolitical tensions, passenger […]
Hellenic Bank on Wednesday reported a profit after tax of €284 million for the first nine months of 2024, marking a 28 per cent increase from the same period last year. “During the first nine months of 2024, Hellenic Bank’s performance was strong, despite global challenges,” said CEO Michalis Louis. “By maintaining a strong capital […]
National investment promotion agency Invest Cyprus and TechIsland, Cyprus’ largest tech association, on Wednesday announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). According to the announcement, the agreement aims to position Cyprus as a regional technology hub, fostering a sustainable tech community to drive economic growth and job creation. Founded in 2021, TechIsland represents […]
Nestled along the pristine Pagoda Beach on Koh Rong Island, The Secret Garden Koh Rong has quickly emerged as a top destination for travellers seeking a tranquil, luxurious escape. Opening its doors in December 2019, the resort marks a new beginning after eight successful years at Otres Beach. The Secret Garden offers a refined and […]
Salaries have increased in total by 12-46% over the last five years in the 20 sectors with the greatest employment, according to the Labor Ministry’s Ergani database. Employees working on a full-time contract receive 1,433 euros per month gross on average. In September 2,830,818 workers were employed with salary labor contracts (full- and part-time), with […]
The two shipping companies have formed a single entity called InterMaritime Shipmanagement Intership Navigation and Interorient Shipmanagement on Tuesday announced that they have merged to form InterMaritime Shipmanagement. The new entity, which will include Intership’s sister company Donnelly Tanker Management, will manage 170 vessels, offering comprehensive ship management services globally. Combining over 80 years of […]
The Bank of Cyprus claimed two prestigious Gold Awards at Bousias’ Cyprus HR Awards for 2023, according to an announcement released on Tuesday. The bank was awarded ‘Best Change Management Strategy & Initiative’, as well as ‘Best Partnership with Educational Institutions, showcasing its innovative approach to internal engagement and staff development. The bank’s first Gold […]
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has unveiled a new strategic framework for 2025-2026, built upon three pillars comprising specific actions aimed at institutional evolution, operational efficiency and modernisation. Central Bank Governor Christodoulos Patsalides, speaking at the “Credit Risk Management Conference – ESG Impact on Credit Risk: Navigating Through Challenges”, emphasised that rapidly changing economic, social, technological and […]