7 h. ago EU shipping, ports strategy moves forward with Cyprus set for presidency role

Europe is pressing ahead with plans to strengthen its shipping, shipbuilding and ports sectors, despite stalled global talks on decarbonisation, with the European Commission preparing two major strategies aimed at boosting competitiveness, investment and security of supply. Speaking at the European Shipowners’ Association’s 60th anniversary conference, Fotini Ioannidou, Director of Waterborne Transport at the European […]

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62 h. ago Cyprus Shipping Chamber Addresses Red Sea Security Concerns and Global Challenges

Cyprus Shipping Chamber Addresses Red Sea Security Concerns and Global Challenges  Maritime Fairtrade

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3 d. ago Island Oil strengthens fleet with bunkering vessel, expands commercial team

Limassol-based Island Oil Holdings this week announced the acquisition of its newly purchased bunkering vessel, Ruby, which has now officially joined the company’s fleet in Cyprus. Ruby, a vessel specialised in bunkering and the sister ship to Island Oil’s Astraia, enhances the company’s operational flexibility and capacity to serve marine fuel clients, according to the […]

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3 d. ago Cyprus Business Now: AI, tourism, housing, banks, shipping, employment

Cyprus can secure a leading role in the next era of smart and sustainable tourism if it embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) with urgency and strategic clarity, Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nicodemos Damianou said on Wednesday, addressing a joint government conference on AI and tourism. Damianou opened his remarks by congratulating Deputy […]

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4 d. ago Cyprus shipping leaders join panel on future of European shipping

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) took part in the 60th-anniversary events of the European Shipowners’ Association (ECSA) in Brussels on December 9 and 10, reaffirming its intention to contribute actively to EU maritime policy. According to the chamber, the gatherings brought together European transport commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas, senior European Commission officials, members of the European […]

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4 d. ago Cyprus ports can be key connection point, shipping agents say

Cyprus is seeking to position its ports as a point of stability and connection in a region marked by shifting alliances and new trade corridors, the new president of the Cyprus Shipping Agents Association (CSA), Reginos Tsanos, said at an event marking the body’s 80-year presence in the country’s maritime landscape. According to the statement, […]

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4 d. ago Cyprus moves to acquire second patrol ship after decade with single vessel

Cyprus moves to acquire second patrol ship after decade with single vessel  Philenews

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4 d. ago Cyprus real estate agents call for transparency and equal treatment

The Cyprus Real Estate Agents Association (Skek), which operates under the umbrella of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), released a statement this week addressed to the House, outlining its efforts to amend the regulation of the profession. Specifically, it urged the House internal affairs committee to “immediately examine and vote on a […]

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4 d. ago Action on Russia Should Not Impact Legitimate Shipping, say Cyprus and Malta

Action on Russia Should Not Impact Legitimate Shipping, say Cyprus and Malta  Marine Link

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6 d. ago Piraeus holds position in Europe as Cyprus expands its shipping footprint

Piraeus remains Europe’s fifth-largest container port, holding its position despite the severe disruption caused by attacks in the Red Sea and the extensive rerouting of vessels around Africa. Although the diversion temporarily weakened its long-standing advantage of proximity to the Suez Canal, the port’s overall performance proved resilient, and shipping lines are expected to restore […]

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1 week ago UK Joins Türkiye, Cyprus, Jordan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, And More As Australia Issues New Travel Advisory Amid Heightened Security Concerns

UK Joins Türkiye, Cyprus, Jordan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, And More As Australia Issues New Travel Advisory Amid Heightened Security Concerns  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago Hadjimanolis says Cyprus will promote common goals in EU to resolve challenges of shipping sector

Hadjimanolis says Cyprus will promote common goals in EU to resolve challenges of shipping sector  ΚΥΠΕ

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1 week ago Cyprus shipping community comes together for CSC’s annual blood donation

Cyprus shipping community comes together for CSC’s annual blood donation  cbn.com.cy

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1 week ago Cyprus Business Now: tourism, shipping, investment training, consumer protection

Revenue from tourism in Cyprus reached €499.9 million in September 2025, according to figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Monday. This reflected a 10.1 per cent increase compared with €454.1m in the same month of 2024, continuing the upward trend recorded throughout the year. For the January to September 2025 period, total tourism receipts rose to €2.97 billion, up 15.4 […]

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2 w. ago Cyprus among 20 States elected to IMO Council as Assembly confirms new 40

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has confirmed the composition of its next 40-member Council, electing countries across three categories that reflect their contribution to global shipping, trade and maritime governance. Cyprus secured its seat in Category (c), maintaining its position within the organisation’s executive body for another term. According to the IMO announcement, the Council […]

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2 w. ago Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs meets Cyprus delegation, Tharoor says both sides found common ground on global challenges

Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs meets Cyprus delegation, Tharoor says both sides found common ground on global challenges  Tribune India

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2 w. ago Address by the Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, Ms Marina Hadjimanolis, at the Plenary of the 34th General Assembly of the IMO

Address by the Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, Ms Marina Hadjimanolis, at the Plenary of the 34th General Assembly of the IMO  Κυβερνητική Πύλη - Gov.cy

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2 w. ago Cyprus sets out its vision for cooperation and resilience at the IMO’s 34th general assembly

Cyprus reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to the IMO’s mission as Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis addressed the Plenary of the 34th General Assembly of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in London. In her remarks, she noted that Cyprus remains dedicated to actively contributing to the collective efforts that shape the future of international shipping. According […]

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2 w. ago The Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, Ms Marina Hadjimanolis, addressed the Plenary of the 34th General Assembly of the IMO and Cyprus Reception

The Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, Ms Marina Hadjimanolis, addressed the Plenary of the 34th General Assembly of the IMO and Cyprus Reception  Κυβερνητική Πύλη - Gov.cy

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2 w. ago Cyprus and Greece set out joint priorities at IMO Assembly in London

Cyprus and Greece presented a united front at the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) 34th General Assembly in London, as both countries set out their vision for a stable, fair and globally aligned maritime framework, one that balances environmental ambition with economic reality. Addressing the plenary on behalf of Cyprus, Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis spoke […]

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