Souzana Psara

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) expects steady loan growth and remains open to targeted acquisitions under its 2026-2028 business plan, while positioning itself to withstand rising competition and potential economic ...

Property sales in Cyprus maintained a double-digit increase in February 2026, as transactions rose by 12 per cent year on year, according to data released by the department of lands and surveys. ...

The European Commission has adopted a new European Union Maritime Industrial Strategy, alongside a strategy for European ports, aimed at strengthening the competitiveness, sustainability, safety and resilience of the bloc’...

Telecoms provider Cyta on Wednesday announced that it secured five major distinctions from Ookla for the second of 2025, reaffirming its position as the fastest mobile network in Cyprus for the ...

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed strong concern over recent remarks by Maurici Lucena, chairman and chief executive of AENA, Spain’s main airport operator, after he suggested ...

Cyprus hoteliers have reported cancellations for April and May and a slowdown in new bookings for the coming months, following the US travel advisory for the island, while industry groups ...

Columbia Group president and chief executive Mark O’Neil said on Wednesday that the company is closely monitoring the recent escalation in the Gulf region under its established security and ...

Limassol’s evolving real estate landscape will take centre stage on March 17, when industry leaders, policymakers and investors gather at the 20th Real Estate, Property Development, Construction Conference and Exhibition ...

Nicosia has been ranked second among the top 20 destinations in Europe for 2026 by the European Best Destinations organisation, after receiving 109,214 votes from international travellers worldwide. According to a statement issued ...

The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East is expected to increase volatility across the global shipping sector, as major operators suspend or reroute cargo flows following the US ...

Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday said that there are currently 19 ships under the Cypriot flag operating in the Persian Gulf, adding that both the vessels and their crews ...

A €22 million mixed-use office and commercial tower is set to rise in Limassol’s Neapolis area after securing approval from the Environmental Authority, with construction expected to take 28 months from ...

Noatum CSM, a ship management joint venture established between AD Ports Group and Columbia Group, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with GP General Procurement Company Limited, known as GenPro, ...

Paphos is stepping up efforts to deepen its footprint in the German market, as the Paphos Regional Tourism Board (Etap) takes part in ITB Berlin, held from March 3 to 5. According ...

YoungShip Cyprus hosted its Young Leader Award Ceremony during the ‘Melodies Across the Sea’ event in February 2026 at Limassol New Port, bringing together the maritime community, industry figures and young ...

Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday said that there are currently 19 ships under the Cypriot flag operating in the Persian Gulf, adding that both the vessels and their crews ...

Cyprus pitched itself as a strategic European gateway for Indian capital at the India–Cyprus Business and Investment Summit 2026 in Nicosia, with business and diplomatic leaders pointing to a partnership ...

Shipping and air transport were thrown into turmoil this week as the Middle East conflict intensified, prompting fresh security warnings, a surge in tanker earnings and widespread suspensions across key ...

The global shipping industry has moved swiftly to shield fleets and crews as tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran spill into key maritime corridors, prompting warnings from governments, ...

Cyprus’ tourism revenues climbed to a record €3.69 billion in 2025, marking a 15.2 per cent annual increase, according to the state statistical service (Cystat), as the sector extended its strong post-pandemic recovery. ...

Cyprus launched its anti-fraud agenda under the EU Council Presidency, hosting the first meeting of the Working Party on Combating Fraud in Brussels and welcoming the new director-general of the ...

The possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz is expected to disrupt supply chains and commercial activity, with knock-on effects on prices, the secretary general of the Cyprus Chamber of ...

The global shipping industry has moved swiftly to shield fleets and crews as tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran spill into key maritime corridors, prompting warnings from governments, ...

Cyprus’ economic expansion in 2026 reflects the consolidation of a model heavily reliant on services, foreign investment and cross-border business flows, strengthening its role as a bridge between Europe and neighbouring ...