Cyprus praised for efforts in tackling CO2 shipping emissions
The global maritime transport industry has submitted a proposal to form the world’s first collaborative shipping research and development (R&D) programme to help eliminate CO2...
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Shipping agents raise concerns over plans to privatise Larnaca port
Shipping agents on Tuesday expressed concerns over the government’s goal of privatising Larnaca port, the only one left under full state control, expressing fears for...
EU extends Cyprus’ tonnage tax scheme, a ‘major achievement’ shipping industry says
The European Commission has approved the extension of Cyprus’ tonnage tax scheme, which applies to ship ownership, ship management and ship chartering activities. The extension...
Shipping Chamber and shipowners’ union to merge
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) and the Cyprus Union of Shipowners have approved a merger agreement that will unify the two associations in the service...
Environment front and centre at Maritime Cyprus
Environmental protection and sustainability were two of the main topics at the opening of the 16th Maritime conference in Limassol on Monday, aptly named ‘Sea...
Maritime Cyprus 2019 conference kicks off in Limassol
The Maritime Cyprus 2019 conference kicks off on Monday in Limassol with the participation of more than 800 shipping executives from around the globe. The...
A mood of caution sweeps shipping sector
Shipping continues to be a strong contributor to the Cyprus economy but there are signs of stagnation. It’s all about having the right people reports...
Cyprus mulls axing ship registration fees to boost registry
CYPRUS is planning to abolish initial ship registration fees in a bid to boost the registry’s competitiveness and attract more ship registrations, Deputy Minister for...
Cyprus considers updating tonnage tax system and pricing for ship registrations
Cyprus is considering updating its tonnage tax system and its pricing policy for the registration of ships as part of targeted measures to enhance the...
Deputy ministry of shipping in touch with British companies in view of Brexit
Deputy Minister of Shipping Natasa Pilides has said that her ministry was in touch with British companies with whom they cooperate to discuss issues relating...
EC shipping chief calls for political solution to Turkish ban
European Community Shipowners’ Association (ECSA) President-elect Claes Berglund has called for a “political” solution to Turkey’s unilateral actions against Cypriot shipping which have been in...
Cyprus a ‘model member’ of world shipping body
The lifting of the restrictions imposed by Turkey on Cypriot-flagged ships would result in a win-win situation, Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)...
Cabinet green lights plan for ship upgrades
The cabinet on Monday authorised deputy ministry for shipping to come up with an incentives plan that would help Cyprus-flagged cruise companies which carry over...
‘Historic day for Cyprus shipping’
The Cyprus shipping chamber announced on Friday that March 1 was a historic day for the industry as the island’s deputy ministry for shipping marked...
Deputy shipping minister marks one year
The shipping industry is experiencing fast growth, and the government plans to take further steps to boost business, Deputy Minister of Shipping Natasa Pilides said on...
P&O Ferries to register entire English Channel fleet under Cyprus flag
P&O Ferries, the British shipping firm, has decided to register its entire English Channel operating fleet in Cyprus, a company spokesman told the Cyprus News...
Shipping ministry launches photo competition
The deputy ministry of shipping has launched a photo competition in cooperation with the Cyprus Marine Club and the support of the Cyprus Photographic Society....
Cabinet approves Greece ferry link study
THE cabinet decided on Thursday to conduct a study into the efficacy of setting up a ferry line linking Greece and Cyprus. Shipping deputy minister...
Akel targets shipowners’ military service exemption
Akel MP Irini Charalambidou asked Defence Minister Savvas Angelides in a letter on Monday if the public interest is being served by Attorney-General Costas Clerides...
Cyprus, Greece and Malta coordinate to strengthen voices on shipping
Cyprus, Greece and Malta on Friday enhanced already-close cooperation on shipping matters, at their 6th trilateral meeting, in Nicosia, aiming to strengthen their collective voice...
