One of the lesser known but more ambitious targets set by the Cypriot government in its programme for its six-month term as the holder of the Council of the European ...
The banking sector in Cyprus is undergoing a profound transformation. Recent economic turbulence has highlighted the urgent need for resilience, adaptability and forward-thinking innovation. In response, banks are evolving beyond ...
After a turbulent decade marked by restructuring, regulatory tightening and a gradual restoration of public trust, the island’s banks are entering a new chapter shaped by consolidation, rising profitability ...
As global attention shifts and ESG is no longer just a trend, it’s becoming clear who truly acts on sustainability and who treats it as a checkbox. City Friends ...
By Athina Evagorou
As global markets continue to evolve towards greater transparency and sustainability, the European Union’s introduction of the Digital Product Passport marks a pivotal shift in how ...
McDonald’s™ Cyprus has long been guided by values that go far beyond serving food. Dedication, responsibility, and, above all, genuine care for the communities it operates in form the ...
Hotels in Cyprus are increasingly adopting the Green Key certification, as the scheme gains traction as part of the island’s broader tourism reform. The certification signals compliance with environmental ...
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the broader framework of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) have evolved from optional corporate undertakings to essential markers of business maturity. For global companies operating ...
The Covid-19 pandemic was a catalyst for change, prompting people to think more deeply about their well-being – both at home and in the workplace.
For Katerina Andreou, founder of HR ...
In recent years, Cyprus has emerged as a dynamic hub for investment, with transformative projects reshaping its economic and urban landscape. Among the companies leading this evolution is Korantina Homes, ...
Neocleous Tower, a groundbreaking commercial development in the heart of Limassol, is inviting corporations to experience the future of upscale workplace environments. Redefining the modern work lifestyle, the tower is ...
The Leptos Group is a leading organisation in land and building development and real estate, as well as travel and tourism, healthcare and education, with a success history of 65+ years. ...
Cyprus’ property market has entered 2025 with renewed confidence and a sense of maturity. What began as a post-pandemic recovery has evolved into a steady, data-driven expansion fuelled by foreign investment, ...
MHV – Mediterranean Hospitality Venture is a fast-growing and dynamic group set to change the game regarding the high-end real estate and luxury hospitality industry in Cyprus. With a strong vision ...
The capital divide
The economic history of Cyprus is a tale of resilience, often defined by its agile recovery from external shocks and its strategic location. Yet, the demands of ...
In shipping, minutes matter. What once took days of phone calls, couriered documents and manual verification now takes minutes on a shared, tamper-proof ledger. That ledger is blockchain.
Shipping is ...
Shipping moves about 80 per cent of world trade by volume. Efficiency gains matter at system level. The sector emits roughly 3 per cent of global CO₂, while facing rising costs and ...
Demetris Lemesianos, Health, Safety, Quality and Environment and Sustainability Manager at Limassol-based Island Oil Holdings, spoke to Cyprus 4.0 about how shipping is moving towards decarbonisation.
In a wide-ranging discussion, he ...
By John Ioannou
As this year’s Cyprus Maritime Conference kicks off, the global shipping industry faces no shortage of risks and rewards, opportunities and threats. Geopolitical turmoil, decarbonisation efforts ...
When Andreas Neophytou was elected President of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) earlier this year, he said his first steps would be defined by three priorities, collaboration with government, practical ...
Sunil Kapoor still recalls his flight back from New York to Cyprus in April. By coincidence, he was seated next to Invest Cyprus CEO, Marios Tannousis.
“The man on a ...
What does reaching 25 years mean to you personally and to the UW Group as a whole?
Reaching 25 years is both a milestone and a moment of reflection. Personally, it fills ...
By John Ioannou
I am considered a ‘subject matter expert’ in Maritime HR, a title that conveys mastery and gives clients confidence that they are in capable hands. Privately, I ...
For decades, Cyprus has been a destination of choice for international business. Its strategic location, EU membership, highly skilled workforce and sophisticated professional services sector have made it a natural ...