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1. Belgian passenger airlifted from cruise ship off Paphos

A 67-year-old Belgian passenger was airlifted from a cruise ship off the coast of Cyprus on Monday after the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) launched a medical evacuation operation....

2. Cyprus shipping booms as industry hits 25-year high

Cyprus’ shipping industry is reaching new highs, with the country strengthening its position as one of the world’s major maritime hubs at a time when global trade and regional instability continue reshaping international shipping routes....

3. Greek passenger from Hantavirus cruise ship flown to Athens for quarantine

In the ongoing story surrounding the cruise ship ''MV Hondius,'' where cases of Hantavirus have been reported, a Greek passenger has now been transferred to Athens and placed in precautionary quarantine, Greek authorities said Monday....

4. Authorities trace passengers who exited cruise ship before deadly hantavirus cases were identified

Dutch authorities said a flight attendant who briefly interacted with one infected passenger in South Africa later developed symptoms and is being tested in Amsterdam....

5. Europe monitors rare cruise ship virus outbreak after deaths and new suspected cases

Health authorities across Europe are keeping a close eye on a rare virus outbreak linked to a cruise ship after three passengers died and several others became sick during the voyage....

6. No risk to Cyprus from suspected hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship

Health authorities say there is no current risk linked to a suspected hantavirus incident reported on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, according to infectious disease specialist Kostas Constantinou....

7. Cypriot-flagged ship stranded in Gulf

A Cypriot-flagged ship remains stranded in the Arabian Gulf as authorities in Cyprus closely monitor escalating tensions in the region, Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hatzimanoli said Thursday....

8. Strait of Hormuz crisis leaves 35,000 sailors and cruise passengers stranded in Gulf

About 20,000 merchant sailors and roughly 15,000 cruise passengers are currently unable to leave the Arabian Gulf as tensions between the United States and Iran threaten maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Nations’ shipping agency....

9. Four heavyweights battle for Paphos marina megaproject

Four investors have officially thrown their hats into the ring for the long-awaited Paphos marina, a project the government hopes will finally turn the Potima area of Kissonerga into a major yachting hub in the eastern Mediterranean....

10. After 19 years of delays, the Paphos marina is back on the table

The government is once again trying to breathe new life into one of Paphos’ most talked-about development projects: the long-awaited Paphos marina. ...

11. Fugitive in infamous 2009 ‘Arctic Sea’ hijacking arrested in Cyprus after 15 years on the run

A Russian-Israeli man wanted for one of Europe’s most mysterious maritime hijackings has been arrested in Cyprus, 15 years after vanishing while out on bail....

12. DP World Limassol marks World Maritime Day

DP World Limassol joined the global celebrations marking World Maritime Day on 25 September, by lighting up the Limassol Cruise Terminal building in blue....

13. INS Trikand arrives in Cyprus: India’s warship opens to the public

A state-of-the-art Indian warship is set to dock in Limassol later this month, highlighting the growing defense and maritime partnership between India and Cyprus....

14. Mass murder is a pogrom; Booing tourists is not

The fact that humanity has stooped to counting victims and fatalities with such meticulous precision just to debate whether or not this constitutes genocide is itself indicative of the decadent decay we have fallen into....

15. Strong winds, sizzling heat, and seas with a little attitude

It may be mid-August, but while our American friends are already sharpening pencils and packing school lunches, here in Cyprus, the season of swimsuits, souvlaki, and sunscreen refuses to check out....

16. Tensions boil over in Volos as cruise ship with Israeli tourists docks

Demonstrators clashed with police at the port of Volos in central Greece on Wednesday, protesting the arrival of a cruise ship carrying Israeli tourists....

17. New seasonal fee introduced for cruise stops at Greek islands

Cruise passengers visiting Greek islands will now pay a seasonal disembarkation fee, following the implementation of a new measure by the Greek government that takes effect on July 21....

18. No place like home as Israelis flee uncertainty, sail back from Cyprus

More than 1,600 Israeli nationals boarded the Crown Iris cruise ship from the port of Limassol on Thursday in a large-scale repatriation effort aimed at getting citizens back home amid rising regional tensions....

19. Stranded young tourists evacuated aboard luxury liner Crown Iris, escorted by Israeli Navy

A luxury cruise ship carrying more than 1,500 young tourists arrived in Cyprus this week after a covert evacuation from Israel, as hostilities between Israel and Iran intensified....

20. The Cruise Industry: A Catalyst for Economic Growth

The global cruise industry has emerged as a significant catalyst for tourism development, contributing substantially to local and national economies....

21. Cyprus cruise season launches with 170,000 travelers expected in 2025

The Daleela ferry launched its first voyage of the 2025 Cyprus–Greece maritime season on Saturday, as officials announced a surge in cruise tourism and reaffirmed the country's ambitions to become a key player in the global cruise sector....

22. Europe to tourists: Enough is enough!

If you’re planning a European getaway in 2025, expect more rules, higher fees, and fewer places to party. From Venice to Santorini, some of Europe’s most iconic destinations are saying “enough is enough” when it comes to mass tourism....

23. A bright future for Cyprus’ cruise industry

Cyprus’ cruise industry has been impacted by several events of the past few years. The Covid-19 pandemic was a significant setback, bringing operations to a near halt for extended periods. ...

24. Cyprus’ cruise season kicks off as the Marella Discovery II sets sail from Limassol

Limassol, Cyprus, 2 April 2025: Cyprus’ cruise season kicks off today with the first call of Marella Discovery II from the Port of Limassol. ...

25. Shipping Minister champions new maritime training facilities at Chios Academy

The qualitative upgrading of maritime education is of primary importance, Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hatzimanolis has said recently in Greece......

26. Greece imposes 20-euro levy on cruise visitors to curb overtourism

Greece plans to impose a 20-euro levy on cruise ship visitors to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer season, in a bid to avert overtourism, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday....

27. Paphos Municipality cracks down on unauthorized port practices

Under the leadership of the Paphos Municipality, various agencies responsible for the operation and management of the Paphos port have joined forces to tackle illegal activities and improve the services provided to visitors and professionals. ...

28. Larnaca Marina gets €30M upgrade, port project postponed

The government abandoned the joint development of the Larnaca port and marina, announcing on Thursday projects estimated at over €30 million to upgrade the marina and the surrounding area, heeding the suggestions of the city’s local stakeholders....

29. Futuristic yacht stuns Mykonos with Sci-Fi design

30. Pollution problems plague Cyprus ports

Ports are under scrutiny for violations including changing ballast water without proper consent, leading to significant air pollution and discharge of solid waste. ...