| The main ports of Cyprus are Limassol and Larnaka both situated on the south coast of the island. |
PORT OF LIMASSOL
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Following the results of the international tenders invited by the Cyprus Government through the competent Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works, on the 29th of January, 2017, the Limassol port was privatized.
The three companies which took over the administration of Limassol port are the following:
Undernoted is a summary of the necessary information concerning the said three Companies:
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EUROGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL LIMASSOL LTD |
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Terminal Area: |
340,000 m2 |
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Annual Handling Capacity (TEU’S): |
500,000 TEUs |
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Operation: |
24/7 – No Quay Side operation only on the following Dates: January 1st, 1st May, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day |
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Berthing Space: Quay Length, Draft (Water Depth) |
800 m , 16 meters |
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Sea Shore Cranage: Gantry Cranes |
Crane Capacity of 5 STS Cranes comprising of:
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Stacking Yard: Area Ground Slots
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Stacking Area of 180,500 m2 (4,820 TEUs Ground Slots), 140 Reefer Plugs |
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Yard Equipment:
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26 Straddle Carriers (40 ton capacity)
Other Supporting Equipment such as Trailers, Heavy Forklifts etc. |
DP World Limassol
They exclusively operate the multi-purpose and Cruise terminal in Limassol commencing February 2017. The terminal’s activities comprising of three multi-purpose quays, includes break-bulk, general cargo, Ro-Ro, Oil & Gas Services and the brand new passenger terminal.
The brand new 7.000 sq.m. Cruise Terminal inaugurated in May 2018, offering Cruise Lines and passengers a plethora of services to accommodate all their needs accompanied by the high standards and efficiency including transit and Home port cruising.
P&O Maritime Limassol (Marine Services)
The Marine Services Operator within the Limassol Port operates on a 24 hour basis, providing Pilotage and Towing services to any vessel in Limassol.
Additionally they provide "Anti Pollution" and Oil Spill Response in the Port.
-Three tug-boats - recently added P&O Kalypso onto their fleet, a 60-ton firefighting capable modern tugboat.
-Two Pilot boats
-Six Pilots
PORT OF LARNACA
The Larnaca port is a part of the infrastructure of an industrial center of the island and it is the nearest seaport both to Nicosia, the country’s capital and to south eastern major agricultural and tourist areas of Cyprus. It is a multi-purpose use port with a total land area of 445.000m2 and a sea area of 250.000m2 serving all types of goods (such as: animal feed, grains, timber, iron , fertilizers, goods of the oil and gas sector, motor cars , petroleum products, plaster, timber and other commodities). Port characteristics: -Turning circle: 300 meters
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Floating Means
Tug boats:
MARION AND ONISILLOS
Pilot Boats:
-AKTAIA (brand new)
-KERKOUZOS
-ALASIA (small)
It should be noted that for berthing/unberthing of vessels CPA is hiring tugboats and other related services from the private sector on an outsourcing basis.
Cranes:
On rails:
-TAKPAF (45 tonnes) on South Quay
Movable cranes:
-FANTUZZI REGGIANE (40 tonnes)
PRIVITISATION OF THE PORT:
On the 4th of December 2020 the Government of the Republic signed a concession agreement with KITION OCEAN HOLDINGS LTD for the Redevelopment of the existing Port & Marina of Larnaka.
KITION made a firm commitment to transform the area into a modern, dynamic hub of commercial and passenger activity, by pledging to deliver a project that would:
Provide state-of-the-art services capable of meeting the needs and expectations of all types of vessels – from commercial shipping to luxury yachts and cruise ships.
Strengthen the commercial profile of the port, making it a strategic point for maritime trade and logistics in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Elevate the tourism and passenger experience, integrating the port with the wider urban and cultural landscape of Larnaka.
The agreement with KITION was terminated by the Ministry of Transport since May 2024 with the Cyprus Ports Authority acting -as of today-as the administrator of the Port.
Despite the ongoing issues the port is still servicing all the local dry bulk cargoes for animal and human consumption, a considerable quantity of general cargo as well as export of gypsum with conveyor belts, providing also service to a PCC line that calls every month.
The machinery and equipment of the port are under a temporary right of use by the CPA and KITION's employees have been transferred onto a private entity acting as vehicle to administer the port's needs.
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PORT OF VASSILIKO 
Situated in the southern part of Cyprus, between Limassol and Larnaka, it is an industrial terminal providing handling of unpacked and troublesome cargo. The terminal belongs to the Cyprus Ports Authority which leased it to Vasiliko Cement Works. The terminal is protected by two breakwaters, the Southern and the Eastern. There are two quays, the northern of 360m length and the western of 125m. It has turning circle of 280m diameter, and the water depth is 9m.
The Cyprus Ports Authority (CPA) have submitted a proposal for co-financing of the project by the European Union through the "Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)" program to expand the Vasiliko Port. The expansion plan, it was noted, includes, among other things, the creation of 9 new quays with a total length of 2,355 meters, the construction of breakwaters, deepening of the access channel, and the development of a land area of 334,000 square meters, which includes the building that formerly housed the BBC. The estimated capacity of the port after the expansion is projected to reach 1,772 ships per year, and the total construction cost is estimated at 350 million euros. VTTV:
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Oil Terminals:
EAC (Electricity Authority of Cyprus) Dhekelia Power Station Terminal via Larnaka anchorage
RAF Akrotiri
The Cyprus Shipping Association (CSA) was established in 1945, to provide a professional forum for the Shipping Agents of Cyprus. In 1954, following its registration under the provisions of the local Trade Unions Law, the Association became the official body representing the profession of the Shipping Agent in Cyprus. The Members of the Association are the leading and long established Shipping Agencies in the island.
The main aims of the Cyprus Shipping Association are:
As the spokesman for the Shipping Agents in Cyprus, the Cyprus Shipping Association ensures that its voice is heard on public issues affecting its members and contributing to the solution of all their problems. The Association also acts as liaison, negotiator and representative for its members in their dealings with the Government, the Legislature, the Port Authorities, the Department of Customs, the Business Community, the Trade Unions and all other interested parties.
With the Shipping Agent being actively involved in the operation and marketing of the Cyprus Ports, the Cyprus Shipping Association plays an important role in port affairs, taking part in the formation of policies applied and the solution to problems arising. The Association maintains close links with other local and international professional bodies pursuing common objectives. Its international affiliations include membership of the Federation Of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA), the Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) and the the International Cargo Handling Co-ordination Association (ICHCA). At local level it is a member of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (C.C.C.I) and the Employers and Industrialists Federation of Cyprus (E.I.F).
The Cyprus Shipping Association further provides its members with a platform for the exchange of professional experiences of common interest and acts as a centre for the collection, evaluation and distribution of information on local and international developments relevant to the profession and the port industry in general. In a day and age of revolutionary changes and of enormous growth in competition, the Association places increased emphasis on the upgrading of the skills of its members and their staff, the technological advancement of their operations and the strategic planning of their activities.
