GBCY International Investment Conference 2024
13 May 2024
Our associate, Munevver Kasif, addressed the attendees of the GBCY International Investment Conference 2024, on the recent challenges faced in the maritime sector in Cyprus explaining how Cyprus remains an international maritime and ship management centre.
We applaud the organisers for putting together this insightful event, and are proud to have been a part of it.
Cyprus inaugurates the Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC)
10 October 2022
New legislation has been passed in Cyprus, providing for the opportunity for ship-owners to establish a Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC).
Read MoreProhibition of providing Russian oil by European ships
29 June 2022
The EU has approved six packages of sanctions in response to Russia's unprecedented and unprovoked military offense against Ukraine. The measures are aimed at limiting the Kremlin's ability to finance the war and cause clear economic and political costs to Russia and to Russian individuals who are connected to the regime.
Read MoreAssistance to seafarers affected by the situation in Ukraine in opening bank accounts in Cyprus
05 May 2022
This article briefly describes the arrangements made by financial institutions in the Republic of Cyprus to facilitate the opening of bank accounts for seafarers affected by the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
Read MoreThe ‘Ever Given’ Departs, the Legal Battle Continues
26 July 2021
The ‘Ever Given’, the containership that blocked the Suez Canal in March 2021, is now finally on its way after being detained for over 3 months. However, legal issues in relation to the incident are expected to drag on.
Read MoreWorld Bank Report Sparks Debate over LNG’s Role in Decarbonising Shipping
02 July 2021
A recent report published by the World Bank advised against investment in LNG, branding its role in shipping decarbonisation as limited. LNG provides ready solutions to existing IMO emissions regulations and features several advocates.
Read MoreUpdate on the Cyprus/Greece Ferry Link: Larnaca’s case
01 July 2021
In December 2020 Cyprus launched an unsuccessful tender for re-establishment of the Cyprus/Greece ferry connection. A new tender on more viable terms is on the cards, which could further address concerns raised by the Larnaca authorities.
Read MoreCyprus strategy for the Shipping sector
07 June 2021
The Cyprus Ministry for shipping is preparing a new strategic vision for Cyprus shipping sector that will determine the future of the maritime industry.
Read MoreMarine Cyberattacks: Analysis of Liability and IMO 2021
05 April 2021
Cyberattacks bear risk for shipping companies in terms of contractual liability, third party liability, and regulator violations.
Read More17 March 2021
UK Supreme Court overturned a Court of Appeal and Admiralty Court judgment involving collision outside a narrow channel.
Read MoreCyprus Makes Waves in Decarbonising Shipping
15 February 2021
Cyprus introduced tax cuts in January to incentivise shipping companies towards energy efficiency and use of alternative fuel, ultimately aiming for Green House Gases reduction.
Read MoreDecarbonising Shipping: A Review of IMO and EU Regulation
11 February 2021
Decarbonising shipping is essential, expensive, and complicated. Regulation is key to achieving the task, and which regulation prevails will determine shipping companies’ strategies for decades to come
Read MoreIMO 2020 approaches 2021 – Has the Shipping Industry Adapted to the 0.5% Sulphur Cap?
05 January 2021
IMO 2020 introduced a 0.5% Sulphur cap on bunkers to ships operating outside Emission Control Areas.
Read MoreP&I Club Coverage for COVID-19
24 November 2020
P&I Clubs invariably provide insurance cover for infectious diseases. COVID-19 related cover encompasses crew illness and deviation to ensure treatment, whereas the extent of quarantine cover varies between the individual rules.
Read MoreGuidance on Stamp Duty applicable on Shipping Mortgages under Cyprus law
21 August 2018
Read MoreCyprus Pledges to Vaccinate 40,000 Seafarers Serving on Board against COVID-19
15 July 2021
Cyprus has issued a Circular pledging COVID-19 vaccination to seafarers serving on board Cyprus flagged and managed vessels, while exploring the possibility of becoming a global vaccination hub.
Read MoreCOVID 19: Impact on Marine Insurance, and the Introduction of Exclusion Clauses
04 November 2020
COVID-19 impacts the wider maritime industry, including marine insurance. So far insurance claims have been reduced, though insurers are bracing for a potential influx through novel exclusion clauses.
Read MoreGlobal Implications of the Rapidly Evolving Coronavirus Pandemic Restrictions for Charter Parties
14 September 2020
The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has plunged the world into economic, political, and social turmoil and had major impacts on the shipping sector.
Read More11 March 2021
A recent article of Ioannis Generalis, Τrainee Αssociate at Harris Kyriakides, with title ‘Regulatory impact’, has been published in the Bunkerspot Magazine.
Read MoreThalassa2024 Marine Sciences Conference
10 June 2024
A heartfelt thank you to the organisers of THALASSA 2024, a pivotal Marine Sciences Conference held in Larnaca on May 28-29. Organised by the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI) and the Maritime Institute of Eastern Mediterranean (MarInEM), this conference brought together experts from over 10 countries to discuss pressing challenges and innovative solutions for marine and coastal environments in the Mediterranean.
Read More16 December 2019
We were delighted to advise pro bono the Larnaca Tourism Board in the Elpida Project.
Read More25 April 2019
The Marine and Maritime Research, Innovation, Technology Centre of Excellence (MaRITeC-X) consortium
Read More16 August 2018
The Marine and Maritime Research, Innovation, Technology Centre of Excellence (MaRITeC-X) consortium.
Read MoreWith high quality services and high standards of safety in such a strategic area, Cyprus is among the top five countries and territories in the world with the largest number of third-party ship-management companies in its territory. The Cyprus Ship Registry is highly ranked among international fleets and is continuously upgrading its services offering outstanding support to international shipping. Shipping companies can find in Cyprus a very supporting environment to thrive; here they also enjoy a number of privileges, from low set up and operating costs to special taxation provisions. Cyprus is a signatory to numerous international maritime conventions, it has double tax treaties with 45 countries and bilateral agreements of cooperation in merchant shipping with more than 20 countries.
Our Cyprus shipping lawyers provide comprehensive advice and representation on a wide range of legal services in the shipping industry and the particulars of Cyprus maritime law. Our services involve the provision of legal advice and representation on agreements, litigation and arbitration proceedings concerning shipbuilding, sale and finance of ships, formation and maintenance of shipping companies and ship registration in Cyprus, as well as related matters such as charterparties, maritime tax and maritime insurance. In addition, the firm is representing clients in admiralty practice, litigation and arbitration proceedings.
Our areas of work include:
Harris Kyriakides is also actively involved in the representation of the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI) and is a strategic partner of the CMMI in the operation of the Maritime Legislation and Policy Lab at CMMI.
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