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Deputy Ministry of Shipping: Third Year Report – Actions for 2026

Published March 19, 2026, 14:16
Deputy Ministry of Shipping: Third Year Report – Actions for 2026

The Deputy Minister of Shipping, Marina Hadjimanolou, presented the report of the third year of work of the Deputy Ministry, emphasizing Cyprus's important position as a maritime power. She referred to the increase in the Cypriot ship registry and the contribution of ship management to GDP. For 2026, the Deputy Ministry has planned specific actions to further strengthen Cypriot shipping. Special reference was made to the Cypriot Presidency of the EU Council and the initiatives that highlight the role of seafarers. The Deputy Minister stressed the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors, with emphasis on cooperation with the Cyprus Shipowners' Association and the Cyprus Shipping Chamber.