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Harris Kyriakides advises Petrolina on its acquisition of ExxonMobil Cyprus
Harris Kyriakides advised Petrolina (Holdings) Public Ltd on its landmark acquisition of 100% of the share capital of ExxonMobil Cyprus Limited, a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation. The transaction remains subject to the approval of - Read More...
EU seeks to ban “forever chemicals” in consumer products
The European Commission’s new initiative to phase out “forever chemicals” from consumer products marks a significant shift in the European market, impacting industries across various sectors. Background “Forever chemicals”, formally known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl - Read More...
Obstructing the dawn raid: EU competition law expands to digital communications
The European Commission’s €15.9 million fine against IF&F signals an expanded enforcement approach, extending its investigative powers to digital communications like WhatsApp, setting a precedent for future competition law investigations.
New developments in European state aid for aviation and the impact on Cyprus
The European aviation sector is undergoing significant regulatory scrutiny, particularly concerning state aid provided to airlines and airport operators. Recent decision by the European Commission has brought to light the complexities that EU member states - Read More...
Sweet & Maxwell Public Procurement Law Review
Harris Kyriakides has recently contributed an article to the Sweet & Maxwell Public Procurement Law Review, discussing the judgment of NCR (Cyprus) Limited v Tender Review Authority and its influence on the rights of audience - Read More...
By Michael Kyriakides, Eleni Neoptolemou
Compendium of Main Developments on Competition Law and Policy in 2023
Harris Kyriakides is proud to contribute to the Cyprus chapter of the 2023 Wolters Kluwer Compendium on Competition Law and Policy, a comprehensive edition delving into significant developments across 30 jurisdictions. The chapter provides a - Read More...
By Eleni Neoptolemou, Maria Afxentiou
Commission for the Protection of Competition launches public consultation on priority criteria
The Competition Protection Committee is initiating a public consultation to establish criteria for prioritising its duties and powers as defined by the 2022 Competition Protection Law. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and effectiveness in - Read More...
Injunctions suspending demands on performance bonds and bank guarantees
Performance bonds and bank guarantees are vital in ensuring smooth commercial operations. They act as safeguards for parties engaged in business, particularly in industries like construction and contracting. These bonds assure that obligations will be - Read More...
Model European Rules of Civil Procedure
The ELI and UNIDROIT convened a pivotal Dissemination Conference at the Austrian Academy of Sciences in Vienna on February 5 and 6, 2024. The event spotlighted the enduring significance of the ELI-UNIDROIT Model European Rules - Read More...
Cartels – Enforcement, Appeals & Damages Actions 2024 by GLG
Harris Kyriakides contributes to the International Comparative Legal Insights: Cartels – Enforcement, Appeals & Damages Actions 2024 (Cyprus chapter) by Global Legal Group.
By Michael Kyriakides, Maria Afxentiou
Cyprus chapter in the Consumer Protection Laws
Harris Kyriakides team contributes to the Cyprus chapter in the Consumer Protection Laws and Regulations 2024 by ICLG.
By Eleni Neoptolemou, Munevver Kasif
Cyprus Commission for the Protection of Competition launches public consultation on amendments to the law for the Protection of Competition
The Cyprus Commission for the Protection of Competition (the Commission) has launched a public consultation on the draft bill titled “The Protection of Competition (Amendment) Law of 2024”. The consultation will run from April 4, - Read More...