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News
Cyprus transposes the EU Copyright Directive in Cyprus law
21 November 2022 | 10 mins read

The Directive (EU) 2019/790 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2019 on copyright and related rights in the Digital Single Market (the Copyright Directive) has finally been transposed in Cyprus - Read More...

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Recent judgment of the ECJ on Consumers’ Rights and Protections for Foreign Currency Loans
25 October 2022 | 2 mins read

On 8 September 2022, under the European Union’s (EU) Unfair Contract Terms Directive, it was held that the application of national case law was forbidden, as replacing an unfair term with a supplementary national provision - Read More...

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Cyprus inaugurates the Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC)
10 October 2022 | 3 mins read

New legislation has been passed in Cyprus, providing for the opportunity for ship-owners to establish a Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC).

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Prohibition of providing Russian oil by European ships
29 June 2022 | 3 mins read

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 - Read More...

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Filing an application for validation of European Patent in Cyprus
9 February 2022 | 3 mins read

Once a European patent is granted and published, the patent owner needs to take steps so as to validate the patent in each of the designated EU Member States within a specific time limit.

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The ‘Ever Given’ Departs, the Legal Battle Continues
26 July 2021 | 5 mins read

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 - Read More...

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Update on the Cyprus/Greece Ferry Link: Larnaca’s case
1 July 2021 | 4 mins read

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 - Read More...

Publications & Commentaries
The International Comparative Legal Guide – Product Liability 2021
29 June 2021 | 1 min read

Harris Kyriakides team contributes the Cyprus chapter in the International Comparative Legal Guide – Product Liability 2021.

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Cyprus strategy for the Shipping sector
7 June 2021 | 2 mins read

The Cyprus Ministry for shipping is preparing a new strategic vision for Cyprus shipping sector that will determine the future of the maritime industry.

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Marine Cyberattacks: Analysis of Liability and IMO 2021
5 April 2021 | 7 mins read

Cyberattacks bear risk for shipping companies in terms of contractual liability, third party liability, and regulator violations. Such liability may be excluded or limited by complying with IMO 2021 regulations and guidelines regarding Safety Management - Read More...

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Cyprus Makes Waves in Decarbonising Shipping
15 February 2021 | 5 mins read

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. The measures are part of a wider debate juxtaposing international - Read More...

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Decarbonising Shipping: A Review of IMO and EU Regulation
11 February 2021 | 11 mins read

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

FEATURED ARTICLES

Accreditations & Rankings
Who’s Who Legal Government 2024
15 October 2024 | 1 min read

We are pleased to announce that Who’s Who Legal has recognised  as a leading practitioner in Government matters in its 2024 edition of WWL: Government.

Accreditations & Rankings
Harris Kyriakides tax team ranked Tier 1 in 2025 ITR World Tax
2 September 2024 | 2 mins read

Harris Kyriakides is pleased to announce a remarkable achievement in the 2025 edition of the prestigious ITR World Tax rankings. The firm has been recognised with a Tier 1 ranking, underscoring its excellence in tax - Read More...

Accreditations & Rankings
Who’s Who Legal Real Estate 2024
29 August 2024 | 1 min read

Who’s Who Legal, has recognised our partner Andrea Newton as leading real estate law practitioners in Cyprus in its 2024 edition of WWL: Real Estate.

Accreditations & Rankings
Who’s Who Legal Energy 2024
26 June 2024 | 1 min read

Who’s Who Legal has recognised Eleni Neoptolemou as a leading practitioner in its Energy 2024 guide.

Accreditations & Rankings
Harris Kyriakides is recommended in the 2023 edition of IFLR 1000
22 September 2023 | 1 min read

Harris Kyriakides is pleased to have been recognised as a leading firm in corporate and financial matters in the latest IFLR1000 edition.

Accreditations & Rankings
Who’s Who Legal Real Estate 2023
29 August 2023 | 1 min read

Congratulations to our partner Andrea Newton for being recognised once again as a global leader by the Real Estate Guide for 2023 published by Who’s Who Legal.

Accreditations & Rankings
ITR World Tax EMEA 2023
24 August 2023 | 1 min read

Congratulations to our Tax Litigation team for being recognised once again by ITR World Tax, moving up the ranks to Tier 2 in both Tax and Tax Controversy.

Accreditations & Rankings
Who’s Who Legal Asset Recovery 2023
21 August 2023 | 1 min read

A truly superb corporate and asset recovery litigation team at Harris Kyriakides has been acknowledged by the recognition of Michael Kyriakides as a global leader in asset recovery work by the Asset Recovery Guide for - Read More...

Accreditations & Rankings
The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 Rankings
12 April 2023 | 1 min read

We are delighted to announce that Harris Kyriakides has been recognised by The Legal 500 as a ‘Top Tier Firm’ in EU and Competition Law and as a ‘Leading Firm’ in seven additional practice areas - Read More...

Accreditations & Rankings
Harris Kyriakides is recommended in the 2022 edition of IFLR 1000
22 August 2022 | 1 min read

We are happy to announce that Harris Kyriakides has been ranked once again as a recommended firm in the latest IFLR1000 edition.

Accreditations & Rankings
Who’s Who Legal Real Estate 2022
17 August 2022 | 1 min read

Who’s Who Legal, has recognised our partners Harris Kyriakides and Andrea Newton as leading real estate law practitioners in Cyprus in its 2022 edition of WWL: Real Estate.

Accreditations & Rankings
Harris Kyriakides is Recognised by Legal 500 as a Leading Firm 2022
28 April 2022 | 1 min read

Harris Kyriakides is pleased to announce that we have been ranked once again by The Legal 500 as a Leading Firm for Europe, Middle East and Africa across 6 practice areas.