Hermes Airports continues its commitment to sustainable development by advancing two major initiatives that strengthen its sustainability strategy. Through innovative technologies and international partnerships, the company aims to further reduce the environmental footprint of Larnaca and Paphos airports by adopting green practices.

Wizz Air, one of EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airlines, proudly announced a major milestone in Cyprus, surpassing nine million passengers transported to and from Larnaca International Airport since launching operations in the country.

In 2023, the number of vessels handling freight or embarking and disembarking passengers in the main EU ports was estimated to be 2.2 million, an increase of 1.5 percent from the 2022. 

Cyprus Airways announced the launch of a new seasonal route connecting Larnaca to Venice, commencing May 30 and running through September 29, of this year.

Hermes Airports has become the only airport operator to hold Platinum Accreditation in both People and Wellbeing, from Investors in People.

Based on the results of the passenger’s survey carried out by the Statistical Service, Cyprus revenue from tourism reached EUR138,7 million in November 2024, recording an increase of 22 percent as compared to the corresponding month of 2023 (EUR113,7 million).

Population

The population in the government-controlled area of Cyprus is estimated at 966,400 at the end of 2023, compared to 949,100 at the end of 2022, recording an increase of 1,8 percent.

The proportion of children aged less than 15 years was estimated at 15, percent three percent while the proportion of persons aged 65 and over increased to 17,7 percent in 2023, compared to 22,3 percent and 11,3 percent respectively in 2000.  There was therefore a gradual increase in the proportion of old-aged persons and a decrease in the proportion of children, demonstrating the ageing process of the population.

The 45th International Tourism Fair, organised by IFEMA MADRID, closes its doors on January 26 with outstanding participation and attendance figures. FITUR has exceeded expectations, reaching a first estimate of nearly 255,000 visitors, with significant growth in its first three days, which welcomed 155,000 professionals.

Cyprus arrivals of tourists reached 133.063 in December 2024 compared to 123.630 in December 2023, recording an increase of 7,6 percent. For the period of January – December 2024, arrivals of tourists totalled 4.040.200 compared to 3.845.652 in the corresponding period of 2023, recording an increase of 5,1 percent.

The unemployed persons registered at the Cyprus District Labour Offices on the last day of December 2024, reached 12.382 persons.