Paralimni-Deryneia: Leading Cyprus with 18 Prestigious Blue Flag Beach Awards

by News Editor

June 5, 2025

The sun-kissed municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia has proudly secured 18 out of the 66 prestigious Blue Flag awards distributed across Cyprus. This remarkable achievement positions the area as the top performer in the recent island-wide ceremony held at the illustrious Fig Tree Bay Beach in Protaras.

Awarded Beaches

Among the honored beaches are Armyropigado, Lombardi, Glyky Nero, and Kapparis, along with several others such as Skoutarospilioi, Agia Triada, and Minas. The municipality continues to elevate visitors’ experience with its pristine swimming areas, now including Konnos Beach, which also received commendation under the Ayia Napa municipality due to boundary sharing.

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Commitment to Quality and Safety

Mayor Giorgos Nikolettos emphasized the municipality’s dedication to enhancing visitor services, urging government support for improved beach safety measures such as increased lifeguard staffing. This commitment resonates with the broader agenda of sustainable development highlighted by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Global Recognition and Standards

The Blue Flag is a globally recognized ecological quality symbol, awarded to beaches meeting high standards in water cleanliness and much more. It includes comprehensive criteria covering bather safety, environmental awareness, and preservation of natural heritage, ensuring top-tier quality underlined by stringent guidelines.

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CSE Reports March Market Shares As Argus Tops With 30.83%

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 7, 2026

Overview

Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) reported €31.50 million in share transactions for March 2026, including €11.24 million in pre-agreed trades. Data also cover the first quarter, with total transactions reaching €86.06 million across January to March.

Detailed Market Analysis

CSE provides market share calculations both including and excluding pre-agreed transactions. March figures incorporate these trades, while separate data sets highlight activity without them. Such differentiation reflects varying trading dynamics and offers a clearer view of market structure. Bond values are excluded from percentage calculations.

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Quarterly Performance Metrics

Figures for the January–March period show how market shares shift depending on the calculation methodology. Year-to-date data provide a broader perspective on member activity across the exchange. Inclusion or exclusion of pre-agreed transactions affects comparative positioning. These metrics are used to assess overall performance trends.

Key Participant Performance

Argus Stockbrokers Ltd recorded a 30.83% market share in March, with transactions totaling €9.71 million, placing it first for the month. CISCO Ltd held a 24.54% share in March and ranked first for the quarter with 26.19%. Mega Equity Financial Services Ltd followed with 18.31% in March and 24.08% across the quarter. Additional participants included Eurobank EFG Equities with 8.04% and Atlantic Securities Ltd with 7.46%, contributing to overall market activity.

Aggregate Trading Volumes

Pre-agreed transactions accounted for €11.24 million of March’s total turnover. Overall trading value reached €86.06 million for the first quarter. These figures reflect both negotiated and regular market activity, providing a fuller picture of trading volumes.

Conclusion

CSE data outline the distribution of market shares and transaction volumes across members. Distinctions between pre-agreed and regular trades highlight differences in activity patterns. Reported figures provide a basis for evaluating market structure and participant performance.

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