Cyprus HRDA Launches Pivotal EU-Funded Training Initiative for NEETs

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 13, 2025

The Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (HRDA) has embarked on a major initiative aimed at transforming the prospects of young people classified as NEETs (not in education, employment, or training). Through a public tender process, HRDA has formalized an agreement with the M.M.C Management Center Ltd and EDITC Ltd Consortium to implement comprehensive training programmes across Cyprus.

EU-Funded Programme Under the Cohesion Policy

The project, entitled “Training Programmes For Young People Not In Education, Employment Or Training (NEETs),” is executed under the Cohesion Policy Programme “Thalia 2021-2027” and benefits from co-funding by the European Union. The initiative is set to reach 2,800 young individuals across all provinces, with a target completion date of October 15, 2028.

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Comprehensive Curriculum Designed For Modern Workforce Demands

The training modules have been meticulously designed to cover essential areas, ranging from fundamental linguistic and mathematical proficiency to advanced horizontal skills. These horizontal competencies include communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, time management, creativity, interpersonal relations, as well as practical job-related skills such as curriculum vitae preparation and interview techniques.

Eligibility And Support Measures

The programmes are open to individuals aged 15 to 29 who are registered as NEETs and are currently listed as unemployed in the register maintained by the Public Employment Service (PES) of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance. Importantly, participants will not bear any costs for the training. In addition to receiving a training allowance, they will also be provided with supplemental financial support to cover travel and other related expenses.

Driving Economic and Social Transformation

This initiative is not only a significant move towards enhancing the employability of Cyprus’s youth but also reinforces the country’s commitment to fostering inclusive growth and social development. By equipping young people with essential skills and competencies, the programme positions them to navigate the evolving demands of the modern labour market.

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Bird Aviation Signs Long-Term EasyJet Maintenance Deal In Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 30, 2026

Bird Aviation has signed a long-term agreement with easyJet to provide scheduled aircraft maintenance services at its Larnaca facilities, expanding the companies’ existing partnership and securing maintenance work in Cyprus for at least seven years.

Seven-Year Maintenance Agreement

The agreement runs for an initial seven years, with an option to extend for a further three years, Bird Aviation said.

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Under the contract, the company will operate two maintenance lines dedicated to scheduled heavy maintenance checks for easyJet’s Airbus A320 family aircraft. All work will be carried out at Bird Aviation’s facilities in Larnaca.

Expanding An Existing Partnership

Bird Aviation said the agreement builds on its long-standing relationship with easyJet and provides a long-term framework for heavy maintenance services. The company added that the contract strengthens the role of its Larnaca base in supporting easyJet’s fleet maintenance programme.

EasyJet Reports Lower Profit

The agreement comes as easyJet faces a more challenging operating environment. The airline recently reported that pre-tax profit fell 70% to £85 million in the April-to-June quarter, compared with £286 million a year earlier, largely because of a £105 million increase in fuel costs following renewed conflict in the Middle East.

The airline also said customers are booking flights closer to departure, affecting the timing of revenue. However, booking trends have improved during the peak summer season, although easyJet said the outlook remains dependent on late-season demand and fuel prices.

Takeover Bid And Industry Challenges

EasyJet is also the subject of competing takeover bids from two U.S. investment firms. The board initially accepted a £5.5 billion offer from Castlelake before recommending Apollo Global Management’s higher £5.7 billion proposal. Any transaction could face scrutiny under European Union airline ownership rules.

Meanwhile, Ryanair also reported weaker earnings, with quarterly profit falling 34% to €538 million after higher jet fuel costs during the Iran conflict. Despite the higher costs, both airlines said demand strengthened during the summer travel season.

“Pricing has been attractive, driving strong late booking demand for our flights and holidays,” easyJet chief executive Kenton Jarvis said.

“Our recent experience is that bookings become strong in the month of departure,” he said. “So I expect that as we move through August, bookings will be above where they were at this time last year.”

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