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€22 Million Mixed-Use Tower Planned In Neapolis, Limassol

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 4, 2026

This new €22 million mixed-use tower is set to transform Limassol’s Neapolis area, marking a significant investment in the city’s emerging skyline. Developed by P.G. Economides Properties Ltd, the project has secured Environmental Authority approval and is poised to commence a 28‐month construction phase following permit issuance.

Project Overview

The development will be built on a 3,123 square metre plot along 28 October Avenue, one of Limassol’s main coastal roads. According to the environmental assessment study, the tower will reach a height of about 87 metres. The building will include a ground floor, mezzanine level, 18 upper floors, a roof garden, and two underground levels primarily used for parking and service areas. The project is designed to accommodate both office and commercial activities.

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Design And Layout

The two basement levels will cover approximately 4,780 square metres and will mainly serve as parking and support areas. The ground floor, with an area of about 651 square metres, will include a reception area, dining space, and additional parking facilities.

A mezzanine level will provide extra space for dining and terrace seating. The upper floors will be used primarily for office space, with a total office area of approximately 7,470 square metres. Certain levels will also include shared facilities as well as areas designated for events and reception functions.

The roof garden will include landscaped areas together with shared spaces and technical infrastructure.

Strategic Location And Connectivity

The tower will be located in a mixed-use urban zone that already includes residential buildings, offices, and tourism-related businesses along Limassol’s seafront.

Access to the site will be provided through Dandi Street to the east and Raphael Street to the north. The location also offers proximity to Griva Digeni Avenue and nearby commercial landmarks, including the Oval building. The Vathia Potamos area is located approximately 77 metres to the east of the site.

Parking And Accessibility

In addition to the extensive parking accommodations offering 146 parking spaces (including provisions for persons with disabilities), the project also supports alternative transportation needs, featuring dedicated spaces for 20 bicycles and 15 mopeds. Such forward-thinking planning reinforces the development’s commitment to accessibility and urban mobility.

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Cyprus Introduces €200 Million Support Measures To Cut Energy And Food Costs

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 27, 2026

Comprehensive Relief Measures For A Resilient Economy

The government of Cyprus introduced support measures exceeding €200 million to reduce household expenses and support key sectors. The package targets energy costs, food prices, tourism and agriculture. Measures come in response to rising costs and supply pressures. Implementation begins in April and May 2026.

Energy And Fiscal Reforms

The government will reduce VAT on electricity for households to 5% from May 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The measure is expected to lower energy bills. Special consumption tax on transport fuels will decrease by 8.33 cents per liter between April and June 2026. Policy targets fuel-related costs.

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Broadening The Zero VAT Initiative

Authorities will expand the list of products with zero VAT. Meat, poultry and fish will be included from April 1 to September 30, 2026. Existing zero-VAT categories already include fruits and vegetables. The government also decided not to introduce a green tax on fuels, avoiding an additional cost of about 9 cents per liter.

Sector-Specific Supports

The package includes a 30% wage subsidy for hotel employees for April 2026. Measure supports tourism businesses during the early season. Support for airlines aims to maintain connectivity with key destinations. The agriculture sector will receive subsidies covering 15% of costs for fertilizers and supplies in April and May.

Economic Stability, National Security

President Nikos Christodoulidis said economic stability remains a priority for the government. He noted that growth, fiscal balance and inflation trends support current policy decisions. Statement links economic policy with broader national priorities. The government continues to monitor external risks.

Ensuring Consumer Protection

Furthermore, the government has mandated rigorous market oversight and intensified inspections to prevent exploitative pricing during this period of economic intervention. This proactive stance ensures that the benefits of the measures directly serve the citizens without unintended inflationary impacts.