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Electric Mobility Accelerates In Troodos With Pioneering Infrastructure Upgrade

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

December 29, 2025

Strategic Deployment Transforms Regional Accessibility

Electric mobility is taking a decisive turn in the Troodos region with the planned installation of 58 charging stations across 57 communities. This initiative, spearheaded by a tender from the Institute for Research and Development of Mediterranean Mountainous Areas, marks a significant advance in both local accessibility and sustainable transportation. Though the tender process briefly encountered legal challenges, the appeal was subsequently withdrawn, allowing progress to resume unimpeded.

Comprehensive Project Scope and Government Backing

The initiative encompasses not only the procurement and installation of charging infrastructure but also incorporates technical support and software management, including user training. In line with government ambitions, there is also a forthcoming plan to deploy 1,000 additional charging points across the region. Financial incentives under this scheme are available to public authorities, private enterprises, and other local entities for installations in public parking areas, municipal spaces, as well as designated private sites, including fuel stations. The project is slated to be executed in two phases with a total budget of €3.7 million.

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Market Dynamics and Emerging Trends

Analysis of recent registration data underscores the evolving landscape of vehicle electrification. Between 2020 and 2024, the proportion of electric vehicles remained modest, with less than 1% of total vehicle registrations in early years. However, data indicates an upward trend: in 2023, electric vehicles surpassed 1,000 registrations, accounting for 2.9% of total vehicles, a figure that reached 4.5% in 2024. Similar patterns are observed in the passenger car segment and among motorcycles, where electric models have seen rapidly increasing adoption.

Implications for Regional Development

The deployment of charging stations across Troodos not only facilitates local access to electric vehicle technology but also supports long-distance travelers needing reliable charging facilities. This infrastructure upgrade is a critical component of regional development strategies, reinforcing both the environmental and economic benefits of transitioning to cleaner energy solutions. As local governments and businesses embrace these initiatives, the region is set on a path towards sustainable growth, offering a model for communities worldwide.

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Cyprus Posts Record Annual Growth In Q4 2025, Outpacing EU Peers

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 16, 2026

Record Annual Growth In Q4 2025

According to Eurostat, Cyprus posted the strongest annual GDP growth among EU member states with available data in the fourth quarter of 2025. The economy expanded by 4.5% year on year, underscoring sustained economic momentum. Quarterly, GDP also advanced by 1.4% compared with the previous quarter, reinforcing the picture of steady expansion toward the end of the year.

Moderate Economic Expansion In The Eurozone And The EU

Across the euro area and the wider European Union, growth remained considerably more modest. Seasonally adjusted GDP in the eurozone increased by 0.3% quarter on quarter in Q4 2025, matching the 0.3% rise recorded across the EU. In the preceding quarter, growth reached 0.3% in the eurozone and 0.4% in the EU.

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On an annual basis, GDP rose by 1.3% in the eurozone and 1.5% in the EU during Q4 2025, slightly below the 1.4% and 1.6% increases registered in the previous quarter. For the full year 2025, preliminary estimates point to average growth of 1.5% in the eurozone and 1.6% in the EU, based on seasonally and calendar-adjusted data.

Marginal Increase In Employment

Labour market figures show a gradual but positive movement. In the fourth quarter of 2025, employment in both the eurozone and the EU rose by 0.2% compared with the prior quarter. Year-on-year employment gains reached 0.6% in the eurozone and 0.7% across the EU. Projections for the full year indicate overall employment growth of 0.7% in the eurozone and 0.5% in the EU.

Overall, the data highlight Cyprus’s notably faster growth pace relative to the European average, pointing to strong domestic performance even as broader regional expansion continues at a measured rate.