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Hellenic Bank And Eurobank Cyprus: Ushering In A New Era For Cypriot Finance

Hellenic Bank has secured all essential supervisory approvals to finalize its merger with Eurobank Cyprus on September 1. This pivotal consolidation marks the beginning of a transformative chapter in Cyprus’ banking sector.

Regulatory Endorsement And Seamless Asset Transfer

In accordance with the Transfer of Banking Business and Collateral of 1997, all assets and liabilities of Eurobank Cyprus will be seamlessly transferred to Hellenic Bank on the designated date. This strategic move ushers in a robust financial institution poised to offer upgraded banking and insurance services, supporting the broader economic growth of Cyprus.

Strategic Consolidation And Enhanced Market Position

The merger represents more than a structural consolidation; it is a visionary leap towards creating a modern entity capable of responding to evolving market dynamics. With integrated banking and insurance operations, the newly formed institution is expected to deliver comprehensive solutions to meet contemporary financial needs.

Rebranding To Reflect A Forward-Thinking Vision

In parallel with the merger, the bank is progressing with a rebranding initiative from Hellenic Bank Public Company Ltd to Eurobank Limited. This change is emblematic of the Eurobank Group’s strategic vision, characterized by dynamism, technological innovation, and a customer-centric focus. The new brand identity is set to reinforce the group’s reputation for sustainable development and forward-thinking financial services.

A Vision For Sustainable Growth And Technological Advancement

Chief Executive Michalis Louis has described the merger as a historic milestone for Cyprus’ banking landscape. By integrating deep industry expertise, advanced technological capabilities, and a commitment to customer service, the new Eurobank Limited is poised to become the largest bancassurance organization on the island. This strategic consolidation reinforces Cyprus’ status as an international financial hub and signals a renewed focus on sustainable, technology-driven growth.

In conclusion, the merger and rebranding initiative articulate a clear commitment to delivering secure, innovative financial solutions, all while maintaining a seamless transition that honors the trust placed in the institution by customers, partners, and the wider community.

Women Accounted For More Than Half Of Scientists In 10 EU Regions

In Portugal’s Continente region, 265,100 women worked as scientists and engineers in 2025, representing 46% of the total workforce in these occupations.

Across the EU, women made up more than half of all scientists and engineers in 10 regions. Four were located in Spain, two in Portugal and one in Greece. The remaining regions were Poland’s Makroregion centralny, Sweden’s northernmost region and France’s outermost regions.

Most of these areas had relatively small numbers of scientists and engineers overall. Spain’s Noreste region was the largest, with 102,700 women in these occupations, accounting for 51% of its total workforce.

Women’s Representation Varies Across Europe

The figures highlight considerable regional differences in both the number of women working in science and engineering and their share of the overall workforce.

Cyprus remains below the EU average, with women accounting for 37.8% of scientists and engineers. However, this share is broadly comparable to that of Île-de-France, one of Europe’s largest centres of scientific and engineering employment.

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