The House audit committee will discuss issues between the government and Kition Ocean Holdings regarding the revamp of the Larnaca port and marina, which has stalled over a contractual dispute. Earlier, Kition Ocean Holdings filed a case against the government for causing delays and breaching the contract. The government has been unwilling to meet the company to discuss a difference in a financial guarantee.
A €1.2 billion investment in the development of a port and marina in Larnaca is facing challenges as the state and Kition Ocean Holdings try to prevent a potential fiasco. The President of the Republic is involved in resolving the deadlock, with tensions rising after Kition refused to renew a port guarantee and made accusations against the government. Efforts are being made to find a resolution, with the President meeting with Kition officials and the Larnaca Development Committee convening to address the issues. The project is expected to start in June, and the Audit Service is monitoring the situation closely.
Petrolina is sponsoring the OPAP Limassol Marathon, including the “Petrolina 10K Energy Race” and the “Petrolina Energy Concert”. The marathon attracts thousands of runners from Cyprus and abroad.
Fact: Traffic arrangements have been announced for the Limassol marathon scheduled for the weekend of April 13 and 14.
Fact: The Karaiskakio Foundation and Ayia Napa Marina are co-organizing a charity event called “The Glowmorous Dinner” on June 21, 2024, to raise funds for the Foundation’s specialized Children’s Cancer Centre, featuring Greek singer Despina Vandi.
Fact: PASHIAS is a performance artist who uses his body as the primary material for creation.
Fact: Philosophy for Children trained educators Marina and Rebecca Katsaris will lead a workshop on April 13 at AG Leventis Gallery in Nicosia, focusing on helping children cultivate resilience and emotional flexibility through creative exploration of philosophical concepts.
A Russian descent vehicle landed safely in Kazakhstan with astronauts from Russia, Belarus, and the United States. The astronauts returned from the International Space Station, where they had been since last month.
The future of the €1.2 billion investment in the port and marina of Larnaca is uncertain, causing concerns among stakeholders. Larnaca Mayor and Chamber of Commerce president express disapproval over the lack of transparency in the agreement between the government and Kition Ocean Holdings. Larnaca MPs are pressuring for more information and updates on the project, highlighting the need for transparency and the importance of keeping stakeholders informed.
– Government officials estimated the damage to medicines in the flooded warehouse at €880,000.