2 Cyprus Logistics Infrastructure
Cyprus Logistics Infrastructure
The following sections contain information on the logistics infrastructure of Cyprus
2.1 Cyprus Port Assessment
Cyprus Port Assessment
Cyprus’ strategic location makes it invaluable as a trade and
logistics hub. The upgrading of all its key infrastructural
facilities such as ports, airports, roads and telecommunications
has given the island the impetus it needs to take the sector a step
further.
Cyprus is an island nation heavily dependent on international trade
and its advanced transport sector has played a significant role in
its economic development. The country’s flourishing shipping
industry, expanding ports and airports as well as its cargo
handling facilities present businesses with efficient sea and air
logistics solutions.
The island has a fully upgraded port system, including the
multipurpose ports of Limassol with an annual capacity of 600,000
twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU), Larnaca with an annual capacity
of 250,000 TEUs, the industrial port of Vassilikos and the
specialised oil terminals of Larnaca, Dhekelia and Moni. These are
all owned and managed by the Cyprus Ports Authority, which handled
7.1 million metric tonnes of cargo in 2011. Some 100 international
shipping lines include Cyprus in their regular schedules, and in
2011 approximately 4,250 ships called at Cypriot ports.
The government has invested heavily in the transport infrastructure
and is funding an on-going €80 million project to develop Limassol
port. This involves deepening the container terminal basin and the
entrance channel, the construction of a new passenger terminal and
a luxury marina project. The extension of the west basin quay is
expected to be completed in 2014. Limassol port is the main port of
Cyprus, providing services to ships, loading and unloading of cargo
and passenger traffic. The strategic position of Limassol port,
Cyprus’ EU membership and the deregulation of port services lend
very optimistic prospects to the future of the port and to the
cargo and passenger traffic that pass through it.
The second largest port of Larnaca has also undergone significant
improvements over recent years. The further development of the port
has been an important priority for the Cyprus Ports Authority,
while the Government has been promoting the development of Larnaca
marina. After two years of negotiations the government has signed a
€700 million agreement with a private consortium to develop both
the Larnaca port and marina. Following various studies, Larnaca
will be converted into the main port for cruise lines and passenger
traffic, with certain trade activities covering local cargoes and
needs. Today it is a multipurpose port handling various types of
cargo including unpacked (animal fodder, grain, gypsum),
conventional (lumber, iron, fertilizers, automobiles) and oil
products.
Development plans for Vassilikos include the construction of a
major oil and gas import and distribution terminal, which is set to
be completed in 2014. The Vassilikos area is also the main port for
industrial and dirty bulk cargo, catering to various types of
imports and exports, with the primary export cargo being cement
with 350,000 tonnes.
For information on Cyprus Port contact details, please see the following link:
2.1.1 Cyprus Port of Limassol
Cyprus Port of Limassol
Key port information can also be found at: Maritime Database Wesbite information on Cyprus Port of Limassol
Port Overview:
Limassol Port, also known as the New Lemessos Port, is situated
west of Limassol. It is the biggest port in Cyprus and has the
largest range of facilities. It handles almost all passenger boat
traffic into and out of Cyprus, including cruise ships and ferry
connection with Greece, Israel, Egypt and Lebanon.
Services available at the port include:
- Tourist information desk
- Foreign-currency exchange bureau
- Public telephones
- Duty Free shops
- Bank
- Cafeteria
- Health Inspector’s office
- First aid centre
- Car insurance office
- Taxi and bus services are available to the town centre
Port website: Cyprus Ports Authority Website
Port Location and Contacts |
|
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Country |
Cyprus |
Province or District |
Limassol |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Vasilikos, Lemesos km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
Port of Limassol |
Latitude |
34.65 |
Longitude |
33.01667 |
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Cyprus Ports Authority |
Management Contact Person |
n/a |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations |
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Cyprus Ports Authority was established in 1973 on the basis
of the 1973 Ports Authority Law. This was a result of a clause in a
Loan granted to the Republic of Cyprus by the World Bank for
Reconstruction and Development in 1969, for the construction of
(Lemesos) Limassol and Larnaka ports. The Bank had asked for the
creation of an independent and flexible organisation free of pubic
sector bureaucratic procedures and which could operate on a
commercial basis.
Cyprus Ports Authority is a Public Sector Entity set up by law and
governed by a nine-member Board (Chairman, Vice-Chairman and seven
members) appointed by the Council of Ministers for a three-year
term. The Board applies the policies of the Government according to
the Authority’s legislation. These policies are conveyed and
supervised by the Minister of Communication and Works.
The Authority is the competent entity to administer, operate and
develop the ports, as well as to facilitate international shipping
aids and issue licences for pilotage.
The Authority has a double role:
(a) It exercises public power
(b) It provides commercial and financial services
In its public power role, the Authority is the owner of the ports
and lighthouses as well as being the regulator of port services
rendered. Within the framework of this role, the Authority:
- Plans, develops and manages port infrastructure.
- Provides licences for the use of port land, and the provision of services in the ports under its jurisdiction.
- Provides licences for the provision of port services and for the construction of works in port areas.
- Provides public/non financial activities.
As well as the above role, the Authority provides commercial/financial/port services. The main ones are:
- Ship pilotage
- Ship towage and mooring
- Use of gantry cranes and large mobile cranes
- Reception, storage and delivery of cargo
Within the jurisdiction of the Authority are the commercial ports of Lemesos (Limassol) and Larnaka, the old port of Lemesos (Limassol), the Paphos port, the Latchi fishing harbour and the oil terminals at Vassiliko and Moni. Further, the lighthouses at Cape Greco, Cape Kiti, Cape Gata, Paphos and Akamas also come under its jurisdiction.
For information on Cyprus Port of Limassol contact details, please see the following link:
4.3 Cyprus Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
For information on Port of Limassol performance figures, please see the following documents:
Port of Limassol Cargo Performance Jan - Jun 2013
Port of Limassol Containers Performance Jan - Jun 2013
Port of Limassol General Performance Graphs Sept 2013
Port of Limassol Number of Ships Jan - Jun 2013
Port of Limassol Passengers Performance Jan - Jun 2013
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.
Berthing Specifications
For the purchase of affording service to ships/cargoes and port
users, the Authority provides its own modern equipment manned by
its own personnel.
The floating equipment provided by the Authority for facilitating
the mooring of ships is:
Tug Boats:
- "OTHELLO" 1300BHP- Boll pull 16TNS
- "PRINIAS" 3500BHP- Boll pull 35TNS
- "ASPELIA" 3500BHP- Boll pull 35TNS
Pilot Ships:
- "ALASIA"
- "AKAMANTIS"
For auxiliary purposes the Authority provides also the "ACHEON
AKTI" and the multipurpose boat "NEREUS".
The land based equipment for the loading/unloading of cargo
includes:
- Two gantry cranes "Reggianne" of 40 tons hoisting power installed on the eastern quay in 1984.
- Two gantry cranes "Panamax" by "Ceretti Tanfani" of 40 tons hoisting installed at first on the eastern quay and transferred to the western quay in 1996.
- Two gantry cranes "Panamax" by "Ceretti Tanfani" of 45 tons hoisting installed on the souhtern quay in 1996.
- Two mobile cranes DEMAG 27 and DEMAG 28 of 21 tons and 40 tons hoisting power respectively. They are used mainly for loading/unloading of conventional cargo.
- One mobile crane GOTTWALD of 35 tons hoisting power.
- One mobile crane on rails STOTHERT & PIT (Luffing Crane) of 35 tons hoisting power which was installed on the western quay in 1974.
If the needs of the port are not satisfied by the Authority’s equipment then private licensed cranes are mobilized, for which the Authority levies royalties.
For emergency purposes or in the event of interruption of the electricity supply, the Authority equipped itself with a mobile generator of 750KVA capacity and thereafter with yet another three generators of 8KVA, 40KVA and 60KVA capacity, respectively. At Lemesos port there is a medium voltage (11KV) network installed which supplies nine substations through underground cables. Most of the substations of the Authority are on a ring circuit for unimpeded electricity supply.
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
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Conventional Berth |
2 | Length 880m, (North quay 430m. and West quay 450m.) | Depth alongside of 11m to 13m |
Container Berth |
2 | Total length of 1100m, (East quay 480m. and New West quay 620m.) | East quay with a depth alongside of 11m , New West quay with a depth alongside of 14m |
Tanker Berths |
1 | 50m long at a 60cm height above seawater | Depth of 14m. |
Dolphin berths | 5 | Maximum ship’s displacement 20,000 tons free surface expose to air 5000sq. m. | Depth of 11m |
Berthing Tugs |
2 x Bollard Pull 35 Tons (BHP 3500) 1 x Bollard Pull 16.5 Tons (BHP 1320) |
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Pilot boats | 6 | ||
Mooring Boats |
2 | ||
Water Barges | 1 ( ACHEON AKTI) , multipurpose boat "NEREUS" |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Total quay length 880m, (North quay 430m. and West quay 450m.)
Depth alongside of 11m to 13m served by:
- 1x35t rail mounted slewing crane
- mobile x 40t, 2x40t
- mobile cranes 1x21t mobile crane
- private cranes up to 110 tons. (1x100t mobile, 5x40t mobile, 2x35t mobile, 1x25t mobile, 6x6t mobile,
- 31 x 1.5-4 tons forklifts.
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately? n/a
Tanker Berths:
Conventional buoy berths for oil discharging only.
- Moni EAC (Electricity Authority of Cyprus);
- Moni Cement Plant;
- Akrotiri BSBA: (British Sovereign Base Area)
Ro-Ro Berths:
- Ro-Ro vessels can be accommodated at any quay. However a 50m long at a 60cm height above seawater. Ro-Ro berth also available, with a depth of 14m.
Dolphin Berths:
- There are five dolphin berths at the south end of the west basin, with a depth of 11m alongside. Maximum ship’s displacement 20,000 tons free surface expose to air 5000sq. m.
Equipment |
Available (Yes / No) |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Rail mounted slewing crane |
1 x 35 tons |
n/a |
Container Gantries |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Mobile Cranes |
Rail mounted slewing crane, mobile Mobile cranes Private Mobile cranes |
1 x 40 tons
2 x 40 tons 1 x 21 tons
5 x 40 tons 2 x 25 tons 6 x 6 tons |
n/a |
Reachstacker |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Transtrainer |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Forklifts |
Yes |
31 x 1.5-4 tons |
n/a |
Container Facilities
Total length of 1100m, (East quay 480m. and New West quay 620m.) East quay with a depth alongside of 11m served by 2x40 tons Gantry cranes. New West quay with a depth alongside of 14m served by 2x40 tons Panamax and 2x45t Post Panamax quay cranes.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes | Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes | Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
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Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day) |
n/a | |
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points) |
n/a | |
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication) |
n/a | |
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift) |
n/a | n/a |
Customs Guidance
For information on Cyprus Port of Limassol Customs information, please see the following link:
1.3 Cyprus Customs Information
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Conventional buoy berths for oil discharging only.
- Moni EAC (Electricity Authority of Cyprus);
- Moni Cement Plant;
- Akrotiri BSBA: (British Sovereign Base Area)
Main Storage Terminal
In the land area of the Port, the Authority has covered and open
spaces for the storage of cargo.
Covered spaces comprising 5 warehouses of total area 39760sq.
m.
- Warehouse No.1 7200m²
- Warehouse No.2 6080m²
- Warehouse No.3 10000m²
- Warehouse No.4 10080m²
- Warehouse No.5 6400m²
Part of the warehouse No.2 was assigned to the British Bases for their own cargo traffic while the remainder was assigned to the Customs and Excise Department for the auctioning of cargo which remains in the port area in excess of prescribed time (Republic Bonded Warehouse).
- Open storage spaces, for conventional cargo of 157000m²
- Stacking areas for containers 344400m²
- There are also 299 electricity supply points for containers-refrigerators.
- Paved area for general cargo: 57.000sq. m
- Stacking area for containers: 342.500sq. m
Container Freight Station: 37.600sq.m (includes open and shedded
areas/sheds no.3 and 4).
NB: Due to upgrading of stacking areas the above will be
revised
Stevedoring
Services offered by Stevedoring Company: Tel. 00357 25877144
Fax. 00357 25877146
However shipping agents may act as master stevedores for their
vessels
Port Security
In accordance with EU directives as well as with the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS), the Authority has proceeded to the following measures at Lemesos Port:
- Checking and control of entry/exit to the Port by Security Guards on a 24 hour basis, 7 days a week
- The control of people entering the port area is done via entry cards issued by the Authority
- At the main entrance to the port there is a closed circuit surveillance and recording on video tape. The installation of a closed circuit surveillance of the whole of the port area and of the fence area are at the development process. (second phase)
- Installation of a ‘’hot’’ telephone line at the port entrance.
- Reinforcement of the fence of the port area
- Increase of security personnel.
- Modification of the Passenger’s Terminal in line with the provision of the Schengen Treaty.
- For port security purposes there are frequent patrols by security guards and by members of Port and Nautical Police Force.
- The Authority has installed a Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Radar system for the continuous monitoring and recording of ship and boat traffic at the port and at the roadstead. The monitoring Station is manned by Authority officials on a 24 hour basis.
- To cover the eventuality of nuclear cargo traffic the Customs Department has installed special tracking pylons at the port area.
For port security, the Authority has a responsible official who is in charge of the Security Guards.
2.1.2 Cyprus Port of Larnaca
Cyprus Port of Larnaca
Key port information can also be found at: Maritime Database information on the Port of Larnaca
Port Overview:
Larnaca Port is located approximately 2km east of Larnaca and 5km from Larnaca International Airport, it is the closest port to the capital Nicosia. Situated on the South coast of Cyprus and sheltered by two breakwaters. Anchorage is an open roadstead with no draft limitation. This breakwater port, with an approach channel entrance of a minimum width of 160m, is dredged to 12m and vessels with a maximum draft of 11m and L.O.A. up to 185m can be accommodated anywhere along its fixed quays under any conditions. While RO/RO vessels can be operated anywhere on quay, special RO/RO facilities are available in the southern basin of the port. It is an orderly functioning and tidy port, providing personal and quality service geared to meet vessels’ special operational requirements.
- Maximum L.O.A : 250m
- Maximum Beam: Unrestricted
- Tidal range and flow: Range 0.4m
Maximum arrival draft:
- Container quay: 11.40m
- Old quay: 9.30m
- Floating pontoons: 6.50m
Port website: Cyprus Ports Authority Website
Port Location and Contacts |
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Country |
Cyprus |
Province or District |
Larnaca |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Nicosia km: 2km east |
Port's Complete Name |
Port of Larnaca |
Latitude |
34.91667 |
Longitude |
33.63333 |
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Cyprus Ports Authority |
Management Contact Person |
cpa@cpa.gov.cy |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations |
Airport Name: Larnaca International Airport Airlines: n/a |
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For information on Cyprus Port of Larnaca contact details, please see the following link:
4.3 Cyprus Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
For information on Port of Larnaca perfromace details, please see the following documents:
Port of Larnaca Performance Graphs
Handling Figures |
Year 2012 |
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
530 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
100 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk |
Year 2012 |
---|---|
Total Cargo Handling (MT) |
740,551 |
Total Oil Handled |
1,046,574 |
Passengers | 44,055 |
Berthing Specifications
For information on Port of Larnaca Berthing details, please see the following link:
Port of
Larnaca Berthing Website
Two quays with a total length of 666m, and a depth alongside of 10-12m, provide accommodation for general cargo vessels (container, ro-ro, conventional, etc.) and passenger carriers. An additional 100m two sided quayage is provided for the accommodation of smaller vessels by use of pontoons, width 23m, depth alongside of 6,5m.
- Pilotage: Compulsory- pilots VHF channel 14
- Berthing and Unberthing: Between 06:00 and 23:00
- Medical Facilities: Available
- Fresh Water: Available
- Provisions/Stores/Bunkers: Available
- Crew changes: Can be effected
- Ship and cargo survey: Can be effected
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
1 | 340m | 12m |
Container Berth |
1 | 326m | 10m |
Silo Berth |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Berthing Tugs |
3 tug boats of 600, 1300 and 3500 Brake Horse Power for serving the ships 2 pilot boats for transporting the pilots. |
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Water Barges |
n/a |
General Cargo Handling Berths
At the port there are three closed warehouses, two of which are located at the north quay each having an area of 3170sq. m and one at the south quay of the order of 11.500 sq. m. There are also paved open storage spaces of the order of 150.000 sq. m as well as non-paved spaces of the order of 65.000m2.
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately? n/a
South quay of length 340m, water depth 12m and equipped with two
gantry cranes of 40 tons, 1 crane on rails of 45 tons as well as a
ramp of 25m width suitable for ro-ro ships.
North quay 326m, water depth 10m and equipped with crane on rails
(Luffing Crane) of 35 tons able to serve loads 150m to the western
part of the quay.
Equipment |
Available (Yes / No) |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes - Ramp crane Luffing Crane |
2 x 40 tons
1 x 35 tons |
n/a |
Container Gantries |
Yes |
2 x 40 tons |
n/a |
Mobile Cranes |
Yes - Crane on rails |
1 x 45 tons |
n/a |
Reachstacker |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Transtrainer |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Forklifts |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
yes |
yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
no | no |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
no | no |
Other Capacity Details |
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Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day) |
n/a | |
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points) |
n/a | |
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication) |
n/a | |
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift) |
n/a | n/a |
Customs Guidance
For information on Cyprus Port of Larnaca Customs information, please see the following link:
1.3 Cyprus Customs Information
Port Security
In accordance with EU directives and the Schengen Treaty, as well as the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code), the Authority has proceeded to the following measures at Larnaka Port:
- Checking and control of entry/exit to the Port by Security Guard on a 24 hour basis, seven days a week.
- The control of people entering the port area is done via entry cards issued by the Authority.
- A closed circuit surveillance system has been installed at the port’s entrance, which monitors and records on video tape. The installation of a closed circuit surveillance system monitoring the whole port area and the fence, are at the development process (second phase).
- Installation of a "hot" telephone line between the port’s entrance and the Port Police Station.
- Reinforcement of the fence of the port area.
For port security purposes there are frequent patrols by
Security Guards and by members of the Port and Nautical Police
Force.
The authority has appointed a responsible official for the port’s
security, who is in charge of the Security Guards.
2.2 Cyprus Aviation
Cyprus Aviation
Key
airport information may also be found at: World Aero Data
Website information on
Cyprus
In 1999, Cyprus had 12 airports with paved runways. Of them,
seven had runways of lengths between 2,438 and 3,047 metres, one
had a length between 1,524 and 2,437 metres, three had lengths
between 914 and 1524 metres, and one had a length less than 914
metres.
Of the three airports with unpaved runways, two had lengths less
than 914 metres and one had a length between 914 and 1524
metres.
In 1999, Cyprus had six heliports and two international airports:
Larnaca International Airport and Paphos International Airport.
Nicosia International Airport has been closed since 1974.
The main airport of the newly established Republic of Cyprus in
1960 was in Nicosia. It was built during the British Administration
of the island and served both Civil Aviation and the Royal Air
Force (RAF). The development of the Nicosia Airport was linked to
the growing tourist industry and in the late 60's a new terminal
building was commissioned. Unfortunately, the course of events
changed due to the Turkish invasion of 1974 after which, the
premises of the airport came under United Nations administration.
As a result, since February 1975, air traffic was catered for
through the Larnaka Airport which was created at the site of an
airport and landing strip of the RAF which had been abandoned in
the late 40s. The Pafos Airport opened for operations in November
1983 to primarily serve the tourism industry of the region of
Pafos.
As a tourist and island nation, Cyprus is highly dependent on
aviation. The majority of passengers use air transport to arrive to
Cyprus. The rise of tourism in Cyprus unfortunately was not matched
by simultaneous development of airport infrastructure. Often,
problems that would arise during peak hours created a negative
image to the traveling public. It was deemed necessary to further
develop the airports. In order to avoid burdening the national
Budget, and by example of international practice, the Government
decided to involve the private sector in the development of the two
airports in 2001.
The modernization process of the Cypriot airports at Larnaka and
Pafos has progressed with the selection of the private consortium
Hermes Airports, which has undertaken the construction of new
facilities via the method of B.O.T (Build, Operate, Transfer) and
the management of the above airports for a time span of 25 years,
ratified by an agreement that was signed on May 12, 2006. The
consortium had taken over existing facilities after having made
improvements to them, up until the construction of the new
facilities.
Hermes Airports has completed the construction of new facilities at
Larnaka and Pafos in accordance with the agreed time frame and the
general master plan prepared by the company ADP (Aeroport de
Paris). The new terminal building at Larnaka Airport was
commissioned in November 2009 and has a capacity of 7.5 million
passengers per year. Provisions for further expansion and
construction of a second parallel runway are envisaged for the
future if deemed necessary. The new building at Pafos Airport
started operations in November 2008 and the terminal building has a
capacity of 2.7 million passengers per year. The size of the two
terminal buildings is such that with respect to passenger
convenience, and according to the specifications of the
International Air Transport Association (IATA), the level of
service provided is B and C , for Larnaka and Pafos
respectively.
Up to the time after which the management of the airports was
granted to the company Hermes (12/05/2006), the Department of Civil
Aviation was responsible for their operation. In light of the new
state of play, the Department’ s role has been modified, and it now
has a supervisory role in matters concerning Civil Aviation
(Security) and licensing/certification of airports in accordance
with Annex 14 (Aerodromes) of the Treaty of Chicago.
Concurrently, in 2008 the monopoly in the area of ground handling
and ramp aircraft servicing changed following the release of
tenders after which two private consortia undertook the work.
Authorization to conduct the work is valid for seven years and both
the Department and the airport operator have a supervisory role
exercising quality control for the provision of the said
services.
The liberalization of air transport, combined with the development
of the airports is expected to create opportunities to transform
Cyprus into a regional transit hub between Europe and the Middle
East. The modern facilities of the two new airports, which provide
a high level of service, will contribute decisively in order to
achieve this goal.
For information on Cyprus Department of Civil Aviation, please see the following documents:
Department of Civil Aviation Information
Department of Civil Aviation Information Structure
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.
For information on Cyprus aviaiton contact details, please see the following link:
2.2.1 Cyprus Larnaca International Airport
Cyprus Larnaca International Airport
Larnaca International Airport (Greek: Διεθνής Aερολιμένας
Λάρνακας; Turkish: Larnaka Uluslararası Havaalanı) (IATA: LCA,
ICAO:LCLK) is an international airport located 4 km (2.5 mi)
southwest of Larnaca, Cyprus. Larnaca International Airport is
Cyprus' main international gateway and the larger of the country's
two commercial airports, the other being Paphos International
Airport on the island's southwestern coast. The airport has one
primary passenger terminal. Departures are accommodated on the
upper level, while arrivals at the ground level. A second "VIP
terminal" also exists, which is used for visiting Heads of State,
some private aviation, and for cargo.
The airport utilises a single large apron for all passenger
aircraft. There are 16 jetways (boarding bridges), connecting the
main terminal with aircraft, while there is a provision for
utilization of shuttle buses to convey passengers during hours of
extreme traffic. Infrastructure also features a large engineering
hangar, a cargo terminal, and separate facilities for fuelling and
provisioning light aircraft. There is a second, smaller apron where
cargo aircraft and private aircraft are often parked. There are
also spaces for smaller aircraft for flying schools and privately
owned aircraft separate from the main two aprons.
Location Details | |||
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Country | Cyprus | Latitude | 34.87889 |
Province / District | Larnaca | Longitude | 33.63028 |
Town or City (Closest) | Nicosia | Elevation (ft and m) | 8 ft 2 m |
Airfield Name | Larnaca International Airport | IATA and ICAO Codes | IATA: LCA, ICAO: LCLK |
Open From (hours) | 24hrs | Open To (hours) | 24hrs |
Runways
For additional information on Cyprus Larnaca International Airport runways, please see the following documents:
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.
Runway #22 |
|
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Runway Dimensions |
3044m (Usable length 2804m) x 45m |
Orientation |
n/a |
Surface |
ASPHALT |
Runway #2 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
2980m x 45m |
Orientation |
n/a |
Surface |
ASPHALT |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Airfield Data:
- Fire Category 8
- Emergency Services: Yes
- Navigational Aids: VOR-DME, NDB
- Noise Restrictions: None
- Aircraft Maintenance: Yes
- Runway 1: Heading 04/22, 2 980m (9 776ft), 80/F/D/W/U, ICAO Cat. 4E, Aircraft size max: All, ILS CAT I, Lighting: Rwy edge lighting, Simple approach lighting, Papis
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax transport to airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
For information on Cyprus Larnaca International Airport performance figures, please see the following document:
Larnaca International Airport Perfromance
Performance |
Annual Figures |
Monthly* | Daily* |
---|---|---|---|
Total aircraft movements |
53,591 (2011) | 4,466 | 147 |
Total passengers |
5,116,224 (2012) | 426,352 | 14,017 |
Total capacity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
40 000 Tons | 3,333 | 106 |
Current activity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
37,500 Tons | 3,125 | 103 |
Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS) |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
*Please note: the monthly and daily performance figures have been calculated using the annual figures provided in the old DLCA
Airfield Cost
For information on Cyprus Larnaca International Airport Charges, please see the following documents:
Security
Level: Good
For information on Cyprus Larnaca security additional information, please see the following document:
Larnaca Airport Safety and Secutiry Information
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.
Companies Available
For information on Larnaca International Airport contact details, please see the following link:
4.4 Cyprus Airport Company Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight information for Cyprus
2.2.2 Cyprus Paphos International Airport
Cyprus Paphos International Airport
Paphos International Airport (Greek: Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Πάφου;
Turkish: Baf Uluslararası Havaalanı) (IATA: PFO, ICAO: LCPH) is
located 6.5 km (4.0 mi) southeast of the city of Paphos, Cyprus. It
is the country's second largest airport, after Larnaca
International Airport. Paphos Airport is commonly used by tourists
on holiday in western Cyprus, providing access to popular resorts
such as Coral Bay, Limassol and Paphos itself.
In May 2006, Hermes Airports Limited took over the construction,
development and operation of both Larnaca and Paphos airports for a
period of 25 years. A new terminal opened at Paphos in November
2008.
According to the airport operator, Paphos Airport served 1,744,011
passengers in 2007. Passenger facilities include 28 check-in desks,
seven gates, 22 aircraft stands, a bank, restaurants, cafeterias,
bars, a duty free shop and a gift shop. Other facilities include a
tourist help desk, car rental, first aid, a baby/parent room and
disabled access facilities.
Refrigerated storage, health officials, and X-ray equipment are
among some of the facilities provided for cargo. Furthermore,
loading platforms and forklifts are also available.
A new four-lane road is being planned to link the airport and
Paphos so passengers and staff can avoid using the B6 Main road and
the E603 secondary road which are often heavily congested.
On 10 January 2012, Ryanair announced they were to open their 50th
base in Paphos. In April 2012, they placed 2 aircraft in Paphos
with 15 new routes, offering over 80 flights a week. Ryanair claim
the reason they opened the base in Paphos was due to reduced
landing charges offered by Hermes' incentive scheme, as well as the
fact that they can easily operate within their standards (e.g.
their typical 25 minutes turnaround time).
Location Details | |||
---|---|---|---|
Country | Cyprus | Latitude | 34.71833 |
Province / District | Paphos | Longitude | 32.485 |
Town or City (Closest) | Coral Bay, Limassol | Elevation (ft and m) | 12 meters |
Airfield Name | Paphos International Airport | IATA and ICAO Codes | IATA: PFO, ICAO: LCPH |
Open From (hours) | 24 hrs | Open To (hours) | 24 hrs |
Runways
For additional information on Cyprus Larnaca International Airport runways, please see the following documents:
Runway #1 - 11 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
2700m x 45m |
Orientation |
n/a |
Surface |
ASPHALT |
Runway #2 - 29 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
2900m x 45m |
Orientation |
n/a |
Surface |
ASPHALT |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Fire Category 7
Navigational Aids: VOR-DME, NDB
Runway 1: Heading 11/29, 2 700m (8 858ft), 080/F/C/W/T, ICAO Cat.
4, Aircraft size max: All, ILS, Lighting: White Omni-Directional
VRB
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax transport to airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
For information on Cyprus Paphos International Airport performance figures, please see the following document:
Paphos Airport
Performance Figures
Performance |
Annual Figures |
Monthly* | Daily* |
---|---|---|---|
Total aircraft movements |
11,951 (2011) | 996 | 33 |
Total passengers |
2,242,797 (2012) | 186,900 | 6,145 |
Total capacity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Current activity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS) |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
*Please note: the monthly and daily performance figures have been calculated using the annual figures provided in the old DLCA
Airfield Cost
For information on Cyprus Paphos Airport charges, please see the following documents:
PLEASE NOTE: Charges are the same for Larnaca Airport
Security
Level: Good
Security measures are applied at Larnaka and Pafos Airports in order to prevent and safeguard Civil Aviation against acts of unlawful interference. The appropriate authority to define and supervise the above measures is the Civil Aviation Department and the Police Force which is the department to enforce the above measures.
Companies Available
For information on Paphos International Airport contact details, please see the following link:
4.2.4 Cyprus Airport Company Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight information for Cyprus
2.3 Cyprus Road Network
Cyprus Road Network
For information on Cyprus Road Network contact details, please see the following link:
4.1 Cyprus Government Contact List
Since the arrival of the first motor cars on the island in 1907, Cyprus has developed one of the most modern road networks in Europe. According to 2002 statistics, the road network in the Republic of Cyprus-administered areas of Cyprus consists of about 7,206 km of paved and 4,387 km of unpaved roads. Although the first motorway in Cyprus, A1, was completed as recently as October 1985, the country already has the most motorway km per capita (38.6 km /100,000 inhabitants) amongst all European Union members. There are no toll paying roads in Cyprus to date.
For information on Cyprus Road Network Construction Projects, please see the following documents:
Cyprus Road Construction Projects
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.
Distance Matrix
Road Security
Level: Good
For information on Cyprus Road Secutiry and Safety information, please see the following documents:
Cyprus Road Safety and Security
Road Class and Surface Conditions
Roads and Motorways in Cyprus can be classified into 5 main categories:
- Motorways, 2 lanes per direction, free of any at-grade intersections. They are the most important road network on the island, and the letter "A" is used on their official numbering system. Motorways usually run parallel to the same-number "B class" intercity roads that they replaced and sometimes these roads are even transformed to Motorways (e.g. A3 Motorway and B3 road). While there is no formal announcement about the numbering of new motorways under construction and under planning, it's anticipated that they will have the same number as their current main road. So Limassol - Saittas Motorway will be coded A8 because A is the letter of Motorways and 8 because it will "replace" B8 road.
- Main Roads, Intercity roads, mostly one lane per direction, except sometimes in residential areas up to two lanes. B is the letter used in their official numbering system, with a number up to two digits long. Most of them have been replaced with their same-number Motorway (e.g. Traffic from Nicosia to Limassol now uses the A1 Motorway while in the past B1 road was the main connection between these cities)."B type" roads can be also main avenues within the city limits.
- Roads, secondary road network, mostly connecting rural areas. One lane per direction, always paved. They use the letter "E" in their formal numbering system and they are 3 digits long. First digit is the serial number of the main road that the secondary road begins from (or the secondary road, that begins at another secondary road which begins at a main road etc.) and the last two digits is the serial number of the road. Smaller digits where the main road begins, larger ones near main road's ending.
- Local roads, when coded during the 80's one lane and often dirt roads, today almost completely paved, and waiting for letter re - evaluation. They use "F" in the official coding system, and they are counted in the same way as "E"s are. There is no "E" with the same number as an "F".
- Unclassified roads. They can be "B" and "E" type. The case here is that these roads were constructed after the road network was numbered, so they will remain without a serial number and road signs will remain with gaps until the next road numbering evaluation.
For information on Cyprus Road Network Additional Details, please see the following documents:
Cyprus International Border ESBA
Cyprus International Border TRNC
Cyprus International Border UN Buffer Zone
Cyprus International Corridors Leading to the Country and Motorways information
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.