We would like to inform you that the electronic newsletter “International Networking and Cooperation Opportunities” with selected partnering proposals from abroad has been published. To see the Edition of September 2023, please click HERE
The EEN Network is conducting a Survey to identify skills shortages in SMEs.
The purpose of the survey is to obtain information about the capacities and needs of SMEs, especially in EEN priority areas such as Sustainability, Digitalization and Resilience.
In order the results from the survey to be meaningful and representative, it is important to achieve the widest possible participation.
Please take a few minutes from your valuable time to fill in by tomorrow the Questionnaire found HERE
Thank you in advance for your collaboration.
Enterprise Europe Network – Cyprus
Proposed Restriction on the Use of Perfluoroalkyl Chemical Substances (Announcement ΚΧΠΑΥ/31)
We would like to inform you that a public consultation is underway to ban the use of Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in chemical mixtures and in objects. PFASs are highly resistant and persistent chemicals, meaning they remain in the environment longer than any other chemicals and accumulate in living things and in humans causing toxic effects. Some PFAS substances are toxic to reproduction and can damage embryo development, others can cause cancer, and some are suspected of interfering with the human endocrine (hormonal) system. It is important to minimize the release of such substances into soil and drinking water to reduce the likelihood of future irreversible damage.
In the context of the above consultation, the Department of Labor Inspection of the Ministry of Labor and Social Insurance reminds the affected industrialists, importers, distributors, the general public as well as the interested organizations or scientific groups that they can submit their comments or data on the restriction proposal by September 25, 2023, through the following ECHA website:https://echa.europa.eu/el/restrictions-under-consideration/-/substance-rev/72301/term
It is worth mentioning that special data are requested on the affected sectors, the estimated socio-economic costs, the proposed exemptions, the transition periods, the available analytical methods, the end-of-life emissions of the products, the effectiveness of waste management measures including incineration and the available alternative chemicals per area of use of PFAS.
It is noted that PFAS are widely used because they have unique properties such as stability under intense heat. Many of these are also surfactants and are used as water and grease repellents.
Some of the major industrial sectors using PFAS include the production of food contact materials, textiles, leather goods and clothing, construction and household products, electronics, firefighting, food processing, and medical goods.
Further information as well as information material on the proposed restriction can be found on the following websites of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA):
https://echa.europa.eu/el/hot-topics/perfluoroalkyl-chemicals-pfas
https://chemicalsinourlife.echa.europa.eu/why-we-care-about-forever-chemicals-and-why-you-should-too
For more information or questions, please contact the competent Officers of the Department of Labor Inspection at 22405609, 22405608.
From November 28th to 30th, 2023, the leading International Event EMC 2023 – Eastern Mediterranean Conference & Exhibition on Energy topics will take place in our country, under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy, Trade, and Industry of Cyprus and with the support of the Cyprus Hydrocarbons Company (CHC).
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) is participating in this event as an Official Partner, organizing a hybrid Business Matchmaking Event with the support of the Enterprise Europe Network.
The goal of the business matchmaking event is to provide participants (exhibitors, conference attendees, and visitors) with the opportunity to engage in pre-scheduled bilateral meetings, create new business contacts, showcase their work, discuss the development of business, technology, and research collaborations, and gain information and advice on new technologies and solutions.
Who can participate?
The event is open to businesses, startups, research institutions, universities, local authorities, and other organizations actively engaged in the following sectors:
The meetings, each lasting 20 minutes, will be conducted both in person at a dedicated area of EMC 2023 and remotely (online).
How does it work?
Interested parties should register through the website HERE and create their business profiles by November 17, 2023. Registration for the event is free.
Afterwards, they should search for potential partners from the published list of participants and send meeting invitations.
Before the event, each participant will receive their personal meeting schedule.
Admission to the EMC 2023 exhibition area is free, however, registration is required. Please click HERE.
For attendance at the Conference and participation with a private booth, there is a participation fee. A special discount will be provided for registrations through CCCI.
| Through CCCI | Not through CCCI | |
| Conference Participation fee | €600 | €700 (until 15/09/2023) €1100 (after 16/09/2023) |
| Exhibitor Participation fee | 15% of the total amount | €460 per square meter |
In addition, the CCCI has managed to secure a more cost-effective option for the participation of its members as Exhibitors – the “Conference POD”. This package includes an information desk with your logo, stool, and a marketing set, at a price of 2,000 EUR.
If you wish to benefit from the discount, you should fill out the form located HERE.
For any further information or enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us at the following telephone numbers: 22889752, 22889769, or via email: stalo@ccci.org.cy, s.christou@ccci.org.cy
We would like to inform you that a Call for Expression of Interest (EoI), entitled “Horizon Europe Travel Grants”, has been announced by the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF).
The Call covers the participation costs of individuals from organizations in Cyprus in Networking Events (Brokerage Events) abroad, with the purpose of finding partners and collaborating with them for submitting together proposals in the context of “Horizon Europe” Program.
Eligible costs of the travelling abroad include:
The total budget of the new Call amounts to €100,000 with a maximum funding per participation of €1,000.
Eligible for participation are persons in organizations such as universities, research organizations, businesses, Non-Governmental Organizations and public services, who are legally established and operate in areas controlled by the Republic of Cyprus. It should be noted that each Organization will be funded for the participation of one (1) employee per Event.
The submission of expression of interest is made online through IRIS platform of the RIF, no later than three weeks before the start date of the respective event and in any case, before the deadline for submitting EoI mentioned below.
Deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest: 31 May 2024 at 13:00.
Applications will be examined on a first-come-first-served basis and according to the date of submission of the Application Form, and until the total requested funding of approved EoI, equals the total Call for Expression of interest budget.
Considering that the funding to the beneficiaries will be provided on the basis of the DeMinimis Aid Regulation (EU Regulation 1407/2013), at the application stage the De Minimis Declaration will be requested to be submitted, together with the Single Undertaking Declaration, in order to ensure that the maximum limit is not exceeded.
For more information, those interested can contact the IdEK at the email address support@research.org.cy or by phone at 22205000.
We are sending you an announcement from the Department of Labor Inspection regarding the restriction on the use and placing on the market of products containing Diisocyanates as well as the legal text of the restriction in accordance with the REACH Regulation.
Diisocyanates are used in many industrial sectors for the manufacture of products of various types, such as polyurethane and the corresponding products, binders, in coatings, for the manufacture of foam, in processes where foam is used in aerosols (sprays), etc. They are respiratory sensitizers and are considered responsible for causing occupational asthma.
It is noted that this restriction does not prohibit the use of products containing Diisocyanates, but requires that workers / users of products containing diisocyanates are provided with appropriate education and vocational training.
Information, education, and training material on the proper use of products containing Diisocyanates are currently provided by ISOPA (European Trade Association for Producers of Diisocyanates and Polyols – the main building blocks of polyurethanes).
More information at
We would like to inform you about the hybrid Health Networking Event Match4Health, organized by the National Documentation Centre (NDC), a member of the Enterprise Europe Network, on Friday 22, and Saturday 23 September 2023.
The event takes place in the framework of the InnoHealth Forum 2023, organized by JOIST Innovation Park and the approved Digital Innovation Hub in the sectors of Health and Pharmaceuticals, Health Hub, under the auspices of the Ministry of Development and Investment and Elevate Greece, with the support of NDC.
The networking event is addressed to businesses, professionals, and researchers who wish to develop business, technological, and research collaborations in the following areas:
Participation in Match4Health is free, but pre-registration is required here.
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry as co-organizer of the networking event invites interested parties to participate and register on the relevant platform until 21 September 2023.
Please note that the meetings will last 30 minutes and will take place in person (Larissa) and/or online on 22 and 23 September 2023. Businesses and organizations wishing to participate can choose “Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry” in the “Support Office” field when registering.”
We would like to inform you that the European Union Intellectual Property Office (ΕUIPO), in cooperation with the Intellectual Property Section of the Department of Registrar of Companies
and Intellectual Property, is organizing on September 5, 2023, the annual online event entitled “IPforYOUCyprus.”
The aim of the event is to discuss intellectual property issues regarding initiatives aimed at existing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups.
The event is addressed to a wide group of users of the Intellectual Property system such as lawyers, entrepreneurs, accountants, creators, etc. Participation in the webinar is free of charge and participants are kindly requested to register at the following link: https://euipo.blumm.it/event/ar/545/0905-cd-cyprus-ip-for-you
A Certificate of Attendance will be sent by the EUIPO to those participants who request it.
The event corresponds to 2 CPD units for the professionals who will attend it in full. Professionals are kindly requested to state their registration number with the Cyprus Bar Association or another organization on the registration website. Event attendees are also kindly requested to log in with their full name on the Zoom platform for identification purposes.
For more information, please contact 22404357, Intellectual Property Section of the Department of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property.
Further information in Greek.
We are excited to invite you to an important seminar tailored for companies with the goal of entering the dynamic Japanese market. If you belong to the business sector that is eager to explore the opportunities presented by Japan, then this seminar is tailored for you.
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), as a member of the Enterprise Europe Network Cyprus, in collaboration with the EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation, will organize an online educational seminar on October 25th, 2023.
Participation in the seminar is free of charge.
During this seminar, we will delve into the key aspects of entering the Japanese market. We will examine challenges, prospects, and best practices for businesses aiming to achieve successful presence in Japan.
This is a unique opportunity to gain deeper insights into the Japanese market and develop strategies that will aid in achieving your goals.
You may register HERE or contact us via email at eency@ccci.org.cy
We are looking forward to welcoming you to the seminar and contributing to the success of your presence in the Japanese market.
