Discusses the distribution network within the country from how products enter to final destination, including reliability and condition of distribution mechanisms, major distribution centers, ports, etc.
Last Published: 7/29/2019

Republic of Cyprus:

Most imported products and services are handled through agents and distributors.  While most agent agreements may not be exclusive, most distributor agreements are.  In some cases, a distributor may obtain an agreement to represent a company in both Cyprus and Greece and often, in Eastern European countries as well.  There are several major local and European supermarket chains and a few department stores.  Most companies in Cyprus are relatively small, family-owned and operated, although there are some notable exceptions.  Big companies representing several brands have their own distribution centers based out of industrial areas of the major cities.  All products sent to Cyprus are shipped through Limassol port.  As of April 2016, DP World Limassol was awarded a 25-year concession to operate the multi-purpose terminal in Limassol, which was previously operated by the Cyprus Ports Authority.  A recent trend is for foreign investors and companies to enter the market by purchasing existing companies in the ROC.
 

Area Administered by Turkish Cypriots:

The market structure in the area administered by Turkish Cypriots is comprised of mostly small, family-owned and operated businesses.  Imports are handled by agents and distributors and usually arrive through Turkey.  There are several local and Turkish supermarket chains and a few department stores.  Most products shipped to the area administrated by Turkish Cypriots arrive at Famagusta port via Mersin in Turkey.

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