List of Manufacturing Startup companies in Cyprus

Cyprus is carving out a unique position in the Mediterranean as a base for high-value, low-footprint manufacturing startups. As EU reshoring trends grow, Cyprus' manufacturing future lies in sustainable specialty production - particularly for companies needing EU compliance with MENA market reach.

1. Why choose Cyprus for a manufacturing startup?

   Tax benefits: 12.5% corporate tax + 50% R&D deduction Strategic location: 4-hour flight to EU/MENA tech hubs IP protection: EU patents with Cyprus IP box advantages

2. Where are the best production locations?

   📍 Larnaca Industrial Zone (port access, 24/7 operations) 📍 Limassol Tech Park (clean rooms, shared labs) 📍 Vasilikos Energy Center (renewable energy pilots)

3. How does Cyprus compare to Malta/Greece?

   ✔ Advantages: Lower taxes than Greece, better IP protection than Malta ✖ Disadvantages: Smaller domestic market than Greece

4. Where to network?

   Cytech Expo (annual tech/manufacturing event). Cyprus Manufacturers Association mentorship. Enterprise Europe Network matchmaking.