Larnaka municipality signs partnership with Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence

On October 12, 2026, the Municipality of Larnaka and the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance the digital transformation and sustainable development of the city. The agreement was formalized by Larnaka Mayor Andreas Vyras and the Managing Director of the Eratosthenes Centre, Diofantos Hadjimitsis, with officials from the Cyprus University of Technology (TEPAK) also present.

The primary focus of this collaboration is the integration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to create a comprehensive digital platform. This system will map municipal infrastructure, public buildings, the road network, and ongoing construction projects into a single environment. The initiative is expected to enhance service coordination, assist in project planning, and support data-driven decision-making for the municipal administration.

Beyond infrastructure digitalization, the partnership includes environmental monitoring. Specifically, the agreement aims to utilize satellite data to track coastal erosion, providing a technological solution for the protection of the city’s coastal front. The platform is designed to provide a centralized view of the city, which officials believe will significantly improve administrative efficiency and the quality of services provided to residents.