ypsonas factory — The Ypsonas factory, which was engulfed in flames earlier this week, will not reopen due to a lack of proper operational licences, according to Curium mayor Pantelis Georgiou. The facility, initially licensed as a stationery and aluminium warehouse, harboured undisclosed gas cylinders that contributed to the devastating fire.
In a statement made on Friday, Georgiou revealed that the presence of these gas cylinders was unknown to local authorities, raising serious safety questions about the factory’s operations. “Those who violate the law will be brought to justice,” he asserted, emphasising the commitment to hold accountable those responsible for the oversight.
The fire not only destroyed the factory but also inflicted damage on nearby residential properties. Georgiou stated that assessments of the damage caused by the fire and resulting explosions would be conducted. He also announced plans for thorough inspections of similar facilities located close to residential areas, aiming to prevent future incidents.
In connection with the fire, a 43-year-old former employee of the factory was arrested on Wednesday. Reports indicate that he had made threats against the factory’s owner prior to the incident. He was subsequently remanded in police custody for seven days as investigations continue.