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SppMedia Group

SppMedia Group is a privately held multimedia company based in Nicosia, Cyprus. Founded in 1999, the company operates across print, digital, radio, events, and advertising platforms. It publishes the Cypriot edition of Kathimerini and its English-language news site KNEWS, owns popular lifestyle magazine must, and runs a portfolio of radio stations and digital advertising services.

History

The company was founded in May 1999 by Demetris Lottides and his brother Christis Lottides. It began with the launch of must magazine and expanded steadily into other media formats including daily news, radio broadcasting, and digital services. SppMedia has positioned itself as one of the leading private media groups in Cyprus.

Media Brands

News and Print Media

Kathimerini Cyprus: The official Cypriot edition of the Greek national newspaper Kathimerini, covering politics, society, culture, and international affairs in Greek.
KNEWS: The English-language counterpart to Kathimerini Cyprus, launched to serve the international and expatriate community in Cyprus with original reporting and translated content.

Magazines and Lifestyle

must: A monthly lifestyle and fashion magazine with a focus on entertainment, culture, fashion, and society. must is considered one of Cyprus’s longest-standing lifestyle publications.
Beautiful People: A weekly celebrity magazine covering entertainment, lifestyle, and gossip from Cyprus and abroad.
Gastronomos Cyprus: A gastronomy magazine featuring Cypriot and Mediterranean recipes, restaurant reviews, and culinary trends.
Athena Recipes: A food portal curated by chef Athena Loizidou, focused on practical recipes and food education.

Radio Stations

SPP Media owns and operates four music and lifestyle radio stations in Cyprus. These target different demographics and musical tastes:

Deejay 93.5: A contemporary hit radio station known for youth-oriented pop and trending international music.

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Logo of Deejay 93.5

Kiss FM Cyprus: Focuses on popular music and dance hits, targeting a mainstream audience.

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Logo of Kiss FM Cyprus

Love FM 100.7: A romantic music station aimed at adult listeners, known for easy listening and love-themed programming.

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Logo of Love FM 100.7

Spor FM 95.0: A sports talk radio station covering local and international sports news.

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Logo of Spor FM 95.0

Digital Media and Platforms

24sports & News: One of the island’s most visited sports websites, covering both local and international sports stories.
WiZ Guide: A digital guide to entertainment, food, nightlife, and events in Cyprus, featuring listings powered by machine learning.

Advertising and Events

StreetAd: An out-of-home (OOH) advertising platform offering billboard campaigns and public messaging spaces across Cyprus.

Digital and Mobile

SPP Media brands are distributed via mobile apps and online platforms. Radio stations offer live streaming, and print magazines are available digitally. Several apps include personalized content delivery and digital subscriptions.

Sustainability and Community Engagement

The company promotes sustainability and corporate responsibility through its platforms. It supports awareness campaigns related to environmental protection, digital safety, and civic education. Its radio stations also support nonprofit events and public initiatives.

Recognition

SPP Media was a participant and media supporter at the 2024 Carob Awards, Cyprus’s national event honoring creativity in marketing, advertising, and media.^[1]

Corporate Details

Headquarters: Nicosia, Cyprus
Founded: 1999
Founder: Demetris Lottides
Company Type: Private
Number of Employees: 51–200^[2]
Official Website: sppmedia.com

References

^ "Οι βραβευθέντες των Carob Awards ενέπνευσαν, εντυπωσίασαν και τιμήθηκαν από τον θεσμό" (in Greek). Retrieved 2025-05-26.
^ "DMA Directory: SPP Media". Retrieved 2025-05-26.

[1] "Οι βραβευθέντες των Carob Awards ενέπνευσαν, εντυπωσίασαν και τιμήθηκαν από τον θεσμό" (in Greek). Retrieved 2025-05-26.

[2] "DMA Directory: SPP Media". Retrieved 2025-05-26.

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