Agreement for the future port of Ibiza

Agreement for the future port of Ibiza

Eivissa

01/12/2015

APB and Eivissa Town Hall agreed the design of the future port of Ibiza after working together to achieve it. APB president, Mr. Joan Gual de Torrella, and Mr. Rafael Ruíz, Major of Vila, has submitted and agreement which includes the needs of the city, making them compatible with port uses. Planned investment reaches EUR 140.000.000 which EUR 83’6 million have been already invested. Port will be integrated with the city with this refurbishment. In a first phase, city busy areas such as la Marina promenade has been humanized, just regulating spaces, vehicle transit and executing new water and electricity supply. Second phase is for Es Martell area refurbishment, where both institutions have agreed building a large public square with a building for port services related to mooring concessions. Building will also be a venue with views of the sea and Dalt Vila, together with a place for cultural and playful activities. Works have been awarded and expected to be finished before next touristic season begins. Other important agreements of this global accordance, as announced by APB president have been: . Proceedings to disaffect land occupied by bar terraces and port space to be managed by Ibiza Town Hall. . Tender documents for the construction of a parking (partially outdoors) in Avinguda Santa Eulària, with a capacity up to 500 vehicles. . Consensual project for a passenger terminal with Formentera . Once transferred, a marina with social moorings will be created. . Architectural elements of Passeig de la Marina will be repaired and vegetation will be increased at free spaces.