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The port of Mahón shapes its future with 328 proposals made by the general public

The Balearic Islands Port Authority (APB) has presented the results of the participatory process for the transformation of the South Bank of the port of Mahón, a key initiative as part of the strategy Mahón Port, Horizon 2030 that is committed to integrated, sustainable and people-centred development.

The process has had a high level of involvement of the general public, with a total of 120 unique participants and 328 proposals collected, of which 99.4% were considered useful and classifiable. Participation was channelled both through the digital platform portmaohoritzo2030.com such as mediating face-to-face workshops, thus combining accessibility and depth in the debate.

This process allowed us to gather input from very diverse profiles, including the general public, the economic and commercial fabric, social and environmental entities, port users and technical professionals, guaranteeing a plural and representative vision.

A more balanced and integrated port model

The conclusions of the participatory process shape a port model based on the balance between four major areas: economic activity and quality of life, port operation and relationship with the city, mobility and safety, and identity and future development.

Among the main demands we collected are the need to calm traffic and improve mobility, promote a port active throughout the year with a diversified economy, preserve the identity and heritage of the waterfront, and guarantee a healthier, more accessible and sustainable public space.

Clear constraints for the future project

Citizen contributions will be translated into concrete criteria that will be incorporated into the technical specifications of the competition for the drafting of the construction project. Among these conditions, the following stand out:

-The reorganisation of mobility prioritising pedestrians and speed limits.

-Improving connectivity between the port and the city, with new access points and more efficient parking management.

-The creation of a vibrant space throughout the year, with economic activity compatible with daily life.

-The commitment to environmental sustainability, with more green areas, shade and measures to protect the marine environment.

-Respect for the historical and landscape identity of the port.

Open governance and continuity of the process

The APB has reiterated its commitment to open governance, based on transparency, institutional coordination and continued public participation during the next phases of the project.

The roadmap planned from now on includes the preparation of the tender documents, the bidding and awarding of the construction project and the development of the winning proposal.

With this initiative, the APB consolidates the South Bank of the port of Mahón as an opportunity to strengthen the link between port and city, moving towards a more sustainable, inclusive model rooted in the community.

The Balearic Islands Port Authority (APB) brings forward the operation by one day and begins the manoeuvres to refloat the yacht sunk in the port of Ibiza

The Balearic Islands Port Authority (APB) has brought forward the planned schedule by one day and started the manoeuvres today to refloat the yacht sunk at the entrance to the port of Ibiza. This operation allowed the vessel, which is currently located approximately ten metres below sea level, to be moved to the jetty of the Botafoc dock.

The operation, coordinated by the APB, thus enters a decisive phase. Tomorrow the yacht is scheduled to be lifted, that is, the manoeuvre to raise the vessel out of the water and place it on dry land. This action will allow the waste treatment tasks and de-ballasting work to begin later.

The president of the APB, Javier Sanz, and the director, Toni Ginard, travelled today to the Botafoc dock to follow the works on site, together with the Ibiza harbourmaster, Luis Gascón.

Operation carried out today

During the day, one vessel towed the wreck to the dock, while another followed the route with an absorbent barrier to collect any liquid and solid waste and debris.

Once in port, new perimeter containment barriers were deployed, consisting of a double absorbent and floating barrier system with the aim of ensuring maximum protection of the marine environment during the following phases of the operation.

Cleaning and contaminant removal tasks

Along with the refloating manoeuvres, specialist teams continue with the tasks of cleaning up the vessel. Since Monday, divers have extracted a total of 900 litres of polluting liquids from inside the yacht.

In addition, 900 kg of solid waste were removed in previous days. This amount is in addition to the work carried out today, in which three additional sacks, each weighing 250 kg, were extracted. In total, 1,650 kg of solid waste have been recovered, significantly reducing the risk of pollution.

All recovered waste will be transferred to an authorised treatment plant for proper disposal.

Once the lifting operation and the dry-docking of the vessel are completed, an investigation and technical assessment phase will begin, lasting approximately one week, with the aim of clarifying the causes of the incident.

The APB is keeping the entire control and monitoring system activated, with the aim of ensuring a safe, efficient and environmentally friendly operation, in a highly complex technical operation that continues to go ahead as planned.

New leadership and strategic investments to transform the ports of Ibiza and La Savina

The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) has appointed a new delegate to oversee the ports of Ibiza and La Savina, as part of its strategy to strengthen port management and drive forward strategic projects at the ports of general interest in the Pitiüses.

The new delegate, Alberto del Pino Rivera, is a civil engineer specialising in roads, canals and ports, and has more than 25 years of experience in international port projects. Their incorporation, the result of a selection process through a public competition, responds to the APB's desire to provide these ports with a highly qualified technical profile, capable of leading the current challenges in terms of infrastructure, sustainability and port-city integration.

The new representative, who has a proven track record in the maritime infrastructure sector, takes on the challenge of establishing a modern and efficient management system, aimed at ensuring service quality and striking a balance between the various port activities, within an environment that is particularly demanding from both an operational and territorial perspective.

Investment plan

Alongside this organisational restructuring, the APB has drawn up an ambitious investment plan for the port of Ibiza, with a total budget of €104.31 million for the period 2026–2029. This initiative represents a firm commitment to modernising infrastructure, improving transport links and moving towards a more sustainable port model that is better integrated with the city.

Among the most significant initiatives is the development of the Ibosim seafront promenade, designed as a project that will transform the area and will involve public participation, as well as improvements to road access to the Botafoc area to reduce congestion. Work is also planned on the Botafoc breakwater and various quays, as well as the construction and upgrading of key infrastructure such as the dry dock, new car parks and the future Eivissa–la Savina ferry terminal.

The plan also includes measures aimed at environmental sustainability, such as the introduction of shore power systems to supply electricity to moored vessels and reduce emissions, as well as the modernisation of essential infrastructure such as the drinking water network. Overall, this is a package of actions structured into various projects with defined schedules and budgets, which will strengthen the operational capacity and quality of port services.

Another key focus is the promotion of water sports and recreational boating, with plans to put out to tender a long-term concession for the management of the facility for small and medium-sized vessels located at the Ribera-Poniente quay in the Port of Ibiza, known commercially as Port Nautic Ibiza. This initiative aims to promote disciplines such as sailing and canoeing, encourage educational and social activities, and consolidate the port as a benchmark for social responsibility within the sector.

The APB has also indicated that the development of some strategic investments remains conditional on the final approval of the Special Plan for the port of Ibiza, which is currently being processed. This instrument is key to unlocking essential projects and advancing the integration of the port with the urban environment.

Port traffic in Ibiza

In terms of activity, the port of Ibiza continues to play a central role in the island’s connectivity and supply chain, handling over 90% of all goods. In the cruise sector, the plan for 205 port calls in 2026 includes specific measures to manage passenger flows and ensure operations are compatible with regular traffic, thereby guaranteeing a satisfactory experience for both passengers and port staff.

With the appointment of the new port director and the roll-out of the investment plan, the APB is embarking on a new phase at the ports of Ibiza and La Savina, aimed at enhancing their efficiency, sustainability and service capacity, and at continuing to generate value for the whole of Ibiza and Formentera.

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