The APB presents the transformation project of the port of Palma to the trade union CCOO
The plan envisages the redevelopment of 400,000 m² of the port area to strengthen port-city integration and move towards a more sustainable and innovative model
Palma
11/03/2026- Port-city
- Transport and infrastructure
- Socio-economic development
The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) has received a visit from representatives of the Balearic Islands branch of the trade union Comisiones Obreras (CCOO) to learn first-hand about the project for the transformation of the port of Palma, a strategic initiative aimed at modernising the port infrastructures and strengthening their integration with the city.
During the meeting, the trade union leaders had the opportunity to learn about the main components of the Port-City Integration Master Plan, an ambitious project that aims to reorganise 400,000 square metres of the port area and redefine its relationship with Palma, opening up new spaces for public use and improving the port's operational efficiency.
The initiative seeks to promote a new port model that is more sustainable, innovative and open to the public, while also consolidating the port of Palma as the island's economic and social driving force.
Amongst the plan's main lines of action are the reorganisation of port traffic, boosting the shipping and boating industry, the consolidation of cruise activity and the creation of new open spaces accessible to the public in various areas of the port.
The plan also envisages the addition of facilities related to training, research and innovation, as well as the recovery of heritage sites and the creation of green areas and public spaces.
The trade union delegation was led by José Luis García Vidal, secretary general of CCOO Illes Balears; Pep Ginard Vallcaneras, secretary of Management and Team Coordination of CCOO Illes Balears; and Carlos Torrens Trías, general secretary of the Federation of Citizen Services (FSC) of CCOO Illes Balears.
The meeting provided the opportunity for an exchange of views on the future of the port of Palma and its impact on economic activity, employment and the port-city relationship, in a climate of constructive dialogue and institutional collaboration.
The APB values positively this type of meeting, which contributes to sharing information on the strategic projects of the port and to strengthening the dialogue with representatives of business, organisations and workers of the Balearic Islands.
