The Balearic Islands Port Authority (APB) takes a decisive step to protect the species that inhabit the port of Mahón
The port authority is launching a tender for a pioneering study to understand and preserve the port's sensitive habitats and species, with an investment exceeding 330,000 euros.
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30/01/2026- Environment and CSR
The Balearic Islands Port Authority (APB) is taking a decisive step to protect the species that inhabit the port of Mahón with the tender for the mapping of the distribution of habitats and sensitive species of its seabed. The project, funded with an investment of more than 330,000 euros, will provide an essential scientific tool for planning the future of the port while respecting the environment.
The port of Mahón, one of the largest natural ports in the Mediterranean, has unique environmental features that make it a space of great ecological value. With this study, the APB will be able to know precisely which species live in its waters, where they are located and in what conditions they are found, ensuring that any future action takes into account the protection and conservation of this unique environment.
The resulting maps will serve as a basis for decision-making, planning of new actions and long-term environmental monitoring, reinforcing responsible, sustainable port management aligned with current environmental regulations.
Furthermore, the project goes beyond mapping, as it includes the organisation of open 0technical and educational workshops to disseminate the results. The aim is to bring the knowledge that is created closer to citizens and professionals and to ensure that the actions and infrastructure work in the port of Mahón are carried out with greater information, care and respect for the marine environment.
This initiative has its origin in previous experiences in the port, when it was necessary to halt works in the cove of Cala Corb when the presence of a species of coral endemic to the area was detected. This finding highlighted the importance of forward planning and having detailed and rigorous information that allows port activity to be compatible with the preservation of the marine environment.
The deadline for submitting applications to participate in the tender will remain open until March 2. With this project, the Balearic Islands Port Authority reaffirms its commitment to the protection of marine biodiversity and to a port development model that takes care of the environment that makes it possible.
