The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands approves its first Equality Plan
Palma
24/01/2025
The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) has taken a decisive step towards equal opportunities for men and women with the approval of its first Equality Plan. This strategic document, drafted in collaboration with employee representatives, defines specific objectives and measures to ensure gender equality in all areas of work.
The APB currently has a workforce of 367 people, of whom 111 are women and 256 are men. Female representation is particularly limited in areas such as the Port Police, where 81.8% of staff are men and 18.1% are women. Meanwhile, the figures for office staff show a more balanced distribution, with 57.2% men and 42.8% women.
The Equality Plan aims to promote a balanced male-female presence in all professional areas, with a special focus on traditionally male-dominated sectors such as the Port Police. It also seeks to guarantee effective equality in access to employment, professional development and internal promotion, fostering an inclusive working environment. In addition, awareness-raising actions on gender equality will be carried out, the reconciliation of personal, family and working life will be facilitated, and the use of non-sexist language in internal and external communication will be promoted.
The Equality Commission, made up of the APB and the signatory trade unions (CAP, UGT, CCOO and SPPLB), will be responsible for monitoring compliance with these measures, making sure they're implemented and evaluating how effective they are using indicators and timelines. This plan will initially remain in force until 2029 and will lay the foundations for a working environment free from any form of discrimination or harassment.
With the approval of this first Equality Plan, the APB shows the strength of its commitment to building a fairer and more diverse workplace, leading the way towards full equality in the port sector.
