The port of Mahón shapes its future with 328 proposals made by the general public
The port of Mahón shapes its future with 328 proposals made by the general public
Maó
23/04/2026- Environment and CSR
- Port-city
- Transport and infrastructure
- Socio-economic development
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.
