Formentera wants part of island's port for public use

Formentera Council president Jaume Ferrer will ask the Balearic port authority (APB) to designate part of la Savina's port for public use, namely by local nautical groups. “We believe part of the Formentera port should be for individuals whose livelihoods are tied to the sea,” said Ferrer, calling it a step towards “reclaiming traditional uses of the port and revitalising la Savina”.

The Council's request followed an announcement from the APB that the agency would not extend the lease held by the la Savina marina, Formentera Mar. As Ferrer put it, “the change from leisure port to nautical club could broaden the port's reach on the island and help it transition into a social, cultural, sport and recreational centre for residents”.

Moreover, President Ferrer highlighted the bid to regulate use of estany des Peix, which he expects the current addition of moorage spots in la Savina will make easier.