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The APB closes the 2018 financial statements with a profit of 23.3 million euros

09/09/2019

The financial statements of the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) pertaining to financial year 2018 show a profit of 23.3 million euros, an increase of 13.95 % with regards to the year before when the profit exceeded 20.5 million euros. Furthermore, the turnover in 2018 was 78.5 million euros, exceeding the 2017 figures (with 73 million euros), maintaining zero long-term debt and the healthy financial situation of the entity. All ports except for the Port of Mahon showed an increase in this section with regards to 2017. Therefore, the Port of Palma reported a net business turnover of 46.2 million euros, the Port of Ibiza 20.9 million, Alcudia 5.2 million, La Savina 2.6 million and, finally, the Port of Mahon 3.5 million euros. The APB has just published its 2018 financial statements at www.portsdebalears.com along with the audit report by the General State Comptroller through the Regional Audit Body of the Balearic Islands. The financial statements were drawn up based on the port authority's accounting records ending 31 December 2018, which were produced pursuant to current legal accounting provisions and on the instructions issued by State Ports. They portray a true and fair image of the assets, the financial position and results, and also of the accuracy of the cash flows included in the cash flow statement. These financial statements were approved by the APB's Board of Directors on 28 June 2019. The full document is available at www.portsdebalears.com.

THE APB PUBLISHES ITS ANNUAL AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT FOR 2018

14/08/2019

According to the data provided in the edition of the 2018 Annual Report and the 2018 Sustainability Report of the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB), recently published and available on the corporate website (www.portsdebalears.com), both freight and passenger traffic continue to grow. Freight, corresponding to 16,206,801 tonnes, increased by 5 per cent on the previous year, while passenger traffic increased to 8,942,434, once again setting a new record. The APB has released the Annual Report and Sustainability Report for 2018. Both studies cover all of the port authority's activity from last year and can be consulted on the APB's website, serving as an indication of their commitment to transparent management. These two documents contain specific data on all projects undertaken in 2018 and in relation to the economic, social and environmental evolution of the general ports of interest managed by the APB. They also indicate the functioning of the organisation and its governing bodies, infrastructures built or under way, an overview of investments, port use data, regular shipping lines, port companies and services, as well as traffic statistics. Lastly, the reports reveal trends in relation to sustainability and development of infrastructure, as well as the updates and improvements of information systems and access to the electronic administration, as well as the consolidation of planned measures in the field of corporate social responsibility. The reports are available at www.portsdebalears.com

TOTAL TRAFFICKING OF GOODS IN THE PORTS OF THE BALEARIC ISLANDS INCREASES 3 PER CENT IN THE FIRST SIXTH MONTHS OF 2019

09/08/2019

The total trafficking of goods in the ports of general interest in the Balearic Islands has increased 3 per cent in the first half of 2019, in relation to the same period last year, with more than 8.9 million tonnes registered. As far as human trafficking is concerned, the number of movements increased 5 per cent, exceeding 3.5 million. According to the statistics of the month of June published in www.portsdebalears.com, Mahon's port registered the greatest increase of 15%, reaching 365,542 tonnes. It is followed by Ibiza (6% and 1,646,163 t), Palma (5% and 5,240,558 t), la Savina (-6% and 141,292 t) and Alcudia (-8% and 929,691 t). For general goods, that is to say, consumer products, the total increase was 6% with 6,841,700 tonnes. Mahon also leads with the growth of this first half-year being 15 per cent and 254,810 tonnes, followed by Palma (7% and 4,584,253 t), Ibiza (7% and 1,503,954 t), Alcudia (-8% and 367,198 t) and la Savina (-8% and 131,503 t). The widespread decrease in trafficking of bulk liquids (mainly fuels) stands out, with a drop of 12 per cent in relation to the first half of 2018. In this section only the port of Ibiza has seen a rise in trafficking with an increase of 2 per cent, reaching almost 92,000 tonnes. Meanwhile trafficking of bulk solids (basically cement and other construction materials) has generally remained stable but with large differences between ports. It increased 165 per cent in Mahon with 24,676 tonnes, in Palma (53% and 140,401 t) and in la Savina (28% and 9,789 t), whilst it has fallen in Ibiza (-19% and 50,337 t) and in Alcudia (-9% and 532,966 t), above all due to a decrease in coal unloading. Regular people trafficking has grown The number of passengers increased 5 per cent from January to June 2019 in relation to the same period last year, exceeding 3.5 million passengers. The number of scheduled passengers also increased 5 per cent, with more than 2.5 million so for this year (2.3 million if we do not count freight car drivers). All of the ports increased in this section, with the exception of la Savina’s port (-2% and 784.481 people). Mahon registered the greatest increase (61% and 41,588 people), followed by Alcudia (15% and 214,583 people). - where scheduled open movement with the South of France, Palma (14% and 477,346 people) and Ibiza (4% and 1,050,321 people) is reflected. The number of cruise ship passengers also grew (4%) with a total of a million passengers up until now in all general interest ports in the Balearic Islands, but with very erratic behaviours: sharp falls in Mahon’s port (-66% and 12,232 people) and Alcudia (-50% and 673 people) and rises in Ibiza (23% and 116,664 people) and Palma (5% and 872,893 people). In all of the ports belonging to the port authority of the Balearic Islands there was also an increase in the number of boats by 13 per cent with 22,882 layovers and gross tonnage saw an increase of 4 per cent with 112 million GT in the first sixth months of 2019.

THE APB ASKS UTE ISLA ARQUITECTOS CONTRAMOLLET TO DRAFT THE BASIC PLAN FOR REDEVELOPING THE CONTRAMUELLE-MOLLET AREA AT THE PORT OF PALMA

05/08/2019

The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) has awarded UTE Isla Arquitectos Contramollet the contract to draft the basic plan for port-city integration in the Contramuelle-Mollet area, as well as the construction project for the unbuilt land in the San Telmo gardens in the port of Palma, at a cost of €134,038.95 and with a completion period of six months. In a meeting held on 3 July 2019, the procurement board considered the bid made by UTE, consisting of architects Juan Palencia de Sarrià, Marta Colón de Carvajal and road, canal and port engineer, Juan Torres Rovira, to be the best in terms of value for money out of the three bids submitted. According to Isla Arquitectos Contramollet, their proposal seeks to open the city up to the sea by making an "integrated and multipurpose area that promotes and creates activities based on local history and culture". Meanwhile, the contracted company UTE have said that the stand out features of this project are to free-up space around the San Telmo Oratory "in order to create a large square connecting to the promenade", redevelop the area currently occupied by Astilleros de Mallorca into a new Maritime Museum which "respects and makes the most of the heritage and spatial value" and to reorganise and increase fishing activities in the city.

THE APB TO FACILITATE ACCESS TO THE COMMERCIAL QUAYS TO GIVE THE PUBLIC A BETTER VIEW OF THE FIREWORKS OF THE FESTA DE LA TERRA AT THE PORT OF IBIZA.

02/08/2019

On the day of the Festa de la Terra, held on Thursday 8 August, the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) will open up access to the commercial quays of the Port of Ibiza so that the public can enjoy, with Dalt Vila (the old town) the background, the traditional firework display that forms part of the event celebrating Sant Ciriac, the patron saint of Ibiza. The access, restricted to pedestrians, will connect des Gorg public car park to the port area from 10:00 pm to 1:00 am. The firework display is expected to start at midnight. This initiative was organised by the APB in coordination and collaboration with the Ibiza Council and the City Council of Ibiza.

THE PORT AUTHORITY OF THE BALEARIC ISLANDS AWARDED ISO 30301 CERTIFICATION FOR ITS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR RECORDS

17/07/2019

The Spanish Association for Standardisation and Certification (AENOR), a professional services company dedicated to the certification of a wide range of businesses and institutions, has just awarded the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB), certification for its management system for records, in accordance with standard UNE-ISO 30301:2011. The APB is in the process of implementing a strategic electronic administration plan (2015-2019), promoting digital transformation with the aim of encouraging and speeding up administrative procedures by making them entirely digital, using zero paper, and therefore achieve an electronic, interconnected and transparent administration. The transition to a completely digital environment is as much of a challenge as it is an opportunity. In order to address these needs, the APB sought ISO 30301 certification. This standard recognises the fulfilment of the requirements stipulated for policies, objectives and established processes for managing records, in addition to their continuous evaluation and improvement. It also specifies the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining and improving the management system for records in both public and private organisations. Digital transformation The record and file management platform is the main pillar of the digital administration model proposed by the APB. As such, they have implemented integrated digital administration solutions, including a catalogue of digital services and the Digital Tender Portal, among others, with the end goal of incorporating all of the business applications in the record management model. With reference to the Management System for Records (MSR) it should be noted that following the approval of its own policy for the complete digital transformation of the organisation, the MSR was integrated into the two systems already certified by the APB, that of Quality (ISO 9001:2008) and Environment (ISO 14001). These are based on the principles of customer focus, leadership, commitment, a process-based approach, continuous improvement, a factual approach to decision making based on evidence and the maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with providers. Achieving this certificate is proof of the APB's firm and determined commitment to digital transformation based on the effective and efficient management of electronic documents and records, as well as an important milestone in the path they began in 2016.

THE PRESIDENT OF THE APB, JOAN GUAL DE TORRELLA, FORMALLY MEETS WITH THE NEW PRESIDENT OF FORMENTERA ISLAND COUNCIL, ALEJANDRA FERRER

15/07/2019

As part of his first official visit to Formentera, the President of the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB), Joan Gual de Torella, met today with the President of the Council, Alejandra Ferrer, and reviewed everything currently related to the port area of la Savina, with a particular emphasis on commencing the second phase of works outlined in the new Special Plan for the port of la Savina. During the meeting, they discussed all aspects relating to what the new buildings will be used for and where to construct new installations for the fishing industry, among other things. On this matter, the President of the APB requested that open spaces are also incorporated so as to facilitate all kinds of training and innovation activities throughout the year. Furthermore, Alejandra Ferrer also highlighted the importance of the handover agreement signed with the APB, which has allowed for a museum collection to be installed inside the Mola Lighthouse. In response, the APB President congratulated the Council on the project with the following words: "it will be a model for other lighthouses". On a final note, Joan Gual de Torrella also explained that they covered two other important topics in their meeting: the finalising of the first phase of works at the Port of la Savina, which has made it possible, he said, "to open up the seafront and create a welcoming place for both tourists and residents to go", and the news that the APB will shortly be installing some sensors in la Savina to measure the air quality in the port area, whose results will be available online. Other participants in the meeting were the Vice-Presidents of the Council of Formentera, Ana Juan and Susana Labrador, and Councillors Rafael González, Pep Marí and Bartomeu Escandell. On behalf of the APB, its director Juan Carlos Plaza and the delegate of the APB in the Ports of Ibiza and la Savina, Ignacio Revilla were also in attendance.

The APB to award concession to Ocibar to manage the moorings in Botafoc marina at the Port of Ibiza

28/06/2019

In today's meeting, the Board of Directors of the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) approved the decision to request the company Ocibar to manage moorings and commercial premises in Botafoc Harbour Station at the Port of Ibiza for a two-year period, extendable for a further 12 months. This company's proposal was considered the most cost-effective solution by the APB and was granted administrative approval to develop a total surface area of 45,089 m2 of land space, on which a number of buildings for commercial use will be built, and 52,826 m2 of water surface area, where mooring services will be provided for 432 boats distributed across 5 piers. 7 bids were submitted to the tender and the improvements proposed by Ocibar come to a total of 3,596,332.90 euros per year. The annual occupancy rate to be improved by the tenderers was 2,307,533.78 euros per year. In total, fees plus improvements amount to 5,903,866.68 euros, plus the four per cent turnover.

THE PORT AUTHORITY OF THE BALEARIC ISLANDS STARTS THE RESTORATION AND IMPROVEMENT WORKS ON THE SEAWALL OF THE BOTAFOC DOCK AT THE PORT OF IBIZA

26/06/2019

The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB), after awarding the contract for the restoration and improvement works on the seawall of the Botafoc dock at the Port of Ibiza to COPCISA, S.A. for €854,983.54 (excluding VAT), has commenced the works that are expected to finalise at the end of April 2020. To facilitate the work operations and to guarantee the safety of people and vehicles, the car parks in the area will be moved away from the site and the walkway behind the lighthouse will be closed. The Botafoc dock at the Port of Ibiza was constructed in 2003, acting as a seawall to protect the port. In 2015, it became apparent that the most exposed parts on the exterior surface were deteriorating. The APB asked the company CEDEX (Centre for Public Works Studies and Experiments) to conduct a study assessing the problems raised and to propose the most appropriate technical solutions. Based on its report, the APB decided that some parts of the dock could be repaired, such as the facings and the top girders located on the sea side (exterior dock wall), while corresponding prevention treatments could be applied to others on the inner wall. Furthermore, the APB considered other measures to be necessary, such as the removal of the railing, chipping away and reworking of the facings, connecting reinforcement with a mesh of drill holes to ensure the union of all parts of the dock, applying additional distributed reinforcement, and the shuttering and concreting of the vertical and horizontal facings, among others. Finally, on the works now starting, a series of preventative actions will be undertaken, such as applying an anti-corrosion treatment on the surface area with a layer of mortar or micro-concrete made from cement, which is resistant to the marine environment.

APB STAGES EVENTS TO COMMEMORATE THE WORLD MARINE AIDS TO NAVIGATION DAY WITH ACTIVITIES ORGANISED IN ALL THE BALEARIC ISLES

18/06/2019

The International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) has set the 1st July each year as the World Marine Aids to Navigation Day. In this first edition, the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) and Puertos del Estado [Spanish State Ports Authority], with the collaboration of the IALA, have organised a series of events in Palma. The central events of this first edition of the World Marine Aids to Navigation Day will take place in Palma, structured in two sessions - one technical and one institutional. The organisers have confirmed the attendance of Francis Zachariae, General Secretary of the IALA, under the slogan “Successful Voyages, Sustainable Planet”, which will discuss present and future challenges for navigational aids to improve safety in maritime traffic within an increasingly digital and changing world in ways that also contribute to the sustainability of the marine environment. Furthermore, those attending the technical conference will see the Portopí lighthouse come into service at midday, with the presence of different authorities. As part of a nationwide coordinated action, a large number of lighthouses and sirens will also be turned on across Spain between 12h00 and 12h30 on Monday, 1st July. Events organised by the APB Moreover, each of the 28 port authorities in the geographical area where they are responsible for navigation aids will stage different activities aimed at demonstrating the role of this service to the general public. In addition to turning on the 34 lighthouses that it runs between 12h00 and 12h30, the APB has programmed the following events: Mallorca: Port of Palma Start-up of the Portopí Lighthouse from 12h00 to 12h30, accompanied by the sound of the horns and sirens of ships lying in the port of Palma. Portopí Lighthouse (Palma) Signal code flags will be flown from the Portopí lighthouse all day. Free Public Exhibition of Navigation Signals at the Portopí lighthouse from 17h00 to 21h00, with guided visits organised in groups. Staging of games, gymkhana and workshops related to lighthouses for children. Exhibition of raptor birds by Natura Parc, who run the Port of Palma falconry service. Cap Blanc Lighthouse (Llucmajor) The Cap Blanc lighthouse complex will be open to the public from 17h00 to 22h00. Cap Gros lighthouse (Sóller) The Cap Gros lighthouse will be open to the public from 17h00 to 22h00 (not suitable for the physically handicapped). Menorca: Favàritx lighthouse (Maó) The site and exhibition will be open to the public from 17h00 to 22h00 (access to the exhibition is not suitable for the physically handicapped). Cavalleria lighthouse (es Mercadal) Public open day at the Cap de Cavalleria in Cavalleria Interpretation Centre at the lighthouse, in collaboration with Es Mercadal Council, from 17h00 to 20h00. Ibiza: Port of Ibiza The Botafoc lighthouse will be in service from 12h00 to 12h30, accompanied by the sound of the horns and sirens of vessels lying in the port of Eivissa. Formentera: La Mola lighthouse Open day for the general public at the Cultural and Educational Centre of the La Mola Lighthouse from 17h00 to 21h00, in collaboration with the Formentera District Council. Important notice: at none of the venues above will public access to the lighthouse tower be allowed.

THE APB EXTENDS ENVIRONMENTAL AND NOISE POLLUTION CONTROLS TO THE PORTS OF IBIZA, LA SAVINA, ALCUDIA AND MAHON

14/06/2019

The APB (Port Authority of the Balearic Islands) has awarded a contract to Kunak-Labaqua to implement a system that monitors air quality and noise pollution at the ports belonging to the APB. As such, the APB meets its commitment to extend to the ports of general interest of Alcudia, Mahon, Ibiza and la Savina, the air quality control that has been undertaken at the Port of Palma since 2017. The budget of the contract awarded to the joint venture comprising Kunak-Labaqua, amounts to around €443,589.81 and will last for two years. Within a maximum period of six months, the contracted company will supply and install 25 systems with sensors to monitor the air quality and noise pollution at the ports of the APB. The data collected by these systems will be immediately recorded and incorporated into a software platform made available to the APB. Eight new systems will be installed at the Port of Palma, replacing those currently in operation, six at Ibiza, four at Mahon and Alcudia, and three at the Port of la Savina. The systems have remote connectivity using the GPRS or 4G communication networks so that they can transmit information in real time. Furthermore, they also incorporate a calibration mechanism that helps to make remote adjustments. The systems continuously take samples and calculate the average concentration of emissions and noise levels during a specific period of time. The monitoring stations will be equipped with alarms for each parameter that will be activated when environmental or noise pollution exceeds the thresholds or maximum limits. The aim is to create reports and light indicators that help in determining the actions and measures to take at any given time, whether gradually or immediately. In 2015, the APB signed a collaboration agreement with the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB). In 2016, it awarded a contract to the University-Business Foundation to provide technical assistance in designing and supporting the implementation of a network measuring pollution and noise at the Port of Palma. The network was implemented in 2017. Furthermore, it also took charge of the estimate and the ideal location of the sensors at all of the ports managed by the APB. The APB allows the public to see the air quality at the Port of Palma on the website www.portsdebalears.com. There is a control panel on the website that is updated eight times a day and collects the average hourly value of the stations at the Port of Palma. The APB, in accordance with its environmental policy, has designed an environmental management system that has recently been certified by AENOR. One of its main aims is to monitor air quality, by measuring emissions in the air at different areas at the port, and noise levels.

THE PORT AUTHORITY OF THE BALEARIC ISLANDS ACQUIRES FIVE NEW HYBRID VEHICLES

13/06/2019

The APB (Port Authority of the Balearic Islands) has purchased five new 100% electric vehicles that are to join its fleet, which is already largely made up of more environmentally-friendly cars: hybrid and fully electric vehicles, depending on each case. As such, and as part of its commitment to the environment, the APB is gradually renewing its fleet by incorporating less polluting vehicles. The company, Multiauto, won the public contract put out to tender by the APB that regarded the acquisition of three sedan vehicles for institutional and port police use, which will be allocated to the ports of Palma, Mahon and Ibiza. Furthermore, two vans will also be acquired, at a total cost of 175,000 euros, that will be allocated to the Port of Ibiza. The make and model of the vehicles are: 3 Nissan NV2000 and 2 Nissan Leaf.