New leadership and strategic investments to transform the ports of Ibiza and La Savina
The appointment of a new delegate and an investment plan worth over €100 million mark a new chapter for the ports of general interest in the Pitiüses
Eivissa
15/04/2026- Port-city
- Transport and infrastructure
- Socio-economic development
The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) has appointed a new delegate to oversee the ports of Ibiza and La Savina, as part of its strategy to strengthen port management and drive forward strategic projects at the ports of general interest in the Pitiüses.
The new delegate, Alberto del Pino Rivera, is a civil engineer specialising in roads, canals and ports, and has more than 25 years of experience in international port projects. Their incorporation, the result of a selection process through a public competition, responds to the APB's desire to provide these ports with a highly qualified technical profile, capable of leading the current challenges in terms of infrastructure, sustainability and port-city integration.
The new representative, who has a proven track record in the maritime infrastructure sector, takes on the challenge of establishing a modern and efficient management system, aimed at ensuring service quality and striking a balance between the various port activities, within an environment that is particularly demanding from both an operational and territorial perspective.
Investment plan
Alongside this organisational restructuring, the APB has drawn up an ambitious investment plan for the port of Ibiza, with a total budget of €104.31 million for the period 2026–2029. This initiative represents a firm commitment to modernising infrastructure, improving transport links and moving towards a more sustainable port model that is better integrated with the city.
Among the most significant initiatives is the development of the Ibosim seafront promenade, designed as a project that will transform the area and will involve public participation, as well as improvements to road access to the Botafoc area to reduce congestion. Work is also planned on the Botafoc breakwater and various quays, as well as the construction and upgrading of key infrastructure such as the dry dock, new car parks and the future Eivissa–la Savina ferry terminal.
The plan also includes measures aimed at environmental sustainability, such as the introduction of shore power systems to supply electricity to moored vessels and reduce emissions, as well as the modernisation of essential infrastructure such as the drinking water network. Overall, this is a package of actions structured into various projects with defined schedules and budgets, which will strengthen the operational capacity and quality of port services.
Another key focus is the promotion of water sports and recreational boating, with plans to put out to tender a long-term concession for the management of the facility for small and medium-sized vessels located at the Ribera-Poniente quay in the Port of Ibiza, known commercially as Port Nautic Ibiza. This initiative aims to promote disciplines such as sailing and canoeing, encourage educational and social activities, and consolidate the port as a benchmark for social responsibility within the sector.
The APB has also indicated that the development of some strategic investments remains conditional on the final approval of the Special Plan for the port of Ibiza, which is currently being processed. This instrument is key to unlocking essential projects and advancing the integration of the port with the urban environment.
Port traffic in Ibiza
In terms of activity, the port of Ibiza continues to play a central role in the island’s connectivity and supply chain, handling over 90% of all goods. In the cruise sector, the plan for 205 port calls in 2026 includes specific measures to manage passenger flows and ensure operations are compatible with regular traffic, thereby guaranteeing a satisfactory experience for both passengers and port staff.
With the appointment of the new port director and the roll-out of the investment plan, the APB is embarking on a new phase at the ports of Ibiza and La Savina, aimed at enhancing their efficiency, sustainability and service capacity, and at continuing to generate value for the whole of Ibiza and Formentera.
