The APB kicks off the integral transformation of Mahón’s port with two strategic projects

The new maritime station of the Cós Nou and the reordination of the south shore consolidate the port-city integrative and participative strategy.

The Portuary Authority of the Balearics (APB) has given today, Wednesday, July 23rd, a decisive step toward the transformation of Mahón’s port with the presentation of two strategic projects: the future maritime station of the Cós Nou and the beginning of the participative process for the reordination of the south shore. Both operations are inside the mark of the ambitious ‘Port Maó, Horitzó 2030’ plan, which expects a public and private inversion of 81 millions euros until 2029.

The president of the APB (Port Authority of the Balearic Islands), Javier Sanz, emphasized that beyond the investment itself, what stands out about these projects is the participatory process that aligns with the strategic goal of improving port-city relations, “working with a model of an integrated port that is open to the city and focused on people.”

This morning, the basic design for the new maritime station at Cós Nou was presented to the main port stakeholders, such as security forces, logistics operators, local authorities, and other agents in the port environment. The proposal, developed by the joint venture Port Maó, formed by Grimalt Nadal Morey Enginyers and Barceló-Balanzó Arquitectes and winner of the public tender launched by the APB, was the result of consensus among institutions, technical experts, and professionals involved in the port’s future.

The new station will replace the current temporary facility, substantially improving comfort and operability for both passengers and logistics operators. Additionally, its construction supports the broader port transformation strategy, which has shifted cargo traffic to Cós Nou to free up the passenger dock, allowing for its urban integration and focus on cruise ship activity.

Preparatory work has been underway since May 2025, starting with the improvement of the access road to Cós Nou. An essential step to ensure connectivity and the safe movement of heavy vehicles. This phase is budgeted at 2.83 million euros.

The overall budget for the project amounts to 21 million euros. The final construction project will be delivered in September, after which the bidding process for the works will be launched. The new station is expected to be fully completed by the end of 2027, at which point the port will have a modern, functional facility fully adapted to both current and future needs.

At the same time, the APB has announced the launch of a participatory process to design the redevelopment of the south shore of the port of Mahón, specifically the area between Colàrsega and Cala Figuera. This intervention aims to radically transform the waterfront into a more attractive, accessible, and sustainable urban space. The process, which will begin in September and conclude by the end of the year, will be led by the consultancy NEARCO, which has experience in similar processes in Maó and other port cities.

The objective is to listen, gather proposals, and build consensus among all involved stakeholders, from local residents and business owners to public institutions, professionals, and citizen groups. The conclusions drawn from this process will be directly incorporated into the design of the preliminary project, ensuring a shared solution that is adapted to the real needs of the territory.

The redesign of the south shore seeks to reclaim space for pedestrians, reduce the dominance of motor traffic, and promote more people-friendly mobility. Plans include a new bike lane and an electric public transport system connecting the future Cala Figuera parking lot with the Cós Nou maritime station. The project also envisions expanding green areas, adding quality urban furniture, and creating new recreational spaces designed for active, year-round use.

Through these initiatives, the APB reaffirms its commitment to inclusive, sustainable, and people-centered urban transformation. The port of Mahón is thus preparing to become a space better integrated into the city, more accessible to all, and aligned with the values of social cohesion, environmental sustainability, and economic development.