The Ministry of Transport has launched an informal public consultation process to explore development options for Larnaca’s port and marina, marking the first step in a long-term development project.
The electronic consultation, which began on October 31 and runs until December 1, invites stakeholders to submit proposals for either joint or separate development of the port and marina facilities through the “e-Consultation” platform.
The ministry is seeking input from economic operators, individuals and legal entities regarding “optimal use and development of Larnaca’s port and marina infrastructure, either as separate projects or as an integrated development,” according to the announcement.
Participants have been advised that the informal nature of the consultation means no agreements or financial commitments will result from this process.
The next phase will involve appointing specialised port and marina management consultants to provide professional guidance on optimal development strategies.
The port handled 446 vessels in 2023, processing 1.75 million tonnes of general and bulk cargo – primarily gypsum, animal feed and construction steel – along with 9,500 vehicles via Ro-Ro vessels and 17,000 passengers through its terminal.
The marina, which operates at near maximum capacity, offers 320 berths. The development area between the port and marina spans approximately 211,000 square metres.
Larnaca Mayor Andreas Vyras expressed satisfaction with the initiative’s launch.
He noted that approval is pending from the Council of Ministers for funding a municipal architectural competition for immediate marina improvements, including landscaping and Naval Club facilities, to be state-funded.
