The Nautical Table will create five Technical Commissions to face the challenges of Balearic nautica

Today, October 30th, the Minister of the Sea and Water Cycle, Juan Manuel Lafuente, chaired the second session of the Nautical Table of the Balearic Islands, held at the Club Náutico s’Arenal, where a key initiative for sector management was launched: the creation of five Technical Commissions that will allow for addressing the specific challenges of Balearic nautical with greater rigor and specialization.

"These working groups will allow us to address the pending challenges with rigor and efficiency," states Minister Lafuente at the second meeting of this advisory body, created to meet the sector's needs.

These commissions will cover areas such as the accessibility of nautical activities for the resident population, the education and training of professionals, the management of port facilities, the sustainability of navigation, and the regulation of recreational activities. The goal is to ensure more precise governance and long-term planning that contribute to preserving the maritime heritage of the islands while responding to the demands of the sector and the citizens.

During the meeting, which also included new members from different sectors of the nautical world, Minister Lafuente emphasized the importance of these commissions for specialized management. "The Technical Commissions are a fundamental tool to ensure that each decision we make is tailored to the real needs of the sector, allowing us to act effectively on issues such as sustainability, training, or accessibility," he declared, highlighting the value of a space for analysis dedicated to each area.

For his part, Antoni Mercant, Director General of Ports and Maritime Transport, pointed out the relevance of these commissions for the balanced development of the sector: "This new approach will allow us to address each aspect in depth, ensuring that our policies are environmentally friendly and efficient for users. It is a great opportunity to improve management and preserve the sea for future generations."

In addition to creating the Technical Commissions, today's session discussed the revision of the decree regulating the rental of recreational boats and the preliminary draft of the Law for the Planning and Integral Management of the Coastline. These reforms seek to strengthen the protection of coastal ecosystems and ensure a balanced coexistence between nautical activity and environmental preservation.

In line with the importance of promoting a culture of respect for the sea, the Government is working on launching the first edition of 'Blue Week,' a project aimed at bringing young people closer to nautical activities and educating them on the preservation of the marine environment. This initiative, aimed at children between the ages of 10 and 12, will offer workshops and activities in different locations in the Balearic Islands, as well as educational talks.