Larnaca, Cyprus. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades met local authorities on Friday to discuss next steps for the stalled Larnaca marina redevelopment, including dredging works, the nautical club tender and evaluation of proposals to revive the project.
Meeting amid delays and calls for clarity
Vafeades met Larnaca mayor Andreas Vyras, municipal president Nakis Antoniou and officials from the urban planning department amid frustration over repeated delays and calls for formal government positions.
Prosperity Group proposal and legal review
Vyras raised questions over a proposal by the Prosperity Group, linked to former contractor Kition Ocean Holdings, seeking to revive the project. An opinion has been requested from the legal service before any decision is taken.
Dredging timeline and tender procedures
Vafeades said dredging of the marina is expected to be completed this month and that procedures for the tender for the nautical club can proceed immediately.
Foreign experts study and community consultations
He said a study by foreign experts will be submitted within a week, after which consultations with the local community will begin. He said timetables would be provided for both the study and subsequent steps, and noted the need for careful planning and engagement.
Local authorities seek deadlines and jobs
Vyras welcomed the commitment but said strict deadlines were essential to avoid further delays. Antoniou underlined the importance of creating local jobs so that young people can remain in Larnaca.
What deadlines do you think should be set to prevent further delays in the Larnaca marina redevelopment?