Ports guarantees the stability of the dock but it will have to be repaired

This is the main conclusion of a report commissioned by the entity dependent on the Canary Islands Government on the state of the jetty at the mouth of the pier, and that the general director of Puertos Canarios, Manuel Ortega, has transferred to the mayor of Puerto de la Cruz, Marco González, as reported yesterday by the City Council in a note.

Given the concern raised by the state of the facility, especially with regard to the foundation of the jetty of the quayin the aforementioned report it is concluded that, although small mismatches are observed in the infrastructure, it has been certified that there are no hidden risks in the breakwater, so there is no risk of collapse, adds the Consistory.

“Although the report technically certifies the reality of the breakwater and gives us peace of mind, it has been agreed that actions will be launched in the coming months, beginning with the drafting of the project under this report to act on these mismatches to continue guaranteeing in the coming months the stability of the breakwater for years”, the mayor also asserts.

Puertos Canarios has commissioned the drafting of the project to deal with these works, which will consolidate this part of the breakwater that is located at the mouth of the dock.

In addition, the mayor has spoken of the need to undertake comprehensive improvement works that entail repairing, beautifying and increasing security in the dock facilities, “an action widely demanded by the citizens of Porto so that, conserving the essence and space identity, you can enjoy a better experience in one of the most charming enclaves of our city and that is also used by our visitors». Puertos Canarios responded to this municipal requirement with the commitment to study these improvements, in order to present a schedule of actions with the actions planned for the coming months.