SAMANÁ.– Just weeks after the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Samaná tourist and cruise terminal (Samaná Bayport), the results of the land clearing and preparation work are already visible, as the site will house one of the most modern cruise ports in the Caribbean.
According to statements from the main executives of the Samaná Maritime Terminals Consortium (TEMARSAM), the project is destined to become the catalyst for the tourism, economic and real estate development of Samaná and the entire northeast region of the country.
“Samaná is the crown jewel of Dominican tourism. Unfortunately, a project like this, which will restore all its splendor not only to the town of Santa Bárbara but to the entire province, had not been developed until now. That is why this terminal is so important; it will be the entry point for tens of thousands of tourists who will witness the beauty of this province and the entire northeastern region of the country. These tourists will be the same ones who will come to invest in the real estate sector and, above all, will be ambassadors for this great destination,” stated Federico Schad, President of the Temarsam Consortium.
The site preparation process for the terminal includes, in addition to cleaning and environmental remediation, earthmoving, design and planning for the dock foundations, and other related work. This work is being carried out by highly reputable companies using specialized equipment and skilled personnel, ensuring timely and successful completion.
The company stated that its main focus at this time is to begin construction work on schedule, with the aim of completing phase 1 of the Samaná cruise terminal by mid-2023, according to a press release.
Environmental commitment
As part of the TEMARSAM Consortium's commitment to the environmental sustainability of the area, all work has been carried out in compliance with international and national environmental standards and in close collaboration with the competent authorities.
“We have not only been removing tons of waste from the construction site, but we have also been collaborating on the channeling of the ravine that leads from the landfill to the boardwalk. As you know, during the rainy season this ravine fills with waste, flooding the entire boardwalk, the town, and ultimately dumping tons of plastic into the bay,” stated Hugo Crende, the project's Operations Manager.
Likewise, the executives publicly declared their commitment to maintaining the area's marine biodiversity and flora, successfully transplanting dozens of mangroves under the supervision of qualified technicians. “Our commitment is not only to maintain the area's biodiversity but also to improve it. To this end, we have designed a plan that will make this terminal a model facility in terms of sustainability,” added Federico Schad.
Support from the authorities
In this regard, the consortium's directors highlighted the support offered by the leaders of the Dominican Port Authority, the Ministry of the Environment, and local authorities for the successful development of this project. "At this stage, the close collaboration and communication with the authorities has been essential for the project. For this, we are grateful and reiterate our commitment as a company to contribute to the growth of tourism in the province with the construction of this cruise terminal in Samaná," the project executives stated.
About Samaná Bayport
Samaná Bayport is a tourism development project with 100% Dominican capital, which seeks to promote cruise and private navigation tourism in Samaná Bay.
