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Representatives of the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) met with members of various entities involved in the transfer of the land that will form part of the Puerto Armuelles multipurpose pier. The meeting aimed to define the boundaries of the land designated for the AMP's logistics and storage area. They also toured the areas of interest for the development of the second phase of the project.
Regarding the progress of the multipurpose pier, construction is 48% complete and is expected to be operational in 2026. This project seeks to strengthen maritime connections in the Pacific, boost local and regional development, and open new opportunities for all residents of the province of Chiriquí. Thus, with the addition of 35 hectares of land and an investment of US$21,2 million, the new port will be equipped with modern infrastructure for storage, cargo transportation, and industrial development.
The AMP office building, meanwhile, is 40% complete and is built with an innovative lightweight structural system, designed to minimize the load on the structure. It also features double-layered galvanized metal sheet roofs, protected against saline environments, and thermal insulation. This type of roof does not require drilling holes with screws for anchoring.
During the meeting, it was proposed to create a committee within the Provincial Technical Board (JTP) to address inter-institutional and sectoral issues, with the goal of responding to the needs of Puerto Armuelles and providing comprehensive service to future port users. Along these lines, Mr. Boris Peña, secretary of the JTP and director of the Ministry of Economy and Finance in the province of Chiriquí, will present to the Governor's Office the proposal to form the inter-institutional committee for the development of Puerto Armuelles.
The institutions participating in the meeting were: the Bugaba Fire Department, the AMP (National Park of the Autonomous Community of Bugaba), the National Land Administration Authority (ANATI), the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the Civil Aeronautics Authority.
By MundoMaritimo
Source: https://www.mundomaritimo.cl/
