A big project for boats in Paphos is starting again. This project was stopped for almost 20 years. The government of Cyprus is now looking for companies to build it. This will make Paphos a very good place for boat activities in the Mediterranean. The new marina will be modern. It will also be able to hold bigger boats.
The project will be on land owned by the state. It is in the Kissonerga area. This is a strong effort to make the idea work. The project faced many problems before. Now, companies can show their interest. They must do this by January 23rd. This is the first step. Then, companies will be asked to give their detailed plans. The project will be used for 55 years.
This marina was planned to make tourism in Paphos better. The decision to start it again was made recently. It shows they want to use Cyprus’s coast for more business. The goal is to help boat tourism across the island. It will also make a safe sea area. This will improve the holiday experience. It will also help with tourism during different times of the year.
The Paphos marina will be very large. It will cover about 165,000 square metres. It can hold up to 1,000 leisure boats. The company that wins the contract can choose how to build it. One way is to focus on the sea part. About 70-80% will be for boats. The rest will be for buildings like homes and a hotel. The other option is similar but can also hold cruise ships.
This choice helps meet different needs. It is good for people with big yachts and for cruise ship visitors. The project will be managed well. It is expected to bring much money to Paphos. It will also create jobs. The project will also be good for the environment. The Paphos marina is starting again after a long time. This is important for Cyprus to be a top place for boats in the Mediterranean.