IGY Ibiza Marina has finalised a nearly €5 million redevelopment project that includes shore power for superyachts and a revised berth layout, aimed at modernising Ibiza’s port facilities and extending the island’s nautical season. The marina is operated by Ocean Capital Partners, Grupo Empresas Matutes and IGY Marinas.
The project began in November 2024 and included both land and sea infrastructure upgrades. A new berth layout was introduced to accommodate vessels from 20 to 150 metres in length, including superyachts and, during certain periods, small cruise ships. The redevelopment aims to better align the marina with the urban environment and improve service delivery.
A central component of the works involved structural improvements to the breakwater footbridge, enabling the port authority (Autoridad Portuaria de Baleares) to recover approximately 200 metres of previously unusable berthing line. The restored section will now allow docking for small cruise ships directly in the city’s La Marina neighbourhood, relieving pressure on other docking areas and improving berth management during peak season.
In mid-February 2025, the electrical interconnection process was launched, granting docked vessels access to shore power across the marina. The system reduces environmental impact by limiting generator use. Supporting these changes, underground utility works were carried out in adjacent local streets.
All nautical services across the facility have been upgraded. A new customer service office has also been opened, providing direct support to visiting captains and yacht guests.
Since March 2024, IGY Ibiza Marina has operated under an eight-and-a-half-year administrative concession. The investment supports efforts to extend Ibiza’s nautical season and attract larger vessels outside the peak summer period.
The socioeconomic impact of the redevelopment is projected at €30.4 million between 2025 and 2033, with an average of €3.3 million per year. 55 direct jobs were created during construction, and it is expected that 15 permanent positions and more than 300 indirect and induced roles will be created in the local economy as a result of the redevelopment.
