Tecnovia Expected to Suspend Work Amid Payment Delays
According to a report by Funchal Noticias, Construction on the Funchal Marina is poised to come to a halt as the contractor, Tecnovia, prepares to suspend operations due to ongoing payment delays. This development arises just two months before the scheduled opening of the marina, raising serious concerns about the project’s timeline. Funchal Marina was set to be finished by September 2024.
Ongoing Issues Surrounding Fuel Deposit Transfer
According to the source, the delay is mainly due to issues with the transfer of fuel deposits, which unexpectedly became the responsibility of APRAM, the organization managing the marina. This task was not included in the original contract, but APRAM had to step in after the company that was supposed to handle the fuel supply backed out, forcing the marina's owner to take on these extra responsibilities.
Workers Set to Abandon Site
The source further indicates that workers are expected to cease all activities as soon as today, leaving the construction site unattended. While cleaning operations were conducted on Wednesday, the site is anticipated to become deserted shortly, further complicating the situation surrounding the project.
Uncertainty Surrounds Opening Date
Although there were earlier predictions for an early opening, sources now indicate that the Funchal Marina may not welcome the public until late in the first quarter of 2025. This updated timeline is influenced by the expected construction halt and ongoing financial and logistical issues affecting the project. Attempts to get more information from APRAM have so far been unsuccessful, with no responses received.
Source: Funchal Noticias
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