On Monday a formal ceremony was held at Puerto de La Duquesa to raise the Blue Flag, an award that recognises the quality of the marina’s facilities, services and environmental management.
The managing director of Puerto de La Duquesa, Manuel Raigón, was accompanied by the mayor of Manilva, José Manuel Fernández; the first deputy mayor, Agustín Vargas; the Tourism and Relations with Marinas del Mediterráneo councillor; the Environment councillor, Noelia Muñoz; the Beaches councillor, Gema Zotano; the Cleaning representative, Rogelio Pascual; the head of the Estepona Fishermen’s Guild (Cofradía de Pescadores de Estepona), Pedro Benzal; and part of the marina team.
This year, Puerto de La Duquesa has received the Blue Flag for the 27th consecutive year, a recognition that underlines its commitment to excellence and sustainability. The marina’s facilities offer high-quality services to users, while striving to protect the marine environment.
During the ceremony, the mayor of Manilva highlighted the importance of Puerto de La Duquesa for the local economy and tourism. He also praised the work of Marinas del Mediterráneo in keeping the Blue Flag for so many years.
For his part, Manuel Raigón said that this award is «the result of the effort and dedication of the whole marina team». He also thanked Manilva Town Hall for its collaboration and support.
The ceremony ended with the raising of the Blue Flag, which will fly at Puerto de La Duquesa throughout the summer as a symbol of its commitment to quality and sustainability.
This recognition is a source of pride for Manilva and consolidates Puerto de La Duquesa as a benchmark in the sports boating sector.
