APORDOM begins maintenance of Palenque pier

San Crístobal.- The Dominican Port Authority (APORDOM) has begun maintenance work on the tourist and fishing pier in Palenque, as part of its nationwide maritime infrastructure rehabilitation program. This initiative aims to modernize and preserve key coastal structures that support local economies.

APORDOM director Jean Luis Rodríguez emphasized the importance of maintaining these piers, particularly in fishing hubs like Palenque, to ensure their safety and long-term functionality. The work began with dismantling reusable wood, which was stored at the Dominican Navy detachment, followed by cleaning and preparing the structure for anticorrosive treatment.

This maintenance effort is part of a broader national plan that includes piers in Río San Juan, Cabrera, Miches, and Sánchez. These improvements aim to boost the competitiveness of the fishing sector while providing safe, dignified facilities that contribute to the economic well-being of coastal communities.