Proposal for developing a nautical industry in the Dominican Republic

To lay the groundwork for developing a nautical industry in the Dominican Republic, the Dominican-Italian Chamber of Commerce organized an event promoted by the Italian Embassy in Santo Domingo in collaboration with the French Embassy.

The initiative, entitled ‘La Dolce Vita Nautica’ in the Dominican Republic – Development of the Nautical Industry and its Infrastructures,” was coordinated by IB Nautica Group and took place in the presence of Italian Ambassador Stefano Queirolo Palmas.

He praised the projects for the development of the maritime industry in the Dominican Republic, which can benefit the tourism sector and create jobs.

The minister also hoped that the Dominican Republic would create a “nautical environment” that would allow boat owners to “have a positive experience in the country.”

To this end, Macarrulla called for the training of professionals, a system of adequately maintained marinas, and a safety program.

The initiative was also attended by the Mayor of Santo Domingo, Carolina Mejía, the Vice Minister of Tourism, Roberto Henríquez, and the presidents of the Dominican-Italian and Dominican-French Chambers of Commerce.

It was, as indicated in a press release, the first of three meetings dedicated to projects for the development of the water sports sector conceived and promoted by the Italian and French embassies in Santo Domingo, with the firm support of leading companies in the sector, such as the Italian Azimut Benetti Group and the French Bouygues Constructions.

The following events are planned for late 2022 and early 2023 to give continuity and relevance to an industry with great potential and added value that is still underdeveloped in the Dominican Republic.

With information from ANSA