The ADN Madeira party has detailed its proposal for an annual maritime link between Madeira and the mainland, focusing on a 75/25 model for public compensation.
The new suggestion aims for a more flexible use of the ferry's capacity. During periods of lower demand for passengers and private vehicles, part of the available space could be allocated to rolling cargo. The objective is to increase operational revenue and, consequently, reduce the need for public subsidies.
The proposal maintains the principle that the Portuguese Republic should cover at least 75% of the service's net compensation, with the Autonomous Region of Madeira contributing up to 25%. This regional participation would preferably be financed through an update of the State-Madeira financial relations.
ADN Madeira also advocates that the contract with the operator should not be a fixed amount but variable according to generated revenue. The higher the revenue from passengers, vehicles, and cargo, the lower the public compensation should be, with transparent and auditable accounts.
