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Politics · Funchal · 6 September 2026

JPP promotes conference on ferry service and territorial continuity

The JPP party is organizing a conference to discuss a regular ferry link between Madeira and the mainland, analyzing an economic-financial study.

JPP promotes conference on ferry service and territorial continuity

The JPP party is holding a conference on September 9th in Funchal, dedicated to the theme 'Ferry and Territorial Continuity'. The initiative will focus on analyzing an economic-financial study concerning a regular ferry service between Madeira and the mainland.

Élvio Sousa of JPP believes the study shows Madeirans' desire to re-establish this maritime link but points out weaknesses, such as the emphasis on freight transport and a limit of 40 cargo units per trip.

The JPP reaffirmed its political commitment to restoring the regular maritime connection, with Élvio Sousa stating the party will implement a year-round ferry service once in government.

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