Two decisions for floating platforms were issued by the competent bodies, for placement in marine areas of Corfu and Mykonos.
Specifically, the General Secretariat of Ports, Port Policy and Maritime Investments approved the placement of a floating platform, with an area of 89.80 sq.m. in the Benitses marine area of Corfu, in front of the ANGSANA CORFU RESORT hotel on behalf of the company KLC III HELLAS S.A., with the aim of using it as a starting point and parking for motorized and non-motorized recreational vehicles and for seasonal use up to 9 months.
The service of access to and from the floating platform will be provided by the placement and use of an access corridor with an area of 4.25 sq.m. which is connected to the floating platform and the land by simple support. In addition, the floating platform will be placed without intervention on the shore.
It is noted that, among other things, the use of the floating platform for the installation and operation of restaurants or entertainment centers is not allowed, nor can it serve as permanent mooring places for boats or advertising purposes. Also, in the event of finding ancient or cultural objects during the installation of the floating platform, those responsible for the project must stop them and immediately notify the Ephorate of Underwater Antiquities.
At the same time, the General Secretariat of Ports, Port Policy and Maritime Investments approved the re-installation of a floating platform, with an area of 44.08 sq.m. in the sea area of Agios Ioannis – Diakoftis of Mykonos, for the purpose of providing access for bathers to inaccessible beaches and areas, on behalf of the company DIAKOFTIS TOURISM AND HOTEL COMPANY SA and for seasonal use up to 9 months.
Among other things, the floating platform should be placed at a safe distance from any port works located or being constructed in the specific sea area, as well as from maritime hazards, especially shipwrecks, areas where tides are observed, etc. In addition, the floating platform should not impede safe navigation or be located within navigable channels and sea routes, as well as in areas where submarine cables and pipelines are laid.
