Information: Vítor Fraga ensures that security forces may continue to rely on the Government's support
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works restated today the Government's availability to continue cooperating with security forces in the archipelago, highlighting the importance of their work for the benefit and well-being of Azorean population. Vítor Fraga spoke during the transfer ceremony of computer equipment to PSP (Public Security Police), amounting to 57 thousand Euros. T... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga urges National Government to speed up recovery of NATO Pier and certification of Lajes Air Base for civilian use
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works urged the Minister of Defence to speed up the recovery of NATO Pier in Ponta Delgada so that the Port Authorities may move forward with the second phase of the rehabilitation works of the port. Vítor Fraga spoke in Lisbon at the end of a meeting with minister Azeredo Lopes. He stressed that this is a fundamental work with "direct impact o... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga highlights importance of Azores Airlines as one of the major exporters of the Region
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works stressed in Barcelona the importance of the Azores Airlines, not only in ensuring accessibility to the archipelago but also in asserting itself "as of the major exporters of the Azores." According to him, it reached "a volume of export of nearly 80 million Euros" in 2016. Speaking at the presentation of the new flight connection, Azores/Barcel... more >>

Information: Government of the Azores ensures continuity and stability of investment in transport and public works, assures Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works stated in Horta that these sectors represent an investment of 156 million Euros in 2017. Vítor Fraga spoke at the end of a hearing on the Committee on Economic Affairs of the Legislative Assembly, stressing that the planned investment ensures "continuity and stability in terms of investment over the next four years." With regard to planned... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga announces 1 million-Euro investment in application of road surface markings on regional roads
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works announced today that the Government of the Azores will invest 1.1 million Euros in the application of road surface markings on regional roads, thus continuing the works in the regional road network. Vítor Fraga stressed that this investment aims to "increase traffic and safety conditions" on Azorean roads. The Regional Secretary spoke at t... more >>

Information: Number of road accidents evidence effectiveness of campaigns, says Vítor Fraga
At the presentation of the road safety campaign designated as "Responsible Pedestrians" in Ponta Delgada, the Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works stated that the reduction registered in the number of serious injuries and fatalities resulting from accidents on Azorean roads “demonstrate the effectiveness of these campaigns." Vítor Fraga pointed out that, although the overal... more >>

Information: Operation Plan of Azores Airlines clearly demonstrates the company's commitment to the Region, says Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works stated in Ponta Delgada that the Operation Plan presented today by the regional airline "clearly demonstrates" the commitment of Azores Airlines to the Region by turning the Azores into "a hub between Europe, North America and Macaronesia." Vítor Fraga spoke at the presentation of the Operation Plan of Azores Airlines for the IATA Summer 2... more >>

Information: Government of the Azores wants to "enhance and develop maritime transport model," says Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works stated today that the ambition of the Government to enhance and develop the maritime transport model. This strategy requires the increase in frequency, the strengthening of links and the reduction of direct and indirect costs. Speaking at the blessing ceremony of the vessel "Cristiano S," Vítor Fraga stressed that we will continue the "pea... more >>

Information: Measures for overall improvement of the transport system are the "culmination of ambition and nonconformity," says Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary for Transport and Public Works highlighted in Horta the Government's ambition to continue working for the overall improvement of the transport system in the archipelago by continuing the implementation of the measures undertaken in the last term and further developing the Integrated Transport Plan (PIT). Vítor Fraga spoke at the Legislative Assembly during the presentat... more >>

Information: Azores may become destination of excellence in international cycling, says Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport stated in Ponta Delgada that the Azores have the potential to establish themselves a destination of excellence in international cycling, which will reinforce the Region as an active nature destination. Vítor Fraga spoke at the presentation of the Azores MTB Marathon 2016, stressing that the event is included in "Cyclin'Azores." Developed by th... more >>