Information: Azores Maritime Training School open to trainees from PALOP countries
The Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport said today that the Azores Maritime Training School, to be installed in the city of Horta, will focus on attracting trainees "not only from the Azores but also from other places, including the Portuguese-speaking African Countries (PALOP)."Speaking to journalists at the end of a visit to the premises of the former Radio Naval Station in Horta, where... more >>

Information: Azores continue to "tread path of success" in tourism, assures Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport conveyed his belief that the Azores will continue to "tread a path of success," which will allow the Region to accomplish the "goal of having a sustainable tourism sector that generates wealth and actively contributes to the maintenance and creation of jobs." Speaking at the launch of the 39th Congress of the Portuguese Association of Travel Agenci... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga announces beginning of geothermal energy prospecting works on Terceira Island in June
The new phase of the geothermal energy prospecting works on the island of Terceira will start in the month of June, announced the Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport during a visit to that island on the World Day of Energy. Vítor Fraga revealed that, following a decision of the Council of the Government, "EDA will continue the geothermal energy prospecting works to check if there ar... more >>

Information: "Volta ao Caldeirão" trail on Corvo Island reopened on Friday
The "Volta ao Caldeirão" trail, located on Corvo Island Natural Park, was reopened on Friday by Vítor Fraga, Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport, on the European Day of Parks. With an extension of 4.8 kilometres, this trail was recovered by the services of the Regional Secretariats for Tourism and Transport and for Natural Resources, which have also installed signs. Hence, res... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga welcomed inclusion of four Azorean ports in the European list of "relevant maritime ports"
The Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport said this afternoon that the European Commission's proposal provides the improvement of port operations in 319 major maritime ports, including four Azorean ports (Lajes das Flores, Horta, Praia da Vitória and Ponta Delgada), and their connection to transport networks. This proposal "evidence the importance of the Regional Government's actions ... more >>

Information: New SATA administrators appointed at General Assembly
The Autonomous Region of the Azores will appoint Francisco Gil e Luís Parreirão for the Administration Board of SATA at the General Assembly. The appointment of the new members by the Government of the Azores follows the departure of Vítor Fraga and Rui Quadros from the Administration Board. Francisco Gil will be the administrator for the commercial area of Grupo SATA. He has a de... more >>

Information: SATA Rallye Açores is "clear demonstration" that Azorean people are able to overcome difficulties, says Vítor Fraga
The Regional Secretary of Tourism and Transport said on Friday that the organisation of SATA Rallye Açores is "a clear demonstration that the Azorean people are able to overcome all adverse situations when urged to do so." Vítor Fraga spoke to journalists during a visit to "Portas do Mar" in Ponta Delgada, which are the headquarters of the biggest motorsport event in the Region. The gov... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga announces programme for communication technologies
The Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport announced today the creation of "a specific programme for communication technologies" with the purpose of "promoting the Azores as a place where this type of projects and investments are supported and welcomed." Vítor Fraga spoke at the opening ceremony that marked the symbolic start of the construction of a VLBI station (Very Long Baseline In... more >>

Information: Azores host annual convention of Iberian Chapter of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) will host the annual convention of its Iberian Chapter on the island of São Miguel starting on Thursday, April 18. The organisation of this convention in the Azores, which takes place on Thursday and Friday, is the result of an institutional effort that has been undertaken to promote the organisation of events in the Region. The ... more >>

Information: Vítor Fraga assures conclusion of public service obligations for maritime transport by the end of the year
The public service obligations the Regional Government is "outlining" for maritime transport in the archipelago will be concluded by the end of this year, announced the Regional Secretary for Tourism and Transport today in Horta. Vítor Fraga spoke at the Legislative Assembly during a debate on a draft resolution submitted by PCP recommending the purchase of a vessel with capacity to tran... more >>