The Regional Government has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Oceano Azul Foundation and the National Geographic Society to assess and strengthen the Marine Protected Areas Network.
Through Resolution no. 272/2026, the Regional Government of Madeira has authorized the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Oceano Azul Foundation, ARDITI, and the National Geographic Society's Pristine Seas program. The objective is active cooperation in the assessment and strengthening of the Region's Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Network.
This partnership aims to:
The initiative reinforces Madeira's pioneering role in ocean management, at a time when the region is assuming increased responsibilities under the OSPAR Convention.
The Region has authorised the allocation across 2026 and 2027 of costs for three fencing lots along the Caminho dos Pretos firebreak. The total investment is €1,420,000, plus VAT.
The Regional Government Council has appointed veterinarian João Luís de Castro Teixeira as Animal Ombudsman. His appointment takes effect on 1 November 2026.
The Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation will occupy the Quinta Vila Passos through a sublease and receive the vessel 'GOLDMUND' to support marine protected areas.