ADN Madeira advocates that the unused capacity of the ferry during low-demand periods be used for roll-on/roll-off cargo transport, in order to increase operation revenues and reduce public compensation paid by taxpayers. The party wants to deepen the 75/25 financing model proposed for a regular maritime connection between Madeira and the mainland.
The proposal comes following a position presented by ADN Madeira on August 31st, which already advocated a shared financing solution between the State and the Autonomous Region of Madeira. The 75/25 model would imply that 75% of the financing would come from one party and the remaining 25% from the other.
According to the party, using the ferry's cargo capacity would make the operation more financially sustainable, reducing the need for public support. This approach would seek to profit from low-demand periods, when the available space on the ship would not be used otherwise.
ADN Madeira's position is part of the broader debate on maritime connections between Madeira and the mainland, a topic of strategic importance for the Autonomous Region. The party argues that the combination of passengers and cargo could offer a more efficient solution for inter-island transport.
