In Corsica, the Port of Propriano joins the SEA Index® and takes another step towards sustainable yachting

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire In Corsica, the Port of Propriano joins the SEA Index® and takes another step towards sustainable yachtingAuthor of the article: You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Port of Propriano pursues its commitment in favour of environmentally responsible port development, combining maritime performance, high-quality services and protection of the environment. GNWMONACO, July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the Valinco Gulf in Corsica, the Port of Propriano pursues its commitment in favour of environmentally responsible port development, combining maritime performance, high-quality services and protection of the environment.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountBy joining the SEA Index®, a framework developed by the Yacht Club de Monaco, the municipal port of Propriano is becoming part of an international movement bringing together stakeholders committed to the environmental transition of leisure boating and yachting, to which Corsican ports now actively support in the Mediterranean.This step comes as the SEA Index® gradually expands its scope, with the recent extension of its CO₂ certification to leisure boats starting at 10 metres, providing an assessment of a wide range of vessels, including yachts, sailing yachts, displacement monohulls, semi-displacement monohulls, planing monohulls or production catamarans up to 35 metres in overall length.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againOfficially formalised in an agreement, this joint commitment recognises the Port of Propriano as an Institutional Member of the SEA Index® and strengthens a coordinated regional approach across Corsica.A framework for strengthening local environmental policy Along with Bonifacio and Saint-Florent, Propriano is the third Corsican port to join the SEA Index® network.Located in a breathtaking natural setting and sheltered from the wind, Propriano benefits from a strategic position between Corsica and the mainland. As a leading regional port, it is deeply rooted in the life of the Valinco Gulf, where maritime tradition meets dynamic tourism. All year around, the port remains a hub of activity for local residents and professional fishermen. During high season, numerous passing vessels also set foot in the port. Faithful to its « Ports Propres » standard, Propriano is fully committed to maintain a balance between tourism, local economic development and the long-term protection of its coastal environment.The SEA Index® has established itself as an essential driving force, bringing together ports, shipowners and industry professionals around a shared ambition: combining prestige, innovation and environmental commitment in yachting.Originally focused on CO₂ emissions, with a certification delivered by Lloyd’s Register, this framework is gradually being enriched with new environmental indicators, such as a new certification covering the Air Quality developed with Atmosud.From international destinations to local ports, from urban marinas to island stopovers, the SEA Index® provides a common framework tailored to a wide range of vessels and uses, from superyachts to pleasure boats. This approach has made it a benchmark tool for the entire boating ecosystem, while guaranteeing an assessment based on criteria independently certified.The Port of Propriano has now access to the SEA Index® digital platform, allowing it to welcome SEA Index® certified vessels and offer them additional value-added features, whilst helping to promote the adoption of the SEA Index® CO₂ and Air Quality tools within its network.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Leadership quotes:« It is a real source of satisfaction to watch leading ports such as Propriano becoming part of the SEA Index® ecosystem. This movement confirms that the most committed players to responsible yachting now share a common framework to measure, promote and encourage best environmental practices. This convergence is not a matter of chance: it is a testament of the SEA Index®‘s credibility and the collective commitment to set common standards to protect the marine environment. As part of the Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting dynamic driven by the Yacht Club de Monaco, this initiative contributes to building a growth model in which innovation, attractive destinations and environmental responsibility work together in the interests of the Mediterranean and upcoming generations. » Bernard d’Alessandri, President of the SEA Index® and YCM General Secretary.« Given the environmental challenges we face, we are committed to promoting more sustainable leisure boating. By joining the SEA Index®, we are supporting innovative solutions supporting the maritime sector’s ecological transition and strengthening our commitment to protecting the environment. » Paul-Marie Bartoli, Mayor of Propriano ABOUT THE PORT OF PROPRIANO As the main port of Valinco in South Corsica, the Port of Propriano is a multi-purpose maritime infrastructure, bringing together a commercial port, with regular connections to the mainland, and a marina dedicated to leisure boating and fishing, managed by the local authorities.Open all year long, the port is a key economic player in the Sartenais-Valinco area. Acting as a hub for trade, a maritime gateway and a popular stopover for sailors, it boosts the region’s dynamics while offering an exceptional natural setting.ABOUT THE SEA Index®Founded in 2020 by the Yacht Club de Monaco (Y.C.M.) and Credit Suisse (UBS Group), the SEA Index® certification (Superyacht Eco Association) is a pioneering initiative designed to assess and reduce the environmental footprint of vessels. Based on recognized scientific methodologies and supported by independent third-party verification, the SEA Index® brings together a growing network of more than twenty ports partner, primarily in the Mediterranean, as well as in other regions such as the Caribbean and the Seychelles.It stands as one of the key pillars of the collective initiative « Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting », led by the Y.C.M., whose ambition is to position the Principality as a global benchmark for innovative, sustainable, and responsible yachting, contributing to ocean protection and the development of the yachting of tomorrow.For more information:Press Office LaPresse – ufficio.stampa@lapresse.itNotice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.