WILLEMSTAD, FALCÓN – The maritime sector in Venezuela’s Falcón state is optimistic about the potential reestablishment of ferry connections with the Dutch Caribbean islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. 

Shipping entrepreneur Juan Díaz emphasized the economic importance of reviving maritime links between Falcón and the so-called ABC islands. “Restoring ferry service to the ABC islands would have a major impact,” Díaz told Unión Radio. “We used to have this connection, but it was lost over time. Reestablishing it would be a significant step forward for the development of the peninsula, as it would boost commercial exchange.” 

According to Díaz, resuming ferry services could revitalize trade between the Venezuelan mainland and the nearby islands, especially for the Paraguaná region, which historically benefited from maritime commerce with Curaçao and Aruba. 

Shipping company Korferry has expressed interest in launching a route from Falcón, with a possible direct connection to Curaçao. Although concrete plans have not been announced, the company’s willingness to explore the route signals growing regional momentum for the restoration of maritime links. 

Such a move could ease cargo transport, boost tourism, and foster economic ties between the ABC islands and western Venezuela, particularly at a time when regional integration is being reconsidered after years of political and logistical obstacles.