WILLEMSTAD – Curaçao’s Project Team Toezicht & Handhaving (PTH), together with the Kustwacht Caribisch Gebied, carried out inspections at Spaanse Water on May 22, resulting in the discovery of eleven rafts operating without valid permits.
The inspections took place across several bays within the Spaanse Water area, one of Curaçao’s busiest locations for recreational boating and watersports.
According to authorities, inspectors found multiple floating structures that did not possess the required permits under existing maritime regulations.
PTH officials left formal notices at the affected rafts requesting that the owners contact authorities regarding their legal status and permit situation.
Spaanse Water has been under increased scrutiny for some time due to concerns surrounding illegal moorings, unregistered floating structures and violations of maritime regulations.
Authorities stated that the inspections form part of ongoing efforts to improve oversight, safety and compliance within Curaçao’s coastal and recreational marine areas.