Hospitality, research for Porta a Mare Waterfront in Livorno entrusted to Savills

The development of Porta a Mare Waterfront, the urban regeneration project built in the area of the old port of Livorno, continues. Igd, through its subsidiary Porta Medicea, has entrusted Savills with an exclusive assignment for the search and selection of one or more operators for the management of the tourist-accommodation complex planned in the area and for assistance with the complete development of the Lips sector.

The operation marks the start of the new phase of the project after the completion of the Mazzini and Officine Storiche sub-areas, already involved in the construction of residences, commercial spaces, offices and catering activities. Work is now continuing on the Lips, Molo Mediceo and Arsenale sub-areas.

The overall Porta a Mare Waterfront programme covers over 100,000 square metres in the area of the former Orlando shipyards and aims to transform part of the city's waterfront into a multifunctional district.

The tourist-receptive component planned in the Lips complex will be developed on a gross area of more than 12,000 square metres. The project envisages the construction of a structure composed of a hotel and a tourist-hotel residence (Rta) for approximately 180 rooms, with dedicated services including a restaurant, bar, gym and meeting rooms. A hostel with more than 200 beds is also planned.

According to the company, the authorisation process with the relevant authorities is nearing completion.