Loreto Protects Bay: Marina Bans Large Ships After Community Protest
Loreto locals successfully protested a federal decree classifying their port for deep-draft vessels, leading the Ministry of Navy (SEMAR) to officially ban such ships. This decision, formalized on May 24th, overturns a controversial April 2026 modification. The community, along with tourism and environmental groups, feared negative impacts on the marine ecosystem and Loreto Bay National Park.