Port Center construction begins

The construction of a "Port Center" has officially started as part of the Strategic Project 2026-2030 of the Grand Port Maritime de Bordeaux (GPMB), aiming to modernize and expand the port's infrastructure and services.

Architect selected for the project

The lead architect for the Port Center has been selected as Ylé, an architecture firm based in Nantes and Paris. The firm was chosen by a jury that included representatives from the GPMB, Bordeaux Métropole, the City of Bordeaux, the Union Maritime et Portuaire de Bordeaux (UMPB), and architect Nicolas Michelin.

Project meets strategic goals

Ylé's proposed design for the Port Center has been praised for meeting "in all aspects the objectives set" by the GPMB and its partners, indicating that the project aligns well with the long-term vision for the port's development.

Significant portion of work remains

Despite the progress, the project is still in its early stages, with 74% of the work yet to be completed, suggesting that the Port Center will be a long-term endeavor with multiple phases of development.