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FGV will allocate 7.8 million euros to the maintenance of catenary, electrical substations and low voltage installations in TRAM d'Alacant

The contract will be for three years with the possibility of two annual extensions that would raise the investment to 12.8 million euros.
The services to be performed are preventive and corrective maintenance, as well as extraordinary, complementary and improvement actions.
Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat Valenciana (FGV) has put out to tender the maintenance service for the overhead contact line, commonly known as “catenary”, the electrical substations and low voltage installations of the public company in the province of Alicante in the TRAM d'Alacant network for a value of 7,811,811.40 euros, VAT included.

The contract is for a three-year period, with the possibility of two annual extensions, which would increase the investment to 12,830,014.39 euros, including VAT, if executed.

The maintenance of overhead contact lines, electrical substations and low voltage installations is a basic necessity, both for the safety of railway traffic and for maintaining an adequate level of service during their useful life.

Thus, the good condition of the catenary installations is essential for the capture of electrical energy by the trains for their operation and is characterized by the critical impact that their operation has on the safety of people and the commercial service of trains, requiring a very high availability of most of its elements to guarantee their continuity, availability and reliability.

In addition, the maintenance of traction electrical substations, transformation centres, high voltage lines, low voltage electrical installations and lighting, and the associated remote control systems for energy and fixed installations is included.

The services to be provided and contemplated in the future contract are specified in preventive maintenance; corrective maintenance and extraordinary actions; modification or improvement actions; and complementary actions.

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Overview

This week across Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Finestrat, and La Nucía is mainly:

Weekly markets and street trading

Live music in bars and small venues

Early spring coastal tourism activity (boat trips, promenades)

Small cultural events and exhibitions

Gradual build-up toward May festivals in Benidorm

BENIDORM – Events and Activity

Markets and street life

Wednesday and Sunday main street markets (large general markets for clothing, food, and goods)
Old Town craft stalls operating in the evenings
Night markets becoming more active as tourist season builds

Cultural activity

Early preparations and signage for the Medieval Market coming soon in central Benidorm
Small pop-up performances in Old Town squares (musicians, street entertainment)

Nightlife and entertainment

Live music every night across the main strips (cover bands, tribute acts, karaoke)
DJ sets and bar entertainment increasing toward peak season
Rooftop bars and terrace venues reopening more consistently

Overall feel

Benidorm is in an active pre-summer phase with strong nightlife and steady tourist flow.

ALTEA – Cultural and coastal atmosphere

Old Town and culture
Art galleries and artisan shops open daily
Small exhibitions and cultural displays in local venues

Live music

Acoustic and low-key live music in bars around Old Town and seafront areas
Occasional weekend performances in Irish and cocktail bars

Sea activities

Boat trips operating from Altea harbour including:
Coastal cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Swimming stops depending on weather conditions

Overall feel

Quiet, scenic, and cultural with a strong focus on relaxation rather than nightlife.

ALBIR / ALFÀS DEL PI – Mixed expat and local activity

Markets

Friday weekly street market with food, clothing, and household goods
Nearby Sunday markets in Altea also attract visitors from the area

Live music

Regular pub and bar entertainment, especially in Irish and rock-themed venues
Weekly live bands and acoustic performances across multiple venues

Cultural venues

Casa de Cultura hosting small theatre events, exhibitions, and community activities
Regular local group meetings and social clubs

Overall feel

Balanced area with both relaxed daytime atmosphere and active evenings.

LA NUCÍA – Local and sporting focus

Markets

Sunday rastro (large flea market with antiques, tools, clothes, and food stalls)
Entertainment
Occasional live music in local bars, mostly weekends

Sports activity

Large sports complex hosting training camps, tournaments, and weekend events

Overall feel

Quiet residential town with activity concentrated around weekends and sports events.

FINESTRAT – Beach and market lifestyle

Markets

Tuesday and Saturday markets in La Cala area with a mix of local produce and goods

Beachfront activity

Beach bars and restaurants increasingly open in the evenings
Sunset dining season beginning again

Entertainment

Low-key live music in beachfront bars rather than organised events

Overall feel

Relaxed coastal town focused on beach life and casual evenings.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest area with nightlife, markets, and entertainment

Altea: cultural, scenic, and relaxed

Albir / Alfàs del Pi: balanced mix of live music and expat social life

La Nucía: local, quiet, and sports-focused

Finestrat: beach-oriented and low-key

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