Barcelona Port Authority (APB) is the governing body responsible for managing the Port of Barcelona.It reports to the Spanish Ports Authority and is responsible for, among other functions, providing general port services; planning, design, build, mantain, and operate works, port services and navigational aids; promoting industrial and commercial activities linked to maritime transport and port traffic.The entire organisation strives day after day to lead the development of the Port of Barcelona, to guarantee reliable services in order to contribute to clients' competitiveness and create value for society. Based on ethical and professional management, client orientation, commitment to people and innovation its vision is that Barcelona be Europe's port solution in the Mediterranean.