The Palma City Council presented this Monday the modernization that the Municipal Sports Institute (IME) has carried out at the Son Moix Municipal Sports Palace. The interventions carried out there have involved the renovation of the lighting and sound systems of the pavilion and the swimming pool, to which must be added the comprehensive renovation of the removable parquet court, an action that was carried out during 2025. The total of these actions represents an investment of more than 1.1 million euros.One of the main actions has been the comprehensive renovation of the lighting of the main court of the Son Moix palace. The work, started last July 14th and concluded this September, has included the installation of new LED lighting and a new electrical infrastructure adapted so that sports competitions and television broadcasts can be held there. On the main court, a system consisting of 60 modular LED lights has been installed.The new installation also incorporates a control system, which allows for the configuration of different lighting scenes according to the needs of each activity. Likewise, a lighting system has been incorporated that allows the pavilion's atmosphere to be adapted to various types of events, from matches and sports competitions to presentations, institutional acts, and shows. The renovation has also allowed for the improvement of the lighting in the stands, through the installation of 24 new LED projectors.The lighting renovation works have been awarded to TECESA Acústica Visual S.L. and have involved an investment of 1,002,252 euros, VAT included.New sound system

Another of the renovations completed this month of September has been the renewal of the pavilion's sound system. Specifically, a new fixed sound system has been installed, adapted to the dimensions and characteristics of the venue, which improves the acoustic quality and ensures a more uniform distribution of sound in the different areas of the pavilion.The renovation of the sound system, awarded to NUNSYS S.A., has involved an investment of 67,852 euros, VAT included.The actions have also included the comprehensive renovation of the removable parquet court, an intervention that was carried out during 2025 and which was completed in October of the same year. It involved an investment of 90,306 euros and allowed for the improvement of safety conditions, sports performance, and the general quality of the facility.Renovation of the swimming pool lighting

The lighting modernization project has also been extended to the Son Moix swimming pool. The work was carried out between July 14 and 31, with the aim of minimizing the impact on facility users. The old system has been replaced by a new installation based on LED technology, which will allow for a reduction in energy consumption by more than 50% compared to the previous installation.This year, Son Moix turns 50, a milestone that coincides with an important process of renovation and modernization of the facilities, aimed at adapting the venue to current and future sporting needs.Authorities present

The event was presented by the mayor of Palma, Jaime Martínez, who was accompanied by the first deputy mayor and councilor for Sports, Javier Bonet. Furthermore, representatives from the five clubs that carry out their activities at the palace and compete in top-level national categories attended: Azul Marino Palma, Illes Balears Palma Futsal, Club Voley Palma, Fibwi Palma and Palmer Basket Mallorca.Also present were the president of the Football Federation of the Balearic Islands, Jordi Horrach; the president of the Basketball Federation of the Balearic Islands, Juanjo Talens; and the president of the Volleyball Federation of the Balearic Islands, Pep Mas. On behalf of the Municipal Sports Institute (IME), the manager, Miguel Ángel Bennàssar, also attended.

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The latest natural disaster to hit the Balearic Islands was the historic flood that hit Ibiza this week, when In just a few hours, nearly 300 liters per square meter fell.The rain, both intense and efficient, caused widespread flooding, road closures, damage to homes and businesses, and forced the Ibizan Council to request that Madrid declare it a disaster zone. This episode adds to a blacklist of natural disasters that, over the past few decades, have left a strong mark on the entire archipelago.

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Palma City Council will launch a special EMT bus reinforcement program this Saturday, August 23rd, for the match between RCE Mallorca and Celta de Vigo at Son Moix Stadium at 5:00 PM.

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A fan of the German club Hamburg SV has been seriously injured at Son Moix. The man had to be carried from the Mallorca Son Moix stadium to Son Espases after falling three meters from the stands.

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