Momentum strongly opposes the proposed redevelopment of Comino by Six Senses Resorts. The project includes 44 private swimming pools just 5 meters from the shoreline, restaurants, bars, a spa and expanded berthing facilities. All this with no on-site sewage treatment plant and no clear plan for the island’s environmental carrying capacity.
Comino is a Natura 2000 protected site, critical for its biodiversity, marine life, and natural beauty. The introduction of year-round tourism will disrupt the island’s seasonal rhythm, which has allowed wildlife and ecosystems to recover during the quieter winter months. This development will remove that essential break, increasing commercial pressure on an already fragile environment.
The project fails to provide adequate waste management solutions, relying on off-island sewage treatment. This is a serious risk, especially considering the sensitive nature of Comino’s ecosystem and the difficulty of managing waste effectively in such a remote location.
The development will lead to a significant increase in light pollution, disturbing nocturnal species, bird migration, and the island’s natural dark sky environment.
During the meeting, Dr Matthew Agius asked who the board members are, since their names remain obscure until published in the Government Gazette.
Agius said that “Despite claims of sustainability, this project represents environmental degradation under the guise of luxury tourism. Momentum calls for a full independent environmental reassessment and strict enforcement of Malta’s laws protecting public spaces and the environment. Moreover, there is no guarantee of continued public access to the shoreline and beaches. The resort could lead to restrictions on local access, turning Comino into an exclusive destination for wealthy tourists, not the public.”
Comino belongs to everyone. Let’s keep it natural, free, and truly protected.
Matthew Agius,
Committee Member, Momentum
