Backers of a controversial private floating "island" intended to anchor off the French Riviera announced the project had failed to win the necessary permits from the government.
Marseille (AFP) June 13, 2023 - Backers of a controversial private floating island intended to anchor off the French Riviera said Tuesday they were abandoning the project in the face of opposition from local politicians and environmental groups.
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Backers of a controversial private floating island intended to anchor off the French Riviera said Tuesday they were abandoning the project in the face of opposition from local politicians and environmental groups.