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Silt Curtains.

Ecocoast was the first manufacturer of the full range of silt curtains in the EMEA region. The Ecobarrier Silt Curtain range is always customized to suit specific conditions and project requirements.


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Debris Booms.

This range of debris booms is the perfect choice for projects of any size. With their durable design and reliable performance, you can trust these booms to protect your project's investments.


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Oil Booms.

If you are looking to ensure full marine protection during an oil spill - trust in our oil boom range to get it done.


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Foam Containment Booms.

Introducing Ecobarrier Foam Containment Booms – your ultimate solution for blocking and capturing large volumes of surface foam during construction.


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Coastal Protection Containers.

With these coastal protection containers, you can be sure that environmental concerns are at the forefront of our minds, meeting modern standards for sustainability. The range is designed with both flexibility and durability in mind.


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Mooring Solutions.

A sustainable mooring solution that supports life below water.


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Dewatering Containers.

We have developed a simple, effective dewatering solution that has proven its effectiveness in various industries. The dewatering containers are incredibly durable and require minimal maintenance thanks to their superior design features.


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Data Buoys.

These data buoys are designed to collect and transmit real-time environmental, oceanographic and meteorological data for environmental protection, regulatory compliance, public health, research and operations.

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FAQS

Oil booms, and beach sealing oil booms specifically, act as floating barriers on the water’s surface, containing and concentrating the oil in one area. By forming a physical barrier between the open sea and the shoreline, they prevent oil from drifting onto beaches, minimizing environmental damage and making cleanup efforts more efficient.

The selection of an oil boom depends on several site-specific factors, including wave height, tidal flow, proximity to the shore or open sea, wind and current conditions, deployment duration (temporary or long-term), and the environmental sensitivity of the area (e.g., mangroves, ports, or beaches). A marine specialist can help choose the most effective solution.

Oil booms are designed to function across a wide range of conditions, but not every boom works in every environment. Lightweight booms are suitable for calm or sheltered waters, while harsher conditions, such as offshore or high-wave environments, require more robust designs with solid flotation, reinforced fabrics and strong anchoring systems.

The Ecobarrier Inflatable Oil Boom is ideal for emergency response in inshore environments. It is stored on reels for rapid deployment and is well-suited for protecting sensitive coastal areas like ports, harbors and mangroves. This boom has been successfully used in real-world emergencies, such as oil spills in Kalba, UAE.

Oil booms are primarily designed for containing and controlling oil spills on water, but they can also be used in some cases to manage issues like toxic algal blooms. However, it is important to note that oil booms are not intended for general debris, trash or other types of marine pollution. For those specific challenges, we offer dedicated solutions such as debris booms, silt curtains and other specialized marine barriers – each engineered for particular environmental problems. This ensures you always have the right boom for your project, maximizing effectiveness and compliance with environmental regulations.

Using the correct boom for the conditions improves containment efficiency, limits the spread of oil, reduces environmental impact and speeds up cleanup operations. A poorly matched boom can fail under local conditions, leading to greater environmental damage and higher response costs.

Yes, our booms are also used to contain and control harmful algal blooms, particularly where chemical treatment is not viable. For example, in Belgium, our booms were successfully deployed to prevent algae from entering water supply, offering an environmentally friendly containment solution.

You can explore our full range of oil booms and environmental protection solutions at Ecocoast. For tailored support or expert advice, you can contact our team directly through the website’s contact us page.

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A Beach Sealing Oil Boom , also called a Shore Sealing Boom, is designed to block oil spills from reaching the shore. Unlike regular floating booms, it has one air-filled tube on top to float and two water-filled tubes below to hold it in place. This special design creates a tight seal between land and water, especially during low tide, making it perfect for protecting beaches and shallow coastal areas.

The EBSB oil boom is ideal for use in calm, shallow water environments, including beaches, shallow water areas and even swamps. Its design allows it to form an effective barrier in these environments, particularly where water meets land and in tidal areas. This makes it ideal for environmental protection projects aiming to prevent oil spills from reaching sensitive shorelines.

The boom is constructed from high-tenacity PVC/TPU fabric, making it extremely durable and flexible. This material choice ensures the boom is resistant to tearing and can withstand tough environmental conditions.

These booms are mainly used to stop oil spills from reaching shallow waters, beaches and swamps in coastal areas. They are particularly useful in areas where traditional containment methods are less effective due to tidal fluctuations.

The boom features rapid deployment capabilities, being air-inflated and easy to deploy. This allows for the quick formation of a seal to contain spills efficiently, making it suitable for emergency response situations.

Yes, it can be combined with other Ecocoast products, marine and engineering services to create a complete solution for protecting the coast and controlling marine pollution.

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Ecocoast offers a range of oil booms tailored to nearshore settings, including Fence, Solid Flotation, Harbour, Inflatable and Beach Sealing Oil Booms. Each type serves specific water conditions and deployment needs:

  • Fence Oil Booms for low to moderate tidal flows.
  • Solid Flotation Oil Booms for general use across varied tidal flows.
  • Harbour Oil Booms for infrastructure protection in all environments.
  • Inflatable Oil Booms for emergency deployment in low to moderate tidal flows.
  • Beach Sealing Oil Booms to form seals in shallow water and shoreline areas.

Ecobarrier Fence Oil Booms function effectively in shallow, tidal nearshore conditions through a specialized design optimized for low-energy environments. Their flat-panel structure with closed-cell foam floats provides reliable buoyancy while preventing water absorption, ensuring stability in shallow waters. The UV-stabilized PVC membrane offers durability against sun exposure and saltwater corrosion, critical for tidal areas with fluctuating water levels.

Ecocoast can deploy containment solutions extremely quickly during a spill, thanks to lightweight, rapid-response designs such as inflatable oil booms. These booms can be stored compactly on boom reels, allowing for fast, efficient deployment in emergency situations, often much faster than traditional oil booms.

Early installation of oil containment booms delivers significant environmental benefits by immediately limiting the spread of oil and other pollutants, preventing them from reaching sensitive shorelines, wetlands and marine habitats where cleanup is more difficult and ecological damage can be long-lasting. By acting as a first line of defense, early containment protects vulnerable species and ecosystems, reduces the area affected by the spill and makes cleanup faster and more effective.

While the main floating booms physically contain oil, Ecocoast’s broader suite includes Water Quality Monitoring (WQM) buoys. These continuously detect oil or chemical anomalies, issuing instant alerts when thresholds are breached. These warnings enable quick action – such as deploying inflatable emergency booms – to prevent the spread and avoid serious environmental or regulatory issues. The continuous data provided helps teams adjust containment strategies in real time, maximizing environmental protection and minimizing cleanup costs.

At Ecocoast, end-of-life management is guided by a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible resource use as part of the Ecocoast 4Ds framework. Instead of sending products to landfill, marine barriers and solutions are properly removed, repaired or recycled to minimize environmental impact. We actively support clients in diverting products from landfill, reinforcing our mission to deliver long-term, sustainable solutions for coastal and marine protection.

WQM buoys continuously monitor water quality and automatically trigger alerts when contamination is detected. These alerts are directly linked to standard operating procedures, such as initiating boom deployment, notifying emergency response teams or escalating the situation to authorities. This integration ensures that detection leads immediately to containment actions, enabling a rapid and coordinated response to water quality incidents.

Get in touch with us today to learn more about our turnkey solutions! Our team of marine experts is ready to assist you.