One of the key requirements for any hospitality and recreational service provider is to have access to a beachfront. This is one of the main attractions to tourists and holidaymakers looking to enjoy some sunshine and work on their tans.
However, with this heavy demand for beachfront comes a requirement to keep them clean and safe for all those using them. This comes in many forms, whether it’s keeping the sand clean or making sure that the water is free from hazards or pollutants. Owners, operators and government agencies all have a responsibility to ensure that beachgoers are provided with a safe and secure environment to relax in.
Examples of these hazards can be seen on a regular basis. Some beaches are periodically being hit by naturally occurring phenomena such as swarms of jellyfish. Other beaches are being impacted by man-made disasters such as oil spills and debris.
Therefore, it becomes essential to have adequate protection in place in the water. This is where our range of modular protection solutions comes into play.
We offer oil booms that can help contain and minimise the damage caused by oil spills. We also offer containment booms that can control foam and construction debris to prevent water pollution. In addition, we have a range of custom-made jellyfish nets to protect swimmers and recreational users.
Ecobarrier Jellyfish Nets on Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, the UAE
While our oil and containment booms are regularly used across the industry, our jellyfish nets are perhaps not as well known.
These nets are primarily used at public, private and hotel beaches to protect swimmers from jellyfish in a confined area. This range of people safety nets perform a similar role (or may be part of) a swimming barrier. They demarcate a safe swimming area, deter marine traffic and stop jellyfish from entering at the same time.
They can also be part of a debris boom to protect a swimming area of floating debris.
Our nets are custom-made for each project. They are designed for quick and easy maintenance, repositioning, re-installation or removal.
Jellyfish blooms happen seasonally and our beachfronts are regularly hit by them in varying numbers. Given this situation, perhaps hotels and resorts need to re-examine their preparedness. They must consider how to handle these naturally occurring phenomena. Jellyfish blooms can disrupt the comfort of their guests and spoil their experience.
Bolina recreation booms provide safety in the water
Ecobarrier floating buoys EFB-650 help create safe swimming zones
Beach cleaning before & after