Ecocoast has joined forces with Noria to revolutionise the fight against waterway pollution.
The partnership combines Ecocoast’s durable Bolina Permanent Debris Booms with Noria’s CirCleaner system, currently operational at Rotterdam’s Keilehaven in the Netherlands. Together, they are setting a new benchmark for cleaning rivers and canals sustainably.
The CirCleaner system is designed to prevent plastic pollution and debris from harming marine ecosystems while improving the quality of local waterways. Ecocoast’s custom debris booms, manufactured in Noria’s signature orange, funnel an impressive 3 cubic meters of waste weekly into the CirCleaner, diverting it from reaching the sea and reducing pollution. Spanning 48 meters on one side and 34 meters on the other, the boom arms guide waste directly into the system, ensuring maximum efficiency.
The CirCleaner system operates on solar power and adjusts its collection cycles to the natural tidal flow, maximising operational efficiency. In addition to removing waste, the system incorporates fish-friendly technology, ensuring the protection of aquatic life while removing waste. Its solar-powered functionality and adaptability underscore its commitment to sustainability and responsible resource use.
This partnership emphasises the growing urgency to protect Europe’s waterways. James West, Regional Business Development Manager at Ecocoast, highlighted the importance of this initiative, stating: “At Ecocoast, we are dedicated to building safer, cleaner and more sustainable coastlines and waterways. The integration of our PDB400 Bolina Permanent Debris Booms with Noria’s CirCleaner system demonstrates the effectiveness of joint efforts in combating plastic pollution. We are proud to work with Noria on this project.”
“This effort builds on our extensive experience in partnering on impactful projects to protect marine environments across Europe and beyond. One notable example is our work with DEME, which resulted in the installation of Europe’s longest debris boom in Belgium.”
Noria’s focus on sustainability extends beyond the technology itself. During the installation process, the team took extra care to clean up rubber shavings to prevent microplastic contamination – a small but powerful act of environmental stewardship. This project serves as an inspiring model of how local and international partnerships can achieve real change. As pollution remains a pressing issue in waterways from the Thames to Rotterdam, solutions like this offer hope for a cleaner future.
This installation at Keilehaven marks a significant milestone in the ongoing fight against water pollution. It is part of a broader effort by Ecocoast to contribute to cleaner and healthier waterways across Europe and beyond.
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