In March 2022, the tranquility of the Port of Granatello in Portici (Naples) was disturbed by the discovery of a large diesel stain.
This stain, which covered an area of about 2 square kilometers, came from the open sea and posed a serious threat to the marine ecosystem and port activities.
FoamFlex absorbent sheets are laid along the quay (1 and 2). The oil sheen drifts on the water next to them (3).
FoamFlex absorbent sheets are laid along the quay (1 and 2). The oil sheen drifts on the water next to them (3).
The combination of advanced technology, high-quality materials, and professional expertise ensured rapid and effective intervention.
Immediate action was crucial. The local Port Authority, in cooperation with a local operator, acted promptly. Their first move was the use of FoamFlex, an oil-absorbent barrier.
But the innovation didn’t end there. The use of a thermal drone provided a clear and detailed view of the entire polluted area. It provided valuable data on the stain’s extent and density.
The data enabled precise calculations for the required amount of FoamFlex to address the emergency.
In less than 24 hours, the threat was neutralized, and the Port of Granatello returned to its normal operations.
This targeted strategy minimized resource use and significantly reduced intervention costs. Traditional methods, on the other hand, such as the use of skimmers, would have resulted in much higher costs and longer intervention times.
The case demonstrates once again the importance of being prepared and equipped with the right equipment in case of environmental emergencies.
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The stain covered an area of about 2 square kilometers. It came from the open sea and posed a serious threat to the marine ecosystem and port activities.
The thermal drone provided a clear and detailed view of the entire polluted area, with valuable data on the stain’s extent and density. This enabled precise calculations for the required amount of FoamFlex, which minimized resource use and significantly reduced intervention costs.
In less than 24 hours, the threat was neutralized and the Port of Granatello returned to its normal operations. Traditional methods, such as the use of skimmers, would have resulted in much higher costs and longer intervention times.
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