Ports and Marinas of the Mediterranean: Efficient Sanitation with Flovac Technology

Ports and Marinas of the Mediterranean and Efficient Sanitation with Flovac Technology as a Solution for These Unique Environments Where Efficient and Sustainable Sanitation Management Is Essential to Protect the Environment and Comply with International Regulations such as MARPOL

Flovac has developed vacuum sewer systems specially adapted for these areas, ensuring safe sanitation without illegal discharges and with simplified maintenance.

Sanitation Challenges in Ports and Marinas

Port areas present multiple technical challenges for sanitation:

• Direct proximity to water, requiring prevention of leaks and discharges

• Soils with high salinity and variable groundwater levels

• Difficulties in carrying out deep or invasive civil works

• Need for discreet and easy-to-control systems

In this scenario, conventional gravity or pressure-based solutions can be costly and inefficient.

Advantages of the Flovac System in Marinas and Ports

The Flovac vacuum system offers:

• A closed surface network installed at shallow depth to avoid deep excavations

• Pneumatic stations at strategic points, remotely controlled through Flovactronic

• Reduced risk of leaks and discharges, complying with MARPOL and local regulations

• Flexibility to adapt to docks, moorings, and common areas

• Energy savings and reduced maintenance costs

Additionally, the system is highly modular, allowing network expansion or adaptation without interruptions or major works, which is essential in marinas that are constantly evolving.

Installing the Flovac system minimizes environmental impact during construction by avoiding large excavations and reducing noise and visual pollution, facilitating coexistence with daily port activities.

Notable Success Stories

Flovac has installed its system in various ports and yacht clubs across the Mediterranean, such as:

Club de Mar Mallorca
One of the Mediterranean’s most emblematic yacht clubs, Club de Mar Mallorca upgraded its sanitation system with Flovac to eliminate leaks and prevent sea discharges. The project involved minimal civil works, allowing daily operations to continue uninterrupted. Thanks to remote monitoring with Flovactronic, maintenance is optimized and incidents are detected in real time.

Port Vell (Barcelona)
At the historic Port Vell, Flovac technology enables sanitation management in a highly frequented tourist area, preventing accidental sea discharges and enabling quick responses to any incidents via remote control. The network was installed adapting to urban planning constraints while preserving port activity continuity.

Innovation and Commitment to Sustainability

Flovac’s commitment to technological innovation includes integration with intelligent monitoring platforms that allow remote system control, early alerts, and operational optimization, which is key in sensitive environments like ports.

Flovac’s vacuum sewer technology represents the ideal solution for ports and marinas seeking to combine efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Its implementation avoids common discharge problems, reduces construction complexity, and improves long-term maintenance.

If you manage a port or marina and want to learn more about how to improve your sanitation system, contact our technical team for a personalized evaluation.