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Monitoring Results & Analysis: Measurable Biodiversity Gains in Marine Infrastructure
Traditional marine infrastructure often leads to habitat loss and biodiversity decline. The Living Ports Project , implemented at the Port of Vigo, provides a scalable, scientifically monitored alternative—integrating eco-engineered concrete technology to enhance biodiversity while maintaining structural resilience. The project deployed ECOncrete seawall panels and Coastalock units at two sites, designed to support diverse marine life. Scientific monitoring by the Technica

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Sep 151 min read


The Living Ports Project - Blue Infrastructure at the Port of Vigo - Case Study
We are excited to share progress on the Living Ports project at the Port of Vigo, an initiative backed by the EU Horizon 2020 program....

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May 30, 20242 min read


Estudio de caso: Infraestructuras portuarias sostenibles en el Puerto de Vigo - el proyecto Living Ports
El proyecto Living Ports en el Puerto de Vigo, respaldado por el programa Horizonte 2020 de la UE y formado por un consorcio liderado por...

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Apr 17, 20242 min read


Workshop: Development of Blue Biodiversity in Urban Harbors and Environments
Denmark Technical University (DTU) invites international professionals to a workshop around artificial structures and marine biodiversity.

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Mar 3, 20241 min read


Living Ports Shortlisted for ESPO Award 2023
Under the theme “Nature restoration projects in ports benefiting the local community”, the ESPO Award 2023 will go to the port managing...

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Nov 2, 20232 min read


Living Ports Wins 2023 Atlantic Project Award
Monday 16 October 2023, Port of Vigo, Spain – The Atlantic Project Awards feature outstanding initiatives, successful collaborations and...

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Oct 16, 20231 min read


Port infrastructure benefiting sea life: Living Ports featured in the Danish magazine 'Geografisk Orientering'
Maria Moltesen, Postdoc DTU AQUA, Tim Wilms, Postdoc DTU AQUA, and Jon C. Svendsen, Senior researcher DTU AQUA, from consortium partner...

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Sep 29, 20231 min read


Port of Vigo’s ECOncrete infrastructure already teeming with life three months after installation
Living Ports Project includes bio-enhancing seawalls and coastal protection system, as well as a first of its kind underwater...

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May 22, 20232 min read


Living Ports Project, the next generation of port infrastructure, goes live at Port of Vigo
‘Beacon of hope’ Living Ports Project uses ECOncrete’s revolutionary ecological concrete that stores carbon and encourages biodiversity –...

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Mar 27, 20232 min read


The Nautilus, a journey
A key component of the Living Ports Project, the Nautilus observatory will be inaugurated on March 24, 2023. Named in homage to Captain...

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Mar 23, 20231 min read


Living Ports project; a timely delivery
Installation of the ecological structures is progressing at a good pace at the Port of Vigo. The Living Ports project plan includes two...

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Feb 16, 20231 min read


Studying the Impacts of Bio-enhancing Concrete on Sound Pollution in Vigo
Living Ports is partnering up with seasoned experts in the field of noise pollution to investigate monitoring techniques and potential...

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Nov 8, 20222 min read


Blue Flag and Public Outreach in the Living Ports Project
Blue Flag and Living Ports are partnering to change how working waterfronts impact local marine ecosystems and coastal communities. Blue...

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Nov 2, 20221 min read


¡El Puerto de Barcelona homenajea la política de sostenibilidad del Puerto de Vigo!
El Puerto de Barcelona ha publicado en su página PierNext un artículo en el que se pone en valor la estrategia de innovación y...

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Jun 20, 20221 min read


Can Ecological Concrete Reduce Noise Pollution?
Ports are noisy environments and excessive noise can have negative impact on marine life. Can ECOncrete reduce noise pollution in ports?

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May 24, 20221 min read


Living Ports Wins IAPH 2022 Sustainability Award
The Living Ports Project in the Port of Vigo (Spain) wins the international Ports and Harbors Sustainability Award for Infrastructure.

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May 17, 20222 min read


El Puerto de Vigo, finalista de los Premios Mundiales a la Sostenibilidad 2022
El proyecto 'Living Ports' está nominado en la categoría "Infraestructuras" y tendrá como competidores a los puertos de Rotterdam y...

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Mar 28, 20222 min read


El Puerto vigués instalará otros cien microarrecifes para impulsar la biodiversidad marina
El programa de financiación de la Comisión Europea Horizonte 2020 Fast Track to Innovation ha seleccionado el proyecto “Living Ports”...

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Oct 1, 20212 min read


Noticias de la Autoridad Portuaria
LIVING PORTS OBTIENE FINANCIACIÓN DE LA UE PARA DISEÑAR EN EL PUERTO DE VIGO INFRAESTRUCTURAS QUE FOMENTAN LA DIVERSIDAD El programa de...

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Jul 1, 20214 min read


ECOncrete to Lead the “LIVING PORTS” Project to Deploy Next-Generation Port Infrastructure
ECOncrete Wins EU H2020 Funding to Lead the “LIVING PORTS” Project to Deploy Next-Generation Port Infrastructure in Partnership with Port...

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Jun 18, 20213 min read
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