Permanent buoyancy booms: design and application
Permanent buoyancy booms play a key role in protecting water bodies from pollution, especially during oil spills. They create a barrier that prevents the spread of oil products, directs them to collection areas and protects critical areas. Thanks to various design features, these barriers are used in a wide range of conditions - from small...
Oil sorbent: addressing the environmental consequences of wars
Military conflicts cause significant damage not only to the economy and social sphere, but also to the environment. Destruction of infrastructure, strikes on industrial facilities, oil spills, and contamination of soil and water resources all lead to long-term negative consequences for ecosystems. This article examines key environmental threats caused by war, including oil spills, land...
Emerging Threats to Maritime Security
In today's volatile geopolitical climate, safeguarding maritime infrastructure has become increasingly critical. Recent events underscore the vulnerability of maritime assets to various threats, including drone attacks, piracy, and geopolitical tensions The rise of unmanned surface vessels (USVs), commonly known as drone boats, has introduced new challenges to maritime security. For instance, the Ukrainian military's deployment of...
Modern spill response solutions: oil sorbents and their applications
Oil sorbents are materials used to absorb and remove oil and oil product spills from a variety of surfaces, including water, soil, and hard surfaces. These materials play a key role in oil spill response by preventing environmental contamination. Types of petroleum sorbents: 1. Organic sorbent of oil and petroleum products: Made from natural materials such as peat,...
