Inland and Coastal Marina Systems to showcase floating concrete breakwaters at Metstrade
by Susannah Hart 20 Oct 2022 04:19 PDT
15-17 November 2022
Superyacht berthing at Foyle Marina © Inland and Coastal Marina Systems
Pontoon and water access specialist, Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) will be showcasing its versatile floating concrete breakwaters to the international market at Metstrade, 15-17 November 2022.
"Over the last couple of years boating has boomed, increasing the demand for quality berthing around the world," says Oliver Shortall, Managing Director at ICMS, which is based in Banagher, Ireland. "Lack of space has led to marinas expanding or being developed in more exposed areas.
"Combining high strength and flexibility, and specifically designed to reduce waves to a level where sheltered berthing can be provided, our floating concrete breakwaters are an ideal option for marina and harbour operators where a fixed breakwater is not feasible."
But it's not just the wave attenuation properties of ICMS' floating concrete breakwaters which has led to their use in marina and waterfront developments all over the world, from Mexico to Melbourne.
"From a berthing perspective, our breakwaters are also an ideal solution for heavier displacement boats and superyachts which require a larger more robust mooring," continues Oliver.
"Manufacturing the breakwaters in house, we oversee the design process so we're able to vary the freeboard heights of the breakwaters, matching the increasingly larger freeboards we're seeing on leisure craft as they get bigger. This makes it a much more comfortable experience for anyone using the berths."
In addition at Metstrade, the team at ICMS will be available to discuss its full range of pontoons, decking options and accessories, all designed to offer marinas and yacht harbours safe, stable and non-slip water access with a fresh look and feel.
To discover how to expand and change the face of your marina, as well as enjoy a glass of Guinness and some Irish hospitality, visit the team on stand MYP 5.819 at Metstrade.
To find out more about Inland and Coastal's pontoon ranges and unique decking options visit inlandandcoastal.com or email