23 June 2025
Beneath the Blue: Protecting What Moves Us
Discover how climate change is transforming the sea, why marine ecosystems like Posidonia are vital, and how Maccaferri’s marine solutions protect our coastlines. Explore our commitment through Maccaferri Futura and sustainable innovation.
The sea, once a symbol of immensity and permanence, is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Rising global temperatures, fueled by human activity, are leading to rising sea levels, acidification, and increasing storm intensity. These changes aren’t distant threats. According to the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report (2023), coastal communities, ecosystems, and economies are already feeling the strain.
From submerging shorelines to biodiversity loss, the impacts of climate change ripple through every layer of marine life. Coral reefs bleach, fisheries falter, and erosion undermines not only habitats but human livelihoods. The stakes are clear — preserving our oceans means preserving our future.
Blue Lungs of the Planet: The Miracle of Posidonia
Beneath the waves of the Mediterranean thrives a silent guardian — Posidonia oceanica. This marine seagrass, often referred to as the “lungs of the sea”, generates oxygen, captures CO₂, stabilizes sediments, and shelters marine life. A single hectare of Posidonia can absorb as much carbon as 15 hectares of Amazon rainforest.
Yet, like many marine ecosystems, Posidonia is threatened by anchoring, pollution, and rising temperatures. Its loss not only accelerates erosion but undermines natural carbon sinks critical to climate mitigation.
Maccaferri actively contributes to Posidonia restoration using specialized biomimetic solutions like RenoMesh BIO and MacMat R, which support seagrass growth and seabed stability. These tools reinforce nature, rather than replace it — a philosophy deeply embedded in our sustainability mission.
Engineering with the Sea: Maccaferri’s Marine Solutions
The ocean may be wild, but human ingenuity has learned to adapt. At Maccaferri, we turn our technical knowledge into coastal resilience — balancing protection with sustainability.
Our marine innovations cover a vast scope:
- Sealine and cable protection with flexible mattresses like ACBM and SarMac, adapting perfectly to uneven seabeds
- Breakwaters and groynes using sand-filled MacTubes, reducing wave energy and protecting beaches.
- Scour protection for offshore wind turbines and port structures with PMMs and RenoMac Plus
- Algae and habitat restoration, including aquaculture solutions with high-performance mesh systems like Kikkonet..
Our work in Venice, Turkey, France, and India illustrates global commitment. Each project turns abstract climate goals into real, measurable impact.
DEDICATED WEBINAR
M.A.R.E. – Engineering the Future of Coastal Resilience
In this webinar, our experts will take you through the key systems behind Maccaferri’s marine solutions—engineered for durability in harsh marine conditions while ensuring environmental compatibility.
Our Natural Challenge
Our Eternal Bond with the Sea
Since the dawn of humanity, the sea has fed us, carried us, and inspired us. But now, it calls for protection. We must listen — not out of nostalgia, but necessity.
At Maccaferri, our mission goes beyond engineering. It’s about listening to the Earth, adapting to its rhythms, and using our tools to protect what matters most. Every shoreline secured, every seabed restored, and every ecosystem supported reflects this ethos.
Join us in embracing this journey. From the timeless swells of Posidonia to cutting-edge marine technologies, the sea is our shared legacy.