ML2025043 Vertipool installation at Strangford Lough Yacht Club
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This proposal seeks a marine licence for the installation of ten (10) "Sandown Vertipools" on the existing sea wall within the marine environment at Strangford Lough Yacht Club. The objective of the project is to enhance intertidal habitat complexity, support marine biodiversity, and contribute to sustainable marine management initiatives in the Strangford Lough area.
- Reference: ML2025043
- Project Type: Construction
- Location: Strangford Lough Yacht Club
- Latitude: 54°28.9605284’N
- Longitude: 5°38.8529043’W
- Project Description: The proposed works include the installation of ten ‘Sandown Vertipools’ onto a sea wall at Strangford Lough Yacht Club. The installation will contribute to the resilience of the seawall, enhancing its ability to withstand tidal forces, wave action, and storm surges. The Vertipools are designed to integrate with the seawall in a way that ensures its long-term stability while promoting the regeneration of local marine ecosystems. Over time, these units will provide a sustainable, low-maintenance solution to coastal erosion, making a meaningful contribution to the protection of the coastline.
- Applicant: Newry Mourne and Down Council
- Status: Under Consideration
- Applied: 26/08/2025
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