September 2025 WATERLINE | 33 CLEANER WATERWAYS AHEAD: MARINE STRUCTURES LAUNCHES DPOL® ACROSS AUSTRALIA PACIFIC INDUSTRY NEWS Marine Structures announces its appointment as the exclusive Australia Pacific partner for Ekkopol's DPOL® (Durable Protection of Ocean Life) technology, an innovative solution for the collection of floating waste and hydrocarbons in marinas. DPOL® is a compact, highly efficient solution engineered to keep marinas clean by continuously attracting and collecting solid and liquid waste, including hydrocarbons, using a strong surface current to draw waste into a durable net. Fully autonomous and whisper-quiet, the DPOL® runs 24/7, making it a dependable and maintenance-friendly option for environmental protection in marine settings. It is mobile, easy to deploy, cost-effective, and comes in a range of sizes, removing the need for it to be emptied multiple times a day. Marine Structures Director, John Hogan welcomed the partnership as a significant milestone, “DPOL® is a simple yet powerful innovation that addresses one of the most pressing environmental challenges facing our waterways. It aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainability and delivering smarter infrastructure solutions for the marine environment. We’re excited to bring this technology to Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific.” Long time Marine Structures customer and Level 3 Clean Marina, Sanctuary Cove Marina is the first in Australia to install the DPOL® system, marking the beginning of a new standard in environmental care for world-class marina destinations in our region. SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB MARINA SET TO TRANSFORM Southport Yacht Club Marina on the Gold Coast, Queensland is set to undergo significant transformation with Marine Structures being contracted to complete the project. Following the installation of the club’s mega yacht berth, which has drawn some of the world’s most luxurious superyachts to the region, the next stage of redevelopment is set to transform the entire marina into a state-of-the-art facility. The upgraded marina will feature a 273-berth layout, with a staged replacement of seven piers and more than 250 pontoons, including several dedicated superyacht berths. Marine Structures will deploy its range of low-maintenance commercial pontoon systems providing durability, performance, and long-term value. Key to the redevelopment are the Mega Elite and Super Elite pontoon systems. “Our Superior pontoons with external structural beams deliver exceptional structural integrity and stability,” said Marine Structures Director John Hogan. “With greater mass, and smarter concrete and GFRP reinforcement design, these pontoons are engineered to perform and built to stand the test of time.” The pontoons feature a unique five-sided design and proprietary joining technology, delivering a high degree of structural integrity and stability. In addition, the project will Here’s Marine Structures Director John Hogan discussing DPOL® The addition of DPOL® technology strengthens Marine Structures' capability to support cleaner, more resilient marine environments across the region and look forward to supporting more marinas achieve their Clean Marina accreditation. For further details, please contact: Rebecca Condely, Marine Structures P: 0400 057 389 or E: rcondely@marinestructures.com.au see the installation of metered power and water pedestals, as well as 600mm cast alloy horn bollards on large berths, ensuring both form and function meet the highest standards of marina design. “This project represents the next chapter in our longstanding partnership with Marine Structures,” said Brett James, General Manager Southport Yacht Club. “It’s a relationship built on trust, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering world-class marine infrastructure that will serve our members and the broader boating community for generations to come.” Here’s Marine Structures Director John Hogan discussing the project with Brett James, General Manager, Southport Yacht Club.
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