Nautilus Dragados holds a working meeting with the Port Authority of Malaga to advance the dredging and sludge removal project of the Guadalmedina River

Jul 23, 2026

Río Guadalmedina

A new step towards the environmental recovery of one of Malaga’s most emblematic spaces

Nautilus Dragados held an important working meeting at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Malaga with the aim of continuing to advance in the technical and environmental planning of the future dredging and sludge removal project of the Guadalmedina River, an action of great importance for the improvement of the port environment and the recovery of this important urban waterway.

During the meeting, different aspects related to the future execution of the works were addressed, analyzing both technical and environmental issues, within the framework of collaboration existing between both entities and with the shared commitment to develop an action based on maximum efficiency, sustainability and respect for the natural environment.

Meeting with the Port Authority of Malaga

The following representatives from the Port Authority of Malaga attended:

  • Francisco J. Martín Pérez, Head of the Department of Infrastructure and Sustainability.
  • Pilar Peñas García, Head of Environment.

Representing Nautilus Dragados were:

  • Francisco (Fran) Manen, CEO and founder of Nautilus Dragados.
  • Toni Fernández, Director of Logistics and Institutional Relations.

The meeting allowed for further definition of different technical aspects related to the planned intervention, as well as studying the best solutions for the controlled extraction of the accumulated sludge, always prioritizing the protection of the ecosystem and the minimization of the impact on the environment.

For Nautilus Dragados, these types of actions represent precisely the philosophy with which the company was born: to develop innovative solutions for the restoration and recovery of aquatic environments through proprietary technologies, highly specialized machinery and procedures capable of carrying out dredging in a precise, selective and environmentally friendly manner.

The company continues to consolidate its position as one of the most innovative companies in the sustainable dredging sector thanks to the development of its own systems and state-of-the-art amphibious machinery, designed to operate in ports, rivers, reservoirs, lagoons and hard-to-reach areas, allowing the controlled removal of sediments and sludge with a high level of precision.

The Guadalmedina River is a strategic element for the city of Malaga and its recovery represents an opportunity to improve both its hydraulic and environmental conditions, contributing to the sustainable development of the port and urban environment.

At Nautilus Dragados, we would like to thank the Port Authority of Malaga for the trust placed in us and the excellent attitude shown during this working meeting, which represents a new step forward in the preparation process of a project of great importance to the city.

We continue working to provide innovative technical solutions that will allow us to recover our rivers, ports and aquatic ecosystems under the principles of the Blue Economy and sustainability.