THE BLUE FLAG
Since 1994 Sudcantieri has always received the Blue Flag, a prestigious international award assigned by FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education) to those landing places and reception structures that ensure a high quality system compliant with environmental education. People who arrive in Sudcantieri find high quality customer service, cutting edge equipment and protection of the marine environment.
THE RULES FOR RESPONSIBLE PLEASURE BOAT SAILORS
A few easy rules to follow that help to sail and enjoy the sea safely and responsibly:
- Do not throw rubbish into the sea or along the coast;
- Do not drain sewage water into the sea, along the coast or in protected areas;
- Do not empty containers holding toxic liquids or throw other hazardous waste into the sea (old, burnt oil, old batteries, paints, solvents, detergents,etc);
- Sort the rubbish on board;
- Make sure your boat-maintenance products respect the environment;
- Immediately inform the authorities about anything that may harm the environment;
- Do not break any laws regarding fishing methods;
- Protect and respect the marine fauna and flora;
- Do not damage the sea bed particularly in the presence of posidonia grass or underwater archaeological sites;
- Do not buy or use objects that derive from protected species;
- Encourage environmental protection when meeting other boat owners;
- If possible, reduce water and electricity consumption and the use of combustibles.
