Device to remove harbour rubbish tested

Hugo the Harbour Hoover was bought by Rotary Guernsesiais as part of a green initiative

Guernsey Ports is testing a device which removes floating rubbish from harbour waters.

This is the first purchase in the Harbour Hoover initiative, a joint project with Rotary Guernesiais aimed at removing pollution to protect Guernsey’s marine environment.

The device, which is called a PortBin, is being used at Victoria Marina this week.

Kieran Higgs, assistant harbour master, said: “We are proud to collaborate with Rotary Guernesiais on this important project, which aligns with our commitment to maintaining clean and safe harbours for both residents and visitors.”

Rotary Guernesiais started a competition to name the PortBin as part of a social media campaign for the project.

President of Rotary Guernesiais Helen Salisbury said: “We are thrilled to see our vision come to life with the first PortBin acquisition.”