Jellyfish Deviation & Toxic Algae Control

Bubble Curtains for Jellyfish Deflection & Toxic Algae Control 

Bubble Tubing® bubble curtains provide an effective, non-intrusive way to manage the movement of algae, plankton, jellyfish, and floating debris. These systems help improve water quality, protect marine installations, and support aquaculture operations.  

Fine Bubble Technology for Aquaculture

For fish farms, toxic plankton and jellyfish brought in by tides can clog the gills of fish and create catastrophic losses. Bubble Tubing® offers a preventative solution that acts as an anti-algae, anti-jellyfish, and anti-debris barrier.  

Bubble Curtains Help: 

• Deflect incoming tides carrying harmful organisms before they reach fish farms. 

• Reducing the risk of toxic blooms entering enclosures and threatening stock health. 
• Providing supplemental aeration to maintain healthy water conditions. 

Water Intakes 

Industries such as nuclear, coal, gas and desalination plants depend on an uninterrupted supply of seawater to cool infrastructure or for water production. When large jellyfish and algae blooms occur, these organisms can clog intake screens, slow down water flow, and even halt operations. These disruptions compromise efficiency, lead to costly shutdowns and significant maintenance needs.  

Bubble Curtains Protect Intakes by:  

• Deflecting jellyfish and algae blooms before they reach intake zones. 

• Maintaining continuous intake operation, even during periods of high biological activity. 

• Reducing the risk of costly operational shutdowns and repairs. 

Marinas, Seaport and Canals:

Many coastal regions face an increase in floating algae, sargassum, and aquatic plant blooms, driven by warming waters and changing ocean conditions. These drifting masses can accumulate rapidly, blocking marina entrances, creating navigation hazards, and degrading water quality.  

Bubble Curtains Help Coastal Operations by:  

• Redirecting floating biomass away from shorelines and infrastructure. 

• Maintaining clear, navigable waterways without obstructing wildlife or vessel movement. 

• Limiting decomposition-related issues, including oxygen depletion and unpleasant odours.  

Marine Mucilage Blooms 

Marine mucilage is a dense, sticky buildup of microorganisms and organic matter that forms when warm temperatures, calm conditions, and excess nutrients accelerate growth. These thick layers can quickly spread across large areas, creating a gelatinous surface blanket that disrupts oxygen exchange and can suffocate marine life. Mucilage also creates favorable conditions for harmful bacteria such as E. coli, posing risks to both ecosystems and human health. 

Bubble Curtains Help Improve Conditions by: 

• Supporting oxygen transfer beneath thick mucilage layers, creating oxygen-rich refuges for marine life. 

• Improving water quality by increasing circulation and promoting breakdown of excess nutrients. 

• Providing a safe, deployable solution that can be installed during cleanup operations.