Supporting the Weight of International Distribution
Gatic has a proven track record of supplying heavy-duty drainage systems, slot drains and access covers for ports and harbours around the world. Our solutions are trusted in demanding maritime environments, including container ports, bulk handling terminals, ferry ports and logistics hubs.
Our products are trusted by the worlds busiest ports globally, including DP World London Gateway Port, Port of Singapore, Jebel Ali Port UAE, Mombasa Port Kenya, Felixstowe Port, Barcelona Port, Ras Laffan Industrial Port/Qatar Petroleum Facilities, Tanjung Pelepas Malaysia and many more.
Designed to perform in high‑load, corrosive and safety‑critical conditions, Gatic systems support efficient access and surface water management across quay, operational and landside port areas. This helps port operators maintain safety, compliance and long‑term asset performance while minimising disruption to critical operations.
Quaysides and berths are highly demanding environments exposed to extreme static and dynamic loads from cranes, heavy vehicles and cargo handling equipment, as well as aggressive marine and tidal conditions. Drainage and access systems must deliver exceptional strength, durability and reliability to support continuous port operations.
Gatic’s linear slot drainage systems provide efficient water management while maintaining a flush, obstruction‑free surface that reduces standing water and improves safety. UltraSlot is ideally suited to quay and berth applications, offering certified F900 load capacity, high‑capacity drainage and proven durability under slow‑moving heavy loads such as reach stackers and straddle carriers. With no moving or removable parts, maintenance is minimised.
CastSlot provides a robust cast iron alternative for continuous heavy loading and abrasive conditions, maintaining smooth, stable surfaces. Gatic ductile iron covers deliver F900 load performance, slip resistance and watertight access to services in corrosive maritime environments.
Container yards and hardstanding areas experience constant traffic from container handling equipment, heavy vehicles and stacked loads, placing high demands on drainage and pavement integrity. Effective surface water control is essential to prevent ponding and maintain safe operations.
Gatic’s heavy‑duty slot drainage systems, access covers and manhole covers sit flush with surrounding surfaces, providing efficient water removal without restricting equipment movement. UltraSlot offers certified F900 load capacity and high‑volume drainage performance under slow‑moving heavy loads, with a low‑profile, no‑moving‑parts design for minimal maintenance.
CastSlot provides a durable cast iron solution for sustained heavy loading and abrasion, maintaining stable, equipment‑friendly surfaces. Gatic access covers feature non‑rocking frames, slip resistance and certified load ratings, supporting operator safety and long‑term performance under extreme port conditions.
Cargo handling zones, warehouse aprons and service areas require drainage solutions that withstand heavy loading, intensive use and frequent vehicle movements, while allowing safe access to underground services.
Gatic supplies heavy‑duty slot drainage systems, access covers and gratings designed for high load classifications and long service life. Flush installation ensures effective water control while maintaining safe, obstruction‑free working environments.
CastSlot provides a robust cast iron solution for sustained traffic and abrasive conditions, maintaining stable, hard‑wearing surfaces. Gatic ductile iron covers offer secure, non‑rocking, slip‑resistant access to services. Where open drainage or ventilation is required, DRG gratings deliver high‑capacity performance under heavy industrial loading.
Port roads are heavily trafficked by HGVs, terminal tractors and service vehicles, requiring durable drainage that maintains safety, skid resistance and surface stability.
Gatic slot drainage systems and ductile iron access covers provide efficient surface water management while preserving smooth, stable road surfaces.
CastSlot is widely used on port roads for its robust cast iron construction and proven performance under repeated heavy loading. Its flush slot design captures water effectively while maintaining ride quality. Treadsafe options reduce trip hazards in pedestrian interface zones.
Gatic ductile iron covers deliver secure, non-rocking, high-load access to services. Kerbdrain captures water at the kerb line, reducing gullies and maintaining uncluttered road layouts.
Port parking areas for staff, visitors and fleets require drainage solutions capable of withstanding regular vehicle movements, manoeuvring and harsh coastal exposure.
Gatic’s linear drainage systems and access covers deliver reliable surface water management while integrating seamlessly with paved and concrete finishes. CastSlot provides durable, low‑maintenance drainage with a flush slot profile that maintains smooth, stable surfaces. Treadsafe options reduce trip hazards in pedestrian areas such as walkways and crossing points.
Gatic ductile iron covers and frames provide secure, non‑rocking access to underground services, with certified load ratings for repeated vehicle loading.
Kerbdrain collects water along parking edges, reducing the need for traditional gullies, simplifying installation and maintaining clean, organised parking layouts across port facilities.
Passenger terminals, ferry ramps and adjacent pedestrian areas require discreet drainage that balances safety, accessibility and visual quality. These areas experience high footfall alongside intermittent vehicle traffic.
Gatic slot drainage systems and recessed access covers provide efficient access and water management while maintaining clean, unobtrusive finishes that reduce trip hazard risk and complement architecture. CastSlot is ideal for forecourts, embarkation zones and ramp approaches, offering flush drainage that supports pedestrians, luggage trolleys and service vehicles. Treadsafe options are highly recommended to reduce trip hazards in heavily pedestrian trafficked areas.
Gatic ductile iron covers deliver durable, non‑rocking, slip‑resistant access to underground services with watertight integrity. Internally, Parade covers allow floor finishes such as stone, tile or terrazzo to be inlaid, preserving seamless aesthetics in concourses and public spaces.
Kerbdrain manages surface water along kerb lines, reducing ponding without disrupting pedestrian or vehicle movement.
Gatic Drainage systems have been specified for DP World’s Berth 4 at the London Gateway logistics hub, continuing a trusted relationship established over previous berth developments at the site.
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The Port of Huelva in Andalusia has undergone a €40 million expansion, which saw the specification of over a kilometre of Gatic Ultraslot from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS).
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Gatic Ultraslot and Gatic Access Covers from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS) have been installed at Moin Container Terminal in Costa Rica – the country’s first purpose-built artificial island.
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GATIC drainage products from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS), have been installed at the DP World London Gateway Logistics Park in Stanford-Le-Hope.
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“The biggest challenge we faced was ensuring the system could withstand the consistent, heavy traffic that will always be moving throughout the port,” continues Luis. “However, thanks to its capacity…
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