MED-Hubs · Cartagena, Spain
Marine testbed for renewable energy devices
A real floating platform in the Bay of Cartagena for testing marine energy capture devices under monitored, real-world conditions.
Discover the platformWhat it is
A real marine testbed in the Mediterranean
The MED-Hubs platform is a floating installation anchored in the Bay of Cartagena, designed to support companies and research projects that want to test marine energy capture devices in a real environment.
Unlike conventional laboratories, the platform provides authentic marine conditions — currents, waves, temperature, wind — with the reliability of being fully monitored and controlled.
Companies, startups, and research institutions can install their devices on the platform, collect real-world data, and validate their technology in front of investors and buyers — without needing to own or manage their own infrastructure.
Equipment
Integrated instrumentation
The platform features a set of fixed sensors that continuously record environmental marine conditions and energy output. Additional sensors can also be installed to meet the specific needs of each project.
Current meter
Continuous measurement of marine current speed and direction at the installation site.
Wave sensor
Real-time recording of wave height, period, and direction.
Water temperature
Sea surface temperature monitoring to correlate with device performance data.
Weather station
Wind speed and direction, air temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure — all logged continuously.
Solar panel & wind turbine
The platform is self-powered through onboard renewable energy sources, ensuring autonomous operation.
Underwater & surface cameras
Continuous visual surveillance of the seabed environment and the platform deck.
Who is it for?
The platform is right for you if…
You are a company or startup
You have a marine energy device and need real-world performance data before scaling up or approaching investors.
You are a research group
You want to test prototypes or new materials in a controlled marine environment without managing your own infrastructure.
You develop auxiliary technologies
You work on batteries, materials, or control systems linked to energy generation in marine environments.
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The platform in images
Location
Bay of Cartagena, Spain
The platform is anchored in the Bay of Cartagena, one of the most sheltered natural harbours on the Spanish Mediterranean coast — offering stable deployment conditions with direct access to open sea dynamics.
0° 59′ 11.38″ W
Technical sheet
Specifications
Contact
Want to install your device?
Send us a description of your technology and we will get in touch to assess the feasibility of the trial.
