1. Customer Background

• Company Overview: L. Gutiérrez de Mata S.L., headquartered in Cantabria, Spain, is a specialized manufacturer of metal gabions and wire-based structures aimed at hydraulic defenses, retaining walls, and civil engineering uses. They were founded in 2005 and operate internationally with both import and export business lines exportadores.cesce.es+10empresite.eleconomista.es+10guide.in.ua+10.

• Company Scale: The company employs approximately 10–49 people and reported annual revenues in the range of €0.6 to 1.5 million in 2023 infoempresa.com.

• Project Background: L. Gutiérrez de Mata S.L. engaged our company to supply high-quality gabion mesh systems for a riverbank stabilization project in northern Spain. The goal was to reinforce embankments along a flood-prone river, enhancing structural stability and ecological integration.

2. Customer Needs and Challenges

• Project Challenges: The riverbanks were subject to seasonal floods and high water currents that threatened embankment integrity. The local soil was prone to erosion, and existing concrete and metal solutions lacked flexibility and ecological benefit.

• Customer Requirements: The client required a corrosion-resistant, flexible solution capable of reinforcing the embankment structurally while promoting vegetation growth and supporting ecological restoration.

3. Our Solution

• Customized Gabion Mesh System: We supplied gabion mesh panels made from galvanized steel wire with optional protective coatings (e.g. PVC), tailored to local environmental conditions. These meshes provided excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and flexibility to adapt to riverbank contours.

• Eco-Friendly Integration: The mesh structure allowed for sediment accumulation and plant root penetration, helping to stabilize soil over time. This led to a living green barrier that combined physical protection with ecological restoration.

4. Project Implementation

• Coordination & Delivery: Working closely with the engineering team of L. Gutiérrez de Mata, we coordinated site surveys and custom mesh design. Delivery logistics were handled carefully to ensure on-time arrival and smooth installation.

• Technical Support & Training: Our engineers provided on-site installation guidance and trained the client’s team on installation techniques and maintenance protocols. We also supplied maintenance guides to ensure long-term system performance.

5. Results and Impact

• Outcomes: The gabion mesh significantly improved embankment resilience, reducing soil erosion and protecting the riverbank against flood damage. Vegetation established within the gabion structure, further stabilizing the slope and enhancing the local ecosystem.

• Client Feedback: “The customized gabion solution exceeded our expectations—it provided structural reinforcement and ecological benefits. The product's durability and adaptability proved ideal for our needs.” — Project Manager, L. Gutiérrez de Mata S.L.

6. Conclusion and Future Collaboration

• Long-Term Partnership: L. Gutiérrez de Mata S.L. expressed strong satisfaction with our gabion systems, indicating plans to use our solutions in future flood defense and soil conservation projects.

• Looking Ahead: As environmental infrastructure projects continue to expand in Spain and the EU, we anticipate further collaborations with L. Gutiérrez de Mata. Our shared experience provides a solid foundation for future joint efforts in sustainable embankment engineering.