The Sanxenxo Town Council has launched the Baltar field turf renovationIn Portonovo, work is underway to replace the entire playing surface and install a new irrigation system. The project began with the removal of the existing surface and the preparation of the base to receive the new material.
The project is financed through a 48-month leasing contract for a total amount of 627.478 Euros from municipal funds. From the Sports Department, the councilor Marcos Guisasola has emphasized the objective of ensuring that local teams compete under the best possible conditions, in line with the municipal commitment to modernizing its facilities.
Scope of the work in the Baltar field
In Baltar, the carpet will be completely replaced by a latest generation artificial grass, suitable for the practice of 11-a-side football and 7-a-side footballThe playing surface contemplated in the project is 101 x 62 meters, adapting the field to current standards of intensive use.
The selected product is undergoing testing in accredited laboratories and will be installed in accordance with the specifications FIFA Quality Pro for Football TurfThis guarantees bounce, rolling, shock absorption and resistance parameters in line with demanding competitions.
Irrigation system: uniform coverage and efficiency
The project incorporates 12 pop-up impact cannons of top brands, with 360 degree rotation To ensure even water distribution across the entire surface. This equipment will help stabilize the mat's temperature and optimize its mechanical performance during use.
In addition to facilitating daily maintenance, a properly sized irrigation system allows improve lawn durability and maintain consistent performance, especially during periods of heat or high training and match loads.
Awardee company and planning
The execution is the responsibility of Limonta Sport IbéricaThe work has begun with the removal of the existing turf and the installation of the irrigation system. The same process will be replicated on the Noalla pitch, following a coordinated sequence to minimize disruption to sporting activity.
After the dismantling and preparation phase of the base, the following will take place laying the new turf, fillings and the verification tests prior to the acceptance of the work, so that the field can regain its operability as soon as possible.
Financing model and scope of contract
The City Council has opted for a leasing model valid from four years, what includes supply, installation and the required technical conditions to maintain the quality of the equipment throughout the period. The total investment amounts to 627.478 euros, charged to municipal funds.
This formula allows share the economic burden and ensure compliance with standards, with technical monitoring that guarantees that the surface performs according to the contracted parameters.
Complementary interventions in Noalla
In the field of Noalla The same type of advanced turf will be installed, with a surface area of 103,25 x 62,50 metersThe contract also includes, additional actions such as replacing the railing and improving the perimeter fence to reinforce the security and maintenance of the premises.
The technical harmonization of both fields will allow unify usage criteria and maintenance, making it easier for clubs and municipal schools to have surfaces that are equivalent in performance and quality.
Context: continued investment in sports facilities
The improvements to Baltar and Noalla add to other recent interventions by the City Council, such as the renovations of the Baltar and Vilalonga pavilions, the creation of the Dorrón's new field or the renovation of the lawn O RevelImprovements have also been made to lighting and bleachers in Noalla.
This investment roadmap reflects a municipal strategy aimed at modernizing sports infrastructure to meet increased demand and raise user safety and comfort standards.
Benefits for clubs, schools and users
With a certified turf and efficient irrigation, the Baltar field will offer greater stability, traction and dampingThese are key factors in reducing the risk of injury and improving the gaming experience. The use of state-of-the-art materials also enhances performance in high-traffic environments.
During the construction, a temporary reorganization of training sessions and matches, which will be coordinated with the clubs to minimize disruption. Once open, the field will be able to host activity more frequently thanks to the resilience of the new mat.
Upcoming project milestones
The following phases comprise the regularization of the baseThe work will include extending the turf, adding technical infill, and painting the official markings. Finally, the following will be carried out: quality tests to validate that the installation meets FIFA Quality Pro requirements before its final delivery.
With these actions, Baltar and Noalla are moving towards more modern and functional fields, with facilities that meet the current needs of grassroots and amateur football, and that fit into the municipal roadmap for continuous improvement.
