A step forward in aquatic safety: effective protection on beaches, rivers and swimming pools
Every summer, the figures are repeated and alarming: dozens of people lose their lives due to drowning in recreational settings. Unguarded beaches, unexpected falls from boats or simple walks along the shore end in tragedy. To change this reality, Floatee—a company specialized in aquatic safety solutions—launches in Spain its anti-drowning t-shirt for adults and adolescents, a garment that combines design, technology and prevention in the same gesture.
A lifesaving garment that adapts to the body and lifestyle
The t-shirt, discreet and ergonomic, seeks to eliminate that false sense of security that we feel when knowing how to swim or when moving in apparently calm waters. With a integrated personal flotation systemthat activates both manually and automatically – depending on use –, Floatee offers real protection for those who practice water sports such as surfing, kayaking or paddle boarding, and also for those simply strolling around a port, relaxing in a pool or enjoying a day of fishing.
In the event of a fall or loss of consciousness, the shirt inflates upon contact with water and keeps the head afloat, making it easier to breathe until help arrives. A simple measure that can make the difference between life and death.
Technology at the service of aquatic safety
More than a t-shirt, it is a prevention tool. These are some of its features:
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Actual buoyancy greater than 100N, well above the minimum required.
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ISO 12402-5 Certification, valid as a technical flotation aid.
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UPF 50+ sun protection, ideal for long exposures to the sun.
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Pro Sensor Elite activation system with rechargeable CO₂ cartridge in less than a minute.
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Technical design without straps or buckles, avoiding chafing or discomfort.
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Available in five sizes, adapting to different bodies without compromising fit.
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All this in a garment that looks like any sports shirt: neutral aesthetics, YKK zipper front, ultra-resistant fabrics and design designed to move freely.
A response to a silenced reality
In 2024, according to the National Drowning Report of the Royal Spanish Federation of Rescue and Lifesaving, 471 people died from drowning in Spain, 11.6% more than the previous year. The majority were men over 55 years old, and more than 80% of the incidents occurred in unsupervised locations. Figures that force us to rethink how we protect ourselves next to water.
“We wanted to offer something that was not only effective, but that people would want to wear,” says Philippe Rouvier, CEO and co-founder of Floatee. “There is a general overconfidence. Knowing how to swim is not always enough. That is why we designed a practical, comfortable and visually attractive solution. An everyday tool that can save lives without you realizing it.”
Too much trust in technology?
Although the progress is indisputable, not everyone views this new dependency on devices favorably. Can a t-shirt replace a surveillance network or awareness about aquatic risks? Some expert voices warn about the danger that these technologies generate a false sense of invulnerability, diverting attention from preventive education, risk signaling and the need for human surveillance in natural environments. Are we changing the prevention approach to a more individualistic one? The conversation, without a doubt, is open.
