The world leader in crystalline lagoon technology introduces its smallest size ever — a patented, sustainable amenity that delivers a true beach-life experience at a fraction of the cost of a conventional pool, directly competing with commercial swimming pools for the first time.
MIAMI, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Crystal Lagoons, the multinational water innovation company behind the world's top amenity, announced the launch of a new 500 m² Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ model, the smallest lagoon size the company has ever offered. For the first time, the Crystal Lagoons proprietary concept and technology is available at a footprint that directly competes with commercial pools, giving real estate and hospitality developers a disruptive, sustainable alternative to traditional pools — one that transforms any project into a beach-life destination.
Unlike commercial pools, which still rely on painted concrete, large filtration systems, and oversized machine rooms, Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ use a proprietary building and operating technology. The system combines a liner solution that eliminates repainting and concrete repairs with ultrasonic flocculation technology that significantly reduces infrastructure requirements.
The new 500 m² model joins the existing Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ portfolio of 1000 m² to 4000 m² models that reduce design time, simplify permitting, and accelerate implementation.
"Swimming pools are a thing of the past," said Jean Pierre Juanchich, Global Business Director at Crystal Lagoons. "For the first time ever, developers can access our patented technology at a size that fits the smallest projects — delivering everything a pool cannot: a true beach-lifestyle experience, at a fraction of the construction and maintenance costs. While pools are designed mainly for swimming, Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ transform developments into destinations."
Key advantages over commercial pools:
- A fraction of the construction and maintenance costs
- 3-month construction time
- No machine room required
- Differentiation and increased sales
Not Just a Pool, a Destination
Unlike swimming pools, which offer swimming in an artificial-looking setting, Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ create a tropical paradise with white-sand beaches, turquoise water, water sports, wet bars, events, and the brand's signature Lagoon Lounge innovation — an L-shaped shallow edge with submerged chairs that redefines how people experience water.
For developers, the impact is measurable. Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ generate unparalleled sales, increasing price premiums, velocity, and occupancy — making the technology accessible to boutique hotels, mid-rise residential developments, mixed-use projects, and communities that previously had no lagoon option.
About Crystal Lagoons
Crystal Lagoons is a multinational innovation company with sustainable technology for unlimited-size crystalline lagoons at low cost, using up to 100x less filtration energy than traditional pools, 33x less water than a golf course and 40% of a park the same size. With 1,000 projects in different stages in 60+ countries, Crystal Lagoons is bringing beach life anywhere in the world.
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Crystal Lagoons Launches New 500 m² Small Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons™ Model, Marking the End of the Commercial Swimming Pool Era
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- Round 7 of the 2026 WRC takes place from May 28 to 31 across the Aichi and Gifu regions of Japan
- Hankook's Ventus Z215 and Z210 to support top-tier rallying performance on narrow and technical mountain tarmac stages
- Hankook to reinforce premium brand positioning in Japan and expand Original Equipment (OE) tire supply to leading Japanese automakers
TOYOTA, Japan, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A leading global tire company Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook), the exclusive tire supplier to the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), continues its campaign at Round 7 of the 2026 WRC, FORUM8 Rally Japan, taking place from May 28 to 31 across the Aichi and Gifu regions of Japan.
Centered around Toyota City, home to global automaker Toyota, FORUM8 Rally Japan is a tarmac rally spanning 20 Special Stages (SS) across a total competitive distance of 302.82 kilometers. Staged on narrow, winding mountain asphalt roads flanked by steep cliffs, barriers, and dense vegetation, the rally is widely regarded as one of the most technical and demanding rallies on the WRC calendar.
With virtually no straight sections, the rally's continuous corner sequences and narrow road widths leave little room for error, making precise vehicle control and consistent line-holding critical to performance. Mountain fog, localized rainfall, and constantly shifting surface temperatures and humidity levels add further complexity, with tire grip, handling, and drainage performance expected to be decisive factors throughout the competition.
Hankook will supply its tarmac rally tires, the Ventus Z215 and Ventus Z210, to deliver stable performance throughout the event. The Ventus Z215, engineered for dry surfaces, delivers outstanding cornering and handling performance, while the Ventus Z210, optimized for wet and damp conditions, provides excellent drainage and reliable grip. Both tires are engineered to maintain consistent grip through continuous cornering sections and rapidly changing road conditions, helping drivers with stable, controlled performance throughout the rally.
Following Vodafone Rally de Portugal, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team's Elfyn Evans leads the Drivers' Championship with 123 points, while teammate Takamoto Katsuta remains close behind on 111 points. Katsuta, who claimed his maiden WRC victory at Safari Rally Kenya earlier this season, will now compete on home soil at FORUM8 Rally Japan, where attention will be focused on whether he can further close the gap at the top.
With the gap between manufacturers and drivers remaining narrow, FORUM8 Rally Japan is drawing significant attention as a pivotal mid-season turning point. The rally also serves as TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team's home event, drawing strong attention from global motorsport fans.
Building on its advanced technology and rigorous quality standards, Hankook has established a strong premium brand presence in Japan, a market renowned for its exacting quality standards. Meeting the stringent technical requirements of leading Japanese automakers including Toyota, Nissan, and Honda, Hankook continues to expand its OE tire supply to major vehicle lineups, further strengthening its position as a trusted OE partner.
- Round 7 of the 2026 WRC takes place from May 28 to 31 across the Aichi and Gifu regions of Japan
- Hankook's Ventus Z215 and Z210 to support top-tier rallying performance on narrow and technical mountain tarmac stages
- Hankook to reinforce premium brand positioning in Japan and expand Original Equipment (OE) tire supply to leading Japanese automakers
TOYOTA, Japan, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A leading global tire company Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook), the exclusive tire supplier to the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), continues its campaign at Round 7 of the 2026 WRC, FORUM8 Rally Japan, taking place from May 28 to 31 across the Aichi and Gifu regions of Japan.
Centered around Toyota City, home to global automaker Toyota, FORUM8 Rally Japan is a tarmac rally spanning 20 Special Stages (SS) across a total competitive distance of 302.82 kilometers. Staged on narrow, winding mountain asphalt roads flanked by steep cliffs, barriers, and dense vegetation, the rally is widely regarded as one of the most technical and demanding rallies on the WRC calendar.
With virtually no straight sections, the rally's continuous corner sequences and narrow road widths leave little room for error, making precise vehicle control and consistent line-holding critical to performance. Mountain fog, localized rainfall, and constantly shifting surface temperatures and humidity levels add further complexity, with tire grip, handling, and drainage performance expected to be decisive factors throughout the competition.
Hankook will supply its tarmac rally tires, the Ventus Z215 and Ventus Z210, to deliver stable performance throughout the event. The Ventus Z215, engineered for dry surfaces, delivers outstanding cornering and handling performance, while the Ventus Z210, optimized for wet and damp conditions, provides excellent drainage and reliable grip. Both tires are engineered to maintain consistent grip through continuous cornering sections and rapidly changing road conditions, helping drivers with stable, controlled performance throughout the rally.
Following Vodafone Rally de Portugal, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team's Elfyn Evans leads the Drivers' Championship with 123 points, while teammate Takamoto Katsuta remains close behind on 111 points. Katsuta, who claimed his maiden WRC victory at Safari Rally Kenya earlier this season, will now compete on home soil at FORUM8 Rally Japan, where attention will be focused on whether he can further close the gap at the top.
With the gap between manufacturers and drivers remaining narrow, FORUM8 Rally Japan is drawing significant attention as a pivotal mid-season turning point. The rally also serves as TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team's home event, drawing strong attention from global motorsport fans.
Building on its advanced technology and rigorous quality standards, Hankook has established a strong premium brand presence in Japan, a market renowned for its exacting quality standards. Meeting the stringent technical requirements of leading Japanese automakers including Toyota, Nissan, and Honda, Hankook continues to expand its OE tire supply to major vehicle lineups, further strengthening its position as a trusted OE partner.
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Hankook Gears Up to Perform on the Challenging Stages of FORUM8 Rally Japan 2026
