Ports, Marine & Coastal

NIRAS carries out ports, marine and coastal projects worldwide in a variety of conditions – from the Arctic to the tropics.

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We have more than 300 experts involved in ports and marine structure projects all over the world. Our experts are based in our offices in Denmark and in different locations around the globe.

The expertise of our experts covers all phases of project cycles – from embryonic planning to life-cycle care and maintenance, and all stages in between.

Smart Ports and Green Ports

Realising your smart and green port potential

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NIRAS and Per Aarsleff A/S collaborate on a new port expansion in Varberg, Sweden

NIRAS is acting as a consultant for the Danish infrastructure contractor Per Aarsleff A/S in a major project involving the construction of a section of Varberg Port in Sweden. NIRAS has been responsible for executing the turnkey contract. The project, which spans from 2021 to June 2024, is designed for the storage and shipment of wood products.

Offshore Wind port expansion in the Philippines

Offshore wind has been a hot topic in the Philippine energy sector for only around two years, but developments have been rapid and significant as the Philippine Government accelerates its pivot to renewable energy sources and key industry players rally for further progress. A key enabler to the construction of offshore wind farms is the development of ports to act as offshore wind support bases.

Supporting the vision of oil to future energy at Sullom Voe

NIRAS is proud to have been awarded an up-to 8 year marine engineering consultancy contract with Shetland Islands Council (SIC) for the development and ongoing maintenance of Sullom Voe Oil Terminal (SVT) at the Port of Sullom Voe.

Indonesian Green Shipping Market Study

NIRAS has assisted Royal Norwegian Embassy in Jakarta with delivering a comprehensive study to provide tools and frameworks for the Norwegian embassy to encourage and support Norwegian firms to enter the green shipping sector in Indonesia.

arial view of Malé harbour in The Maldives

New harbour project in the Maldives creates growth opportunities

The Maldivian government is planning to establish a new harbour nearby its capital, Malé. NIRAS has been appointed as the consultant on the project, which will replace the existing harbour and create opportunities for further growth in the area.

NIRAS provides comprehensive consulting services in relation to port terminals, coastal and marine civil works.

Services are rendered for all project phases including master planning, feasibility studies, input to environmental impact assessments (EIAs), consent, due diligence, design, construction supervision and project management.

In addition, NIRAS can be involved in the whole lifecycle of marine assets providing inspection and maintenance services as well as maintenance dredging design and management.