Marine

HBPW has extensive experience within the marine sector, providing civil, structural and geotechnical engineering services for a wide range of waterfront and marine infrastructure projects.

From ports and harbours to coastal protection and flood defence schemes, we deliver practical, resilient and efficient engineering solutions tailored to the demands of challenging marine environments.

We provide civil, structural and geotechnical engineering services for ports, harbours, jetties, pontoons, berthing facilities and associated marine infrastructure. Our designs prioritise operational performance, durability and safety in challenging coastal and tidal environments. HBPW has extensive experience delivering marine engineering solutions for commercial and industrial waterfront developments.

Our team supports projects from feasibility and ground investigation through to detailed design and construction. We understand the unique challenges associated with marine structures, including tidal loading, vessel impact, corrosion, scour and complex geotechnical conditions.

HBPW has contributed to a range of marine projects, including pontoons, jetties, mooring facilities, dolphins and quay-side infrastructure. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures practical, resilient and cost-effective solutions tailored to the operational requirements of port and harbour operators.

We deliver engineering solutions for river and canal infrastructure, supporting navigation, transportation, recreation and environmental improvement projects. Our services cover both new-build developments and the inspection, assessment and refurbishment of existing assets.

Our engineers have experience designing and assessing structures such as retaining walls, embankments, footbridges, culverts, moorings, lock infrastructure and waterside developments. We carefully consider hydraulic, geotechnical and environmental constraints to ensure long-term performance and resilience.

From urban regeneration schemes to strategic infrastructure projects, we work closely with clients and stakeholders to develop practical engineering solutions that enhance the functionality, safety and longevity of inland waterways.

We provide civil, structural and geotechnical engineering services for coastal protection schemes that help safeguard communities, infrastructure and assets from erosion and the effects of an evolving coastline. Our designs balance technical performance with environmental and sustainability considerations.

Our team supports the design and assessment of seawalls, revetments, rock armour, sheet piled structures, retaining systems and associated coastal infrastructure. We evaluate site-specific conditions including wave action, tidal influences, ground conditions and long-term coastal processes.

Working collaboratively with clients and stakeholders, we develop robust and resilient coastal solutions that minimise risk, protect valuable assets and support the sustainable management of the coastal environment.

We support the development, enhancement and refurbishment of flood defence infrastructure designed to reduce flood risk and improve community resilience. Our engineering services cover a wide range of assets that protect people, property, transport networks and critical infrastructure.

Our experience includes flood walls, embankments, drainage infrastructure, pumping stations, flood storage facilities and water management structures. We combine structural, civil and geotechnical expertise to deliver designs that perform reliably during extreme weather and flood events.

In addition to new-build projects, we provide inspection, assessment and asset management services for existing flood defence infrastructure. Through careful evaluation and targeted improvement measures, we help clients maintain performance, extend asset life and adapt to future climate challenges.