Coastal Sciences & Engineering
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As the first private firm in the U.S. to implement beach restoration, APTIM is proud to offer fully integrated, multidisciplinary engineering and scientific solutions for all sizes and types of coastal projects. We stand ready to assist communities dealing with or planning for natural- and climate-related impacts.
Coastal communities face financial, engineering, and policy challenges when trying to implement coastal protection and restoration projects, as these large-scale infrastructure projects are costly, technically complex, and require coordination across multiple stakeholders. Additionally, more frequent and intense storms, sea level rise, and shoreline erosion caused by climate change are exacerbating these challenges. Selecting the right coastal sciences and engineering partner ensures long-term resilience for your community.
APTIM’s coastal sciences and engineering team specializes in all aspects of beach nourishment, shoreline protection projects, erosion control, marine mapping, as well as climate resilience planning and sea level rise work.
Whether minimizing impacts to adjacent natural resources, monitoring localized protected species or habitats, or designing innovative permeable adjustable erosion control structures, our professionals evaluate each client’s specific needs and design specialized solutions for every project. Our service line is made up of the following submarket disciplines:
Strategically positioned in various locations along the coastal perimeter of the U.S., we are a robust team of engineers, biologists, geologists, geophysicists, surveyors, computer-aided design professionals, and geographic information systems specialists providing tailored solutions to both government and private clients.
APTIM is prepared assist you, every step of the way—from conceptual design, engineering alternatives, and environmental permitting to project management and post-construction monitoring. Since 1984, our coastal sciences and engineering team has:
APTIM. In Pursuit of Better.
