SINTEF provides research and consultancy services within most aspects of port and coastal engineering. The harbour studies performed includes both small and large harbours; ranging from marinas and fishery harbours to oil terminals. The projects are performed using a variety of tools including field measurements, physical laboratory and numerical models and desk studies.

Through our experienced  scientists we can provide services within a wide range of aspects; including:

• Harbour layout and design
• Ship movement in harbours
• Navigational channels and shipping lanes
• Coastal structures
• Conventional breakwaters
• Berm breakwaters (see picture)
• Design wave- and wind conditions
• Pipeline landfall