Highlights from PIANC APAC 2024: Our Contributions to Coastal and Maritime Innovation
We are proud to contribute to this global event, where experts came together to address the industry's most pressing challenges.
We are proud to contribute to this global event, where experts came together to address the industry's most pressing challenges.
23 September 2024
The PIANC APAC 2024 event in Sydney was a showcase of innovative solutions and cutting-edge research in coastal and maritime engineering. We are proud to contribute to this global event, where experts came together to address the industry's most pressing challenges. Our team of experts had three presentations during the event showcasing our commitment to delivering solutions that are not only technically advanced but also sustainable and resilient.
Samantha Law captivated attendees with her presentation on "Enhancing coastal resilience: beneficial reuse of dredged material through implementation of a nature-based design approach.". Samantha demonstrated how dredged material, often seen as waste, can be repurposed to strengthen coastal ecosystems. By implementing nature-based design solutions, her approach addresses both environmental sustainability and economic efficiency, offering a global model for resilient coastal management.
JJarryd Barnes presented his research on "Field measurement and numerical modelling of resuspended sediment due to tugs." His work, focusing on understanding the environmental impacts of port operations, combines field measurements with sophisticated numerical modelling. The insights from Jarryd’s study are critical for port authorities seeking to reduce their environmental footprint.
During the event Jarryd received the Young author award from for his paper. Congratulations.
Linden Clarke’s talk on "Transhipment capacity modelling" explored innovative ways to optimize transhipment systems. By identifying inefficiencies and proposing advanced modelling techniques, Linden’s work aims to streamline operations and reduce costs for global logistics. Her research is a key example of how we are driving improvements in the operational efficiency of the maritime sector.
PIANC 2024 was a significant platform for us to demonstrate our leadership in maritime innovation. Through Samantha’s, Jarryd’s, and Linden’s presentations, we highlighted our commitment to delivering solutions that are not only technically advanced but also sustainable and resilient. Our involvement at this event reinforced our role as trusted partners in solving complex challenges, collaborating with industry leaders to push the boundaries of coastal and maritime engineering.
Whether you’re facing challenges in coastal resilience, sediment management, or operational efficiency, we’re here to help you navigate the complexities with confidence.
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Shane Amaratunga
As we celebrate 40 years of engineering excellence, I’ve been reflecting on what truly drives innovation in our business. For me, the answer is simple: it’s our customers.