In 2024, marine and coastal ecosystems continued to face escalating challenges, driven by the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. At the same time, coastal cities, ports and marine infrastructures are growing in both number and scale. Biodiversity is also under threat from human activities and pressures, such as pollution, overexploitation and invasive species. Together with climate change impacts, these factors challenge both the natural and built environments.
To ensure long-term functionality, sustainability and cost-effectiveness, developments must be designed with respect for local physical and biological processes. This is also DHI’s approach: working with nature from start to finish. DHI collaborates with public and private sector clients, including governments, non-profits, insurance, real estate and shipping, to protect shorelines, support coastal development and safeguard ecosystems. Our solutions, technologies and data transform model results into sustainable engineering solutions to address future climate and development needs.
Our marine and coast solutions include:
Marine infrastructure – Providing solutions across the infrastructure lifecycle — from design and construction to operations — ensuring structures like bridges, artificial islands, and tunnels integrate with the natural environment. We help clients meet environmental regulations and ensure infrastructure can withstand harsh conditions. By aligning marine infrastructure with nature, DHI assists in designing artificial coastal elements like beaches, headlands and lagoons to protect and support marine ecosystems.
Coastal development – Safeguarding against coastal flooding and adapting to climate change has never been more important. DHI helps clients design and implement sustainable mitigation solutions for new land, island and waterfront projects. Our focus is on creating cost-effective, resilient infrastructure while ensuring the protection of the surrounding environment throughout the development process.
Aquaculture production – Supporting aquaculture production with services including environmental impact assessments, site selection, farm design optimisation, water forecasting and expertise in toxicology, biology and regulatory compliance
Environment and ecosystems management – Using DHI’s ecosystem-based approach, we help clients address pollution, enhance carbon capture through wetland restoration, mitigate climate change impacts on ecosystems, restore biodiversity in aquatic environments and comply with stricter environmental regulations and standards