HR Wallingford (HRW) is an independent company that carries out research and consultancy in civil and environmental engineering and hydraulics worldwide. Established in 1947, it has delivered innovative solutions to complex development problems ever since. Through its work on projects in over 65 countries, HRW has gained a well-deserved international reputation for scientific and engineering excellence in water and maritime related areas.

HRW is able to examine the full range of hydraulic, navigation and planning aspects associated with marine terminal development. Techniques are available to investigate: dredging and navigational considerations, wave and current climate in the approaches and within a harbour, issues associated with sediment transport and water quality, coastal impact, and the environmental impact of terminal developments. Our complementary capability in terminal planning and design allows us to integrate the study of physical conditions with the operational and strategic planning issues necessary for successful terminal development.

HRW has the technology, expertise and experience to collect field data, build physical models, set-up computer models, and to interpret this information in support of the decision formulation and making process. An extensive program of ongoing strategic research underpins the company's technology base and ensures that its engineers and scientists remain at the forefront of knowledge and have access to innovative techniques that are generally not yet utilised by others in the industry.

With a resource base of over 250, including engineers, scientists, mathematicians, technicians and support staff, a wide range of skills and expertise is available.