Coastal
Infrastructure
At Global Maritime, we support the development, upgrade, and optimisation of critical infrastructure, where land meets sea. Whether it’s a new port facility, a hydrogen terminal, or a desalination plant, we bring the marine knowledge required to de-risk decisions and deliver sustainable, future-ready assets.
With decades of experience across ports, energy, and shipping, we understand the technical, logistical, and regulatory challenges that arise when infrastructure interfaces with the marine environment.
Supporting the industry with solutions in a changing offshore world
Our experts advise on feasibility, CAPEX, compliance, infrastructure integration, and safety.
A key aspect of our consultancy is to address emerging renewable requirements, such as retrofitting vessels for alternative fuels, including biofuels, hydrogen, and nuclear, supporting cleaner maritime operations.
From port expansions to waterfront energy hubs, we address all aspects of coastal and nearshore infrastructure. Helping clients assess constructability and ensure safe access for marine traffic and avoid costly surprises.
Our capabilities
Port Infrastructure Reports (PIRs)
Detailed assessments to support feasibility, compliance, and investment.
Port Assessment and Screening
Site selection and suitability studies for new or upgraded port facilities.
Constructability Assessments
Evaluating the buildability of infrastructure in challenging marine environments.
Geotechnical Assessments and Studies
Soil and ground condition insights to inform safe, efficient design.
Marine Advisory and Consultancy
Expert support on marine access, vessel logistics, and operational constraints.
Navigational Risk Assessments
Ensuring safe access for vessels, including for large-scale modules or offshore components.
Port Capacity and Utilisation Studies
Identifying bottlenecks and optimisation opportunities.
Port Traffic Studies
Modelling vessel movements to guide planning and risk mitigation.
Dredge Volume Calculations
Supporting cost-effective dredging strategies using GIS and geospatial tools.
Event Simulation and Logistics Planning
Utilising Global Maritimes’ proprietary OPSIM software it is possible to create scenario-based simulation to test marine logistics and construction sequencing.
Marine Warranty
Our Marine Warranty team supports complex infrastructure projects by safeguarding the transport of heavy and oversized cargo from planning through to delivery.
We provide assurance across:
- Project cargo planning and review
- Loadout, securing, and marine transport
- Heavy module and oversized component logistics
- Discharge operations and compliance checks
By reducing risk, avoiding delays, and ensuring alignment with international standards, we help clients execute complex marine logistics with confidence.
Marine Operations
Our Marine Operations team supports the infrastructure sector with safe, efficient execution of complex offshore and nearshore activities.
We deliver trusted expertise in:
- Towing and rig move operations
- Subsea construction and installation
- Cable laying and recovery
- Marine coordination for port and coastal projects
With experienced teams and proven procedures, we help ensure compliant, reliable marine operations for infrastructure developments around the globe.
Engineering
Our Engineering team provides tailored, multidisciplinary support to coastal and offshore infrastructure projects.
We offer expertise across:
- Design and electrical engineering
- Jack-up assessments and structural design
- Naval architecture and hydrodynamics
- Advanced marine simulation and analysis
From early concept to detailed design and execution, we help ensure infrastructure projects are robust, compliant, and built to perform in demanding marine environments.
Geoscience
Our Geoscience team supports coastal and offshore infrastructure with critical insight into seabed and subsurface conditions.
We offer specialist expertise in:
- Anchoring design and foundation studies
- Subsea cable route engineering
- Ground modelling and geotechnical analysis
- Survey planning and owner’s engineering
From concept development to execution, we provide the data-driven insight needed to deliver safe, resilient, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
Marine Services
Our Marine Services team supports the infrastructure sector with integrated solutions that ensure safe, compliant, and efficient marine operations.
We provide expert support across:
- Marine consultancy and assurance
- Dynamic positioning (DP) and marine coordination (MCS)
- Port and harbour operations
- Legal advisory and rig moving services
With decades of experience, we help infrastructure clients navigate complex marine challenges with confidence and control.
Project
Spotlight
Borouge 4
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Borouge 4 is one of the largest industrial projects ever undertaken in the UAE, expanding the world’s biggest single-site polyolefin complex. Developed by Borouge on behalf of ADNOC and Borealis, the new-build polymers refinery will add 1.4 million tonnes of production capacity to meet global demand for advanced polyolefin solutions, while driving the UAE’s economic diversification and industrial growth.
Global Maritime supported the project with Marine Warranty Survey (MWS) services, ensuring safe and compliant transport of critical cargo across multiple international operations. Our oversight reduced risk and provided assurance during the movement of oversized and high-value components, including the world’s largest Borstar® gas phase reactor.
Our role included:
- MWS risk prevention across critical cargo transportation
- Oversight of international logistics and interfaces
- Assurance of compliance with stringent safety and quality standards
- Risk mitigation planning for oversized and complex cargo movements
Get in touch.
Contact our team to discuss your project. Our experts are ready to support safe, efficient execution of your infrastructure project – no matter where you are in the world.
Sectors we support
While offshore oil and gas is a core part of our business, we also provide specialist support across a range of marine sectors. Irrespective of the sector, we apply the same high standards of safety, innovation, and technical excellence.