Transforming global ports and maritime infrastructure
As global supply chains become more complex, ports and maritime terminals are critical nodes in the global goods movement network, connecting producers, manufacturers and end customers across rail, road, air and sea.
We leverage global expertise in supply chains and infrastructure to partner with clients to plan, design and deliver state-of-the-art facilities that keep trade moving safely, efficiently and sustainably. Our specialists combine global expertise with deep regional knowledge from across the entire freight ecosystem. We support manufacturing, industrial, mining and energy companies with rail, waterfront and terminal infrastructure. Our teams plan and design port assets, topside facilities, access roads, logistics hubs and distribution centers. Furthermore, we work with Class I and global rail operators on yards and intermodal facilities, and we bring strong aviation and air cargo experience to the multimodal freight environments.
Starting with early planning and simulation through design, construction and asset management, our integrated, multidisciplinary approach helps clients create resilient marine and landside infrastructure that performs across the full goods movement chain.
Key facts
- Ranked the No. 1 Transportation Engineering Firm by Engineering News-Record
- Industry leading electrification and shore-to-ship team for terminals and all vessel types of cargo, cruise, oil tankers, ferries, and tugs
- Planned automated container terminals across five continents
- Actively working at 75 globally significant ports including Hong Kong, Melbourne, Pipavav, Jebel Ali, Rotterdam, London, Panama, Manzanillo, NY/NJ, Savannah, Miami, New Orleans, Houston, Long Beach, Los Angeles
Optimizing operational efficiency and easing port congestion
We plan and design port complexes and maritime terminals to improve vessel movement, landside logistics and terminal operations. Our teams help reduce congestion from berth to gate while supporting safer, more efficient port performance.
Our integrated, multidisciplinary approach across civil, geotechnical, structural, electrical, architectural, environmental, traffic, security, communications and asset management systems drives improvement in resilience and operational efficiency across complex port and maritime environments.
Through terminal and ship movement simulation, coastal modeling and operational planning, we help clients make informed decisions that improve throughput, safety and long-term performance.
Port electrification
Electrification and modernization are central to meeting regulations and maintaining competitiveness in a changing global supply-chain.
As operations shift from fossil-fuel-dependent systems to lower-carbon, electrified environments, we help ports and terminal operators understand the cost, utility and infrastructure requirements behind that transition.
How we support port electrification and modernization:
- Evaluate lifecycle cost benefits of electric vehicles and equipment
- Forecast future electrical demand and assess utility capacity
- Identify infrastructure gaps and plan scalable upgrades
- Advise on policy compliance, incentives and alternative funding
- Assess zero-emission cargo-handling vehicles suitability and adoption rates
- Design and deliver the infrastructure required to operate electrified fleets
- Develop shore-to-ship power systems tailored to specific needs of terminals:
- Site investigations and planning
- Concept through final design
- Electrical distribution and utility integration
Through global experience and multidisciplinary expertise, we help ports move confidently toward cleaner, more efficient and future-ready operations.
Technology adoption and digitalization
We bring our global expertise and industry best practices to support the adoption of advanced technologies and modernize aging infrastructure. Our ability to transfer innovation and technical knowledge supports implementing proven solutions to ports that improve performance, resilience, and reliability.
From simulation modelling and high-voltage electrical systems to security, communications and smart asset management approaches, we help clients integrate digital and physical systems across their facilities.
Delivering mega and greenfield port developments
We support the pursuit and delivery of mega greenfield port projects, particularly in developing and emerging economies where coordinated global expertise is essential. These projects require careful environmental planning, coastal and marine engineering, and the ability to mobilize multidisciplinary teams across geographies.
We bring the right expertise to these large-scale developments while maintaining alignment with client budgets, schedules, and long-term operational goals.
Projects
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