Ports, Maritime and Coastal Engineering

We’re passionate about providing sustainable coastal infrastructure and safeguarding environmental resources, whether on land or at sea. Our Ports and Maritime division offers a wide array of comprehensive services that include planning, inspections, design and more.
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Ports and Maritime Solutions

LJA delivers integrated engineering and consulting services for public ports and private terminal operators. With expertise in waterfront infrastructure, upland development, and navigation systems, we provide solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and long-term performance while supporting operational needs and master planning goals.

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Coastal Engineering Solutions

Our coastal specialists provide resilient, science-based engineering solutions that protect infrastructure, enhance waterways, and preserve natural resources. Through capital improvement planning, storm damage assessment, disaster recovery, and advanced modeling, we help communities and agencies strengthen coastlines and prepare for future conditions.

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Our Diverse Range of Services

Ports and Maritime

  • Piers and Wharves
  • Mooring and Berthing Systems
  • Bulkheads and Shore Protection
  • Structural Inspections and Rehabilitation
  • Asset Management and Lifecycle Planning
  • Laydown Yards and Port Uplands
  • Navigation Studies
  • Regulatory Strategy and Permitting Support
  • Hydrodynamic and Coastal Modeling

Coastal Engineering

  • Coastal Restoration
  • Coastal Infrastructure Design
  • Rivers and Channels Engineering
  • Numerical Modeling and Analysis
  • Disaster Recovery and Resilience Planning
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