Marine Noise

Key specialisation in the port and maritime sector


What shall we do?

We specialise in acoustics and vibration work for the port and marine sectors, utilising advanced, cutting-edge technologies such as underwater acoustics.

We provide effective solutions in complex environments, helping our clients to comply with environmental regulations and to carry out their projects with a firm commitment to protecting the marine environment.

Our main services include:

Our main services include:

underwater acoustics


Underwater acoustics in nearshore and offshore areas

  • Underwater noise measurement and characterisation campaigns
  • Acquisition of noise spectra and acoustic signatures for vessels and port machinery
  • Modelling of underwater sound propagation
  • Acoustic mitigation measures for airborne and underwater noise during dredging, blasting and port works.
  • Long-term passive acoustic monitoring (PAM)
  • Acoustic detection and tracking of cetaceans
  • Determination of acoustic exclusion zones during marine works

Extensive experience in dredging, pile driving, underwater blasting, outfall installation, port works and cable laying, working in collaboration with port authorities and major engineering firms.

Marine Noise


Airborne noise in a port environment

  • Production of noise maps in port areas
  • On-site acoustic testing
  • Predictive acoustic modelling of port facilities and activities
  • Definition and optimisation of mitigation measures

Solutions aimed at minimising impacts on neighbouring urban areas and complying with environmental and authorisation requirements.

Vibrations in ports and urban areas

  • Vibration tests relating to port environments
  • Vibration propagation
  • Assessment of damage to buildings and neighbouring urban areas
  • Predictive and corrective studies to minimise impacts
vibrations marine noise
acoustics


Acoustics specialists serving industry

We have an expert, multidisciplinary team with extensive experience in the marine environment and complex port settings.

We combine technical expertise, regulatory knowledge and our own advanced resources to provide reliable solutions, tailored to the industry’s actual requirements and in line with the environmental and administrative requirements of the port sector.


Metodología y enfoque técnico

We apply proven methodologies based on field campaigns, specialised instrumentation and advanced modelling.

We are leaders in underwater acoustics in port environments, combining real-world measurements, propagation analysis and assessment of impacts on the marine environment to ensure robust results that can be defended before the authorities.

Leaders in integral services for the environment. Our ENAC accreditations endorse us.

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Eurofins Enviroment Testing Spain is currently the reference in the environmental sector in Spain. Thanks to our multiple ENAC accreditations we offer a comprehensive environmental service in analysis, control and inspection.

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