Hydrology
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Urbanisation, climate change, intensive agriculture. That’s what’s increasing the demand on the world’s water systems. Water resource management, flood defence control, and urban water infrastructure are becoming increasingly important. We specialise in the risk assessment and stability of hydraulic structures – particularly dikes. We map river and delta regions that are under pressure due to environmental changes and urbanisation. And offer expert advice: on flood control, drainage and infiltration systems, and risk and mitigation measures. In need of groundwater monitoring plans for urban areas? Groundwater remediation? Or waste water disposal? You’re in the right place too.
Tom Parry
Global lead Hydrology
Case study
Sustainable dike design ideas prove their worth against floods
In the Dutch province of Limburg, we helped develop and implement two cutting-edge, sustainable dike designs. The idea: construct the dikes using the area’s own materials, carefully integrating them in the landscape. However, the soil did not meet the standard requirements for dike clay.
Case study
365 kilometres of levees, locks, and sluices: a safety assessment
The Dutch have always been pioneers in hydraulic and geotechnical engineering. After the devastating North Sea flood in 1953, flood defence became a pillar of Dutch innovation. So when the Dutch regional water authority needed to determine the strength of its primary levee system, they appointed a Dutch company to conduct levee safety assessments – Fugro.
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Tom Parry
Global lead Hydrology
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Exciting challenges. Unforgettable experiences. Work that helps create a more safe and liveable world. These are a few of the things you’ll find at Fugro. Will you join our global team?