Aquatera Ltd

Operating globally from a hub in Orkney, off the north coast of Scotland, Aquatera provides environmental expertise and operational support for offshore, coastal and land-based activities. Our clients range from multinational corporations and national governments to individuals and community groups and we operate in more than 30 countries.

We take a multi-disciplinary approach to projects, supporting clients from planning through to delivery and decommissioning. Our flexible business model, which draws on a wide network of associates and delivery partners, enables us to respond to clients’ needs whoever and wherever they are.

MARINE
From marine science and technical surveys to offshore/maritime operational and engineering support, we offer integrated solutions to the challenges of working in the marine environment.

Offshore sectors we work in:
• Oil and gas
• Cables and pipelines
• Ports and dredging
• Shipping
• Wave and tidal energy
• Offshore wind
• Aquaculture
• Marine heritage management

Offshore services provided:
• Strategic Assessment and Planning
• Environmental and Technical Surveys
• Environmental Impact Assessment and Licensing
• Technology Development and Operations Management

ONSHORE
Aquatera also prides itself on delivering ground breaking onshore projects, ensuring sustainability and community engagement.

Onshore sectors we work in:
• Energy infrastructure
• Onshore wind energy
• Hydrogen and storage
• Minerals extraction
• Community development
• Tourism and recreation

Onshore services provided:
• Project Assessment and Planning
• Strategic Planning and Community Development
• Wildlife, Habitat and Landscape Surveys

RESEARCH
Aquatera is engaged in a range of research and development activities, creating tools and resources to support our clients' business needs. We are also a partner in a number of international technology research projects. We work with governments, academic institutions and industry to disseminate and apply research.