MDA specializes in four key areas of Marine & Environmental science -

Oceanographic Site Characterization    Geotechnical & Mineral Assessments    Environmental Assessments    Contaminated Sediment Remediation

 

  MDA has full capability to carry out the required oceanographic surveys and site analyses to support marine resource development and a systems approach to contaminated sediment remediation.
  Past Programs, include dredging technology assessment for the US Army Corps of Engineers and participation in the U.S. NAE assessment of remediation technologies. An example of MDA's approach is shown below:

Requirements

  Ocean Energy facilities, such as OTEC, wave, & tidal power plants require site characterization to determine the design and operating requirements.
  Coastal and offshore resource development activities, such as replenishment of beach sand, deep-sea and placer minerals assessment, and installation of pipelines & cables require oceanographic surveys and resource assessment.
  Environmental assessments are essential elements of resource development to minimize risk, and protect beach, coral & marine living resources. MDA has full capability to conduct these assessments, carry out the appropriate Project planning, & manage such operations.