As a busy port with a finite amount of space, a major expansion was planned for the Port of Hanstholm in Denmark. We assisted the expansion process with sedimentation studies and comprehensive numerical and physical modelling. Our expertise paved the way for a safe and cost-effective expansion process.
The Port of Hanstholm in Denmark is a major fishing and commercial port. Our history with Hanstholm goes back several decades. When Hanstholm Harbour was first being built on the northwest coast of Denmark, its construction was seen as infeasible. But two of our founders re-examined the technical aspects of the project. Based on their findings, a new report concluded that the project was sound, allowing for the construction of Hanstholm Harbour.
Recently plans were drawn up to increase the size of the port area to cope with growing demand. We were asked to assist with the expansion plans.
Since it is a bypass harbour, the Port allows a large part of the sand moving along the coast to pass, decreasing the need for dredging. The future harbour’s expansion plans however, could cause sedimentation to increase. Moreover, the Port sits fully exposed to the large waves of the North Sea. In order to proceed with the expansion plans, a cost-effective and safe breakwater design was required. In addition, the port layout also needed to be optimised with respect to wave disturbances inside the port.
Our client approached us to analyse and find a solution to the problems posed by sedimentation. We also brought our expertise to the project by conducting comprehensive numerical and physical modelling to facilitate a safe and economical port expansion.
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