Sediment research meets many needs
Geochemical and geophysical properties of sediments from the seabed or an inland watercourse can be studied to determine the quality of the material. Research data is needed for activities such as the planning of dredging and dumping operations, for determining background concentrations and for understanding the sediment deposition in the area. Furthermore, sediment carbon stock and sequestration can be determined based on the results.
Our service assists in the planning of environmentally optimal measures targeting sediments.
The surveys are carried out on sediment and pore water according to the customer’s needs. In the assessment of the environmental conditions at the seabed or lake bed, the current physical status of the sediment, pore water and the overlying water column are examined. The physical properties of the near-bottom water and the concentration and size distribution of suspended particles may also be determined.
The research equipment is also used to study processes such as erosion and deposition, and greenhouse gases.
Our experts always plan the surveys based on the suitability of the methods and the research needs.
