Mumbai is one of the world’s largest cities and port capacity is struggling to keep pace with growth. The anchorage can be used for about nine months of the year with restricted use during the monsoon season. Cargo is transhipped by lighter for smaller terminals around the harbour. Much of this is dry bulk such as coal and the demand is increasing.

Beckett Rankine studied the marine conditions and operational parameters for lighterage in Mumbai Harbour. Methods were identified for improving the logistics supply chain including the transit of barges in the rivers and creeks around the harbour to avoid bottlenecks throughout the system.

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A new coal fired power plant is planned in northern Andhra Pradesh with blended fuel coming both from overseas as well as coastal India. The selected site is remote from all developed ports, so a captive jetty is required for panamax coal carriers. The jetty will also support the cooling water pipes with intake and outfall structures.

Beckett Rankine prepared a detailed project report (DPR) for the new jetty. Site surveys were carried out to identify the seabed levels and ground conditions where the jetty is to be constructed. Mathematical model studies were also carried out to identify likely wave heights, current and othermarine parameters.

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Riverside Quarter is part of the regeneration of the southern bank of the River Thames converting a brownfield site into new residential properties with modern riverside facilities with boathouses and a riverbus service. The old river walls restrain the tidal river flow and also form part of the flood defences along the River Thames.

Beckett Rankine are involved in condition surveys of the river walls and have designed works to strengthen and enhance these traditional masonry structures. Environmental issues have been considered and mitigation measures include new barges for birds to nest and roost.

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Millbank Millennium Pier breaks new ground in the design of passenger piers. The pier links Tate Britain, Tate Modern and Saatchi gallery by riverboat. Consequently the aesthetic appearance of the pier was a critical requirement in the design which considers the pier as a functional floating sculpture formed of faceted steel plates.

Beckett Rankine had overall responsibility for design of the new pier and supervision of its construction. At night the pier is transformed by Angela Bulloch's 'Flash & Tidal' artwork which is built into the pier's structure. The pier has been nominated for several design awards.

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A large residential complex is being developed at St George Wharf near Vauxhall Bridge in London. A passenger pier for river craft was included in the local authority planning agreement. This is part of the Transport for London initiative which includes using the River Thames as an important link in the overall public transport system.

Beckett Rankine have planned and designed the new pier and will supervise its construction. This work has included site investigations, hydraulic model study, environmental analysis as well as submitting applications for approvals from all relevant authorities.

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The former Shell Oil terminal in the lower reaches of the Thames Estuary is to be redeveloped as a deep water port. Its close proximity to London and the motorway network makes this a good site for a substantial container terminal. P& O ports worked with Jacobs Shipping to include a roll-on, roll-off freight terminal.

Beckett Rankine prepared a masterplan for the roll-on, roll-off terminal as the first part of the development. This included outline design of ferry berths with pontoon and linkspan bridges to accommodate the six metre tidal range, together with shoreside facilities.

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Lydney Docks are situated on the upper reaches of the Bristol Channel and were originally constructed to facilitate cargo transfer to and from the region by barge. Having become disused and then fallen into disrepair following the transfer of cargo transport to the roads, the docks have been listed as a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

Beckett Rankine examined the docks together with the canal and prepared alternative schemes for regenerating the water area surrounding land. Our brief covered consideration of re-locating and enhancement of the flood defences and finding a new use for the harbour.

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The State of Andhra Pradesh is developing more quickly than most other states in India. The existing minor port at Krishnapatnam is to be expanded to accommodate panamax coal carriers principally for delivery of coal for power generation. This is a BOT project. Large quantities of iron ore can also be exported from the hinterland.

Beckett Rankine is working as part of the sponsoring organisation and has been instrumental in preparing plans for a phased development of the port to match the anticipated cargo volumes and revenues. These plans have been passed by bankers as financeable.

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The Harbour at Watchet is on the southern side of the Bristol Channel in Western England. Breakwaters had been constructed on the gently sloping shoreline to provide a protected area of water at high tide. Exposed to severe storms from the west and with a tidal range of over 11m, there is no water in the harbour at low tide.

Beckett Rankine prepared a feasibility study for converting this harbour into a small boat haven with a focus on leisure craft with facilities for the fishing fleet. Central to the plan was construction of an inner harbour wall with a dock gate to provide permanently floating berths.

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A new refinery is to be constructed and a new harbour is needed for oil tankers serving the refinery. This includes berths for vessels ranging in size from 500 dwt to 60,000 dwt within the protection of a new breakwater. Also a single point mooring for crude carriers up to 350,000 dwt. Provision of a new dredged channel and navigation aids.

Beckett Rankine reviewed previous designs prepared by UK and Chinese companies and restructured the harbour layout to meet new operational requirements. Focus was on cutting costs and satisfying local and international standards. This included a FEED of the marine facilities.

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