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Drone Coastal Survey
Whether you need a drone coastal survey, assess erosion, monitor flood risk or plan land reclamation. Our advanced drone solutions and experienced team are ready to support your project needs.
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Your reliable ally in the ever-evolving field of drone-based coastal surveys. Our brand exemplifies expertise, professionalism, and confidence, demonstrating our leadership in the industry and years of experience.
We take pride in delivering top-quality, customised drone survey solutions tailored to meet your unique needs. With a focus on providing highly accurate and detailed coastal monitoring. Our custom-built heavy lift drones are equipped with a high-resolution RGB photogrammetry camera and a LiDAR sensor, allowing us to capture both visual and topographic coastal data.
We understand the importance of effective communication and strive to maintain a strong partnership with our clients. Our approachable and customer-centric mindset ensures that we not only provide exceptional service but also value your unique requirements.
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Protecting UK’s Coast with Comprehensive Data Collection
What Is A Coastal Survey?
A coastal survey is a process of gathering data and information about the coast, including the topography, geology, and other physical features of the area. This data is typically collected using a variety of tools and techniques, such as drone photography, satellite imagery, topographic maps, and field measurements.
Coastal surveys are used to assess the condition of the coast, identify potential hazards or risks, plan for coastal development, or monitor changes over time. They can also be used to inform policy decisions related to the management and protection of the coast.
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Economic Advantages of Using Drones for Coastal Surveys
Cost-Effective and Efficient Shoreline Data Collection
We believe that using drones for coastal surveys provides significant cost savings compared to traditional methods. Our drones are equipped with high-quality cameras and sensors, allowing us to capture detailed and accurate data in a fraction of the time it would take using ground-based GPS or aircraft-based LiDAR.
Not only do drones save time, but they are also more cost-effective for surveying large areas, particularly when specialised sensors such as multispectral and sonar are required. Our drone surveys are also highly responsive, allowing us to quickly gather data in response to changing conditions or emergencies.
By using drones for coastal surveys, we are able to provide our clients with cost-effective and efficient solutions that support informed decision-making and cost-saving measures.
Comprehensive Data for Your Unique Project
Customised Tools for Your Coastal Survey Needs
Drone LiDAR Coastal Surveying
Our LIDAR coastal surveys offer fast, ultra high resolution data capture with excellent coverage, even through vegetation. With an indicative surface resolution of >500 pts/m2.
Good option in situations where absolute accurate data is needed, particularly in areas with complex topography or dense vegetation.
Photogrammetry Coastal Surveying
Photogrammetry coastal surveys provide high resolution data in good lighting and reasonable weather conditions.
As a cost effective option for smaller, bespoke surveys, photogrammetry is a great choice for projects that need high resolution data at an affordable price.
Multi-Spectral Coastal Survey
Multispectral imaging can be used to classify different types of land cover, including vegetation, water bodies, and man-made structures.
This can be useful for monitoring the dynamics of coastal environments and identifying potential hazards or areas of concern.
Maximising Coastal Protection with Drone Surveys
Environmental Benefits of Drone Coastal Surveys
Our coastal survey services provide numerous environmental benefits for coastal management. By collecting dense data coverage with the accuracy and precision needed for comparison with other datasets, we are able to increase our understanding of coastal erosion processes and localised erosion impacts.
This contributes to a broader understanding of coastal change in the UK, and supports the reporting on climate change adaptation and mitigation targets at both the local council and national levels.
Our drone surveys can also be used to quickly demonstrate the effectiveness of mitigation measures and their impacts on the surrounding coast.
Making Important Decisions with Confidence
Benefits of a Drone Coastal Survey
Monitor Shoreline Storm Damage
Our drone survey technology allows for fast deployment in the event of a storm, collecting data to accurately assess the specific impacts. Before and after the storm.
By monitoring more frequently with improved coverage, we can attribute different episodes of damage to various hydrodynamic and meteorological conditions.
This information can be used to calibrate models of shoreline evolution and inform management decisions.
Assessing Oceanic Defences
Our drone survey technology allows for fast deployment in the event of a storm, collecting data to accurately assess the specific impacts. Before and after the storm.
By monitoring more frequently with improved coverage, we can attribute different episodes of damage to various hydrodynamic and meteorological conditions.
This information can be used to calibrate models of shoreline evolution and inform management decisions.
Analyse Coastal Habitat Changes
Drones can provide essential data on changes to marine ecosystems and habitats through regular monitoring. Drones can quickly and accurately assess the condition of coral reefs, seagrass beds, and other marine habitats.
This information is essential for supporting decision-making on conservation efforts, identifying areas in need of intervention, and monitoring the effectiveness of enhancement and prevention measures.
Improved Data Collection Safety with Drone Surveys
Our Drone Surveys Keep Environmental Surveyors Safe
We prioritise the safety of our team and clients. By conducting drone surveys, we can significantly reduce the need for ground-based activity in hazardous areas, such as steep cliffs, which reduces the potential risk of injury or death.
In addition to improving safety, our drone survey services also offer the benefit of effectively communicating information to public stakeholders through the use of easily digestible maps and images. These visualisations can help to convey complex scientific data to non-technical audiences and improve understanding of various issues.
Team of Skilled Environmental Professionals
Team of Skilled Environmental Consultants and Engineers
Our team of coastal surveyors and engineers are highly skilled and experienced in using advanced drone technology to capture highly accurate and detailed data.
Our team includes experts in ecological research and remote sensing, with a strong emphasis on ground truthing and the integration and analysis of data from a variety of sources, including UAVs, satellite imagery, and aerial photography.
Our team is dedicated to providing customized solutions and comprehensive project documentation to meet the specific needs of our clients, whether they are involved in development, research, habitat management, or any other aspect of coastal monitoring and management.
Understanding Coastal Processes through Drone Surveys
Accurately Mapping Sediment Transportation and Beach Repair
Our drone coastal surveys can provide detailed and accurate data on the rates and extents of sediment deposition and beach repair, which is important for coastal managers to understand in addition to measuring damage and loss. The data collected from drone surveys can also be used to map the movement of sand and gravel deposits.
These features are often dynamic and important habitats, and the high-resolution data from drone surveys can be used to monitor changes in their condition. The data collected from drone surveys can also be used by academics and conservationists to understand the causes and drivers of changes in coastal geometry and assess the ecological condition of these areas.
Discover Coastal Insights with Unmatched Precision
Data Management and Processing for Coastal Surveys
As UK’s leading provider of drone coastal survey services, we understand the importance of accurate and reliable data management and processing.
During a survey, our drones collect large amounts of data, including photos and points, which are then calibrated and processed to create a dense point cloud. This point cloud is then referenced using ground control points to ensure accuracy. The resulting data is used to generate digital elevation models, which can be exported into GIS software and rendered into 3D models for visualization.
Our team is dedicated to ensuring that all data is properly managed and processed to provide our clients with high-quality and reliable results.
Transforming Wildlife Monitoring
Coastal Drone Wildlife Monitoring
Drones offer a transformative approach to observe and monitor wildlife populations in coastal areas, presenting a wealth of valuable data for conservation endeavors. By utilizing drones for wildlife monitoring, we gain unprecedented insights into the behavior, distribution, and population dynamics of coastal wildlife species.
The aerial perspective provided by drones allows for efficient and non-intrusive observations, minimizing disturbance to sensitive ecosystems. With high-resolution imaging capabilities, drones capture detailed images and videos, enabling researchers and conservationists to identify species, track movement patterns, and assess habitat quality.
