Discover how prolonged hot weather can affect marine infrastructure and why summer is an ideal time for marine condition surveys, structural inspections and asset management.

A port master plan provides the long-term strategy for developing ports and harbours. Learn how effective master planning supports future investment, resilience and sustainable waterfront growth.

Not every damaged quay wall needs replacing. Learn when repairs are the right option, what engineers look for during inspections and how planned maintenance can extend asset life.

Curious what happens during a marine structural inspection? Learn how engineers assess marine assets, identify defects and provide practical maintenance recommendations.

Marine condition survey costs depend on the type of structure, access requirements and level of inspection. Here's what affects pricing and how to get the best value from your survey.

Planning works in, over or under the sea? This practical guide explains when an MMO Marine Licence is required, common exemptions, the application process and how to avoid unnecessary project delays.

Planning works on the River Thames? Learn when a PLA River Works Licence is required, how the application process works and how to avoid common delays.

Learn how often quay walls should be inspected, what engineers look for, and how regular inspections can reduce repair costs and extend asset life.

Sustainability in marine and coastal engineering is often spoken about in broad terms, but at TILT we treat it as a practical discipline

If you own a property beside a lake, river, estuary or coastal water, the idea of building your own slipway or boat access steps is naturally appealing.

Whether it’s for launching a small boat or paddleboard, creating safer water access for maintenance, or simply enjoying the view from closer to the water, a well-designed access point can be a real asset — adding both lifestyle value and property value.

But before you start sketching ideas or calling a builder, there are a few crucial decisions to make. Here are 10 things for you to think about before you apply for permission or start design work.

If you work in the marine and ports sector, chances are you’ve come across the term MMO licence (Marine Management Organisation licence). For those less familiar, an MMO licence is the permission required to carry out certain activities in UK coastal and offshore waters — things like construction, dredging, or depositing materials.

On paper, it sounds straightforward: apply for the licence, wait for approval, and get on with your project. In reality, however, it’s rarely that simple.

Navigating the complexities of marine consents can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

Need barge stability calculations? TILT Engineering provides practical stability assessments for crane barges, pontoons, dredging and marine construction projects across the UK.

Maritime engineering covers far more than ports and harbours. Discover what maritime engineers do, the projects they work on and why specialist expertise matters for infrastructure built around water.

Rising sea levels and more frequent extreme weather are changing the way we design and protect our waterfronts. Discover how modern engineering is helping future-proof harbours, marinas and riverside infrastructure across the UK.

Working In The Wet 2024 is Live!

Managing Director Ian Dobson will be chairing the #PIANC working group on Alternative Fuel Vessels and Marina Design. Check out his article to learn more.

ICOMIA World Marina Conference talking to the delegates about adapting marinas for alternative fuel vessels and RecCom PIANC WG 217

We're feeling incredibly proud of being shortlisted and awarded FINALIST in the Best New Business Award, it's been an exciting start to TILT!

TILT Engineering Design, an emerging and dynamic engineering consultancy specialising in cutting-edge maritime infrastructure projects, has earned the distinction of being named a finalist for the prestigious Best New Business Award at the esteemed British Maritime Awards