IRVINE-headquartered SOCOTEC Land & Hydrographic Surveys is expanding operations by opening a new base in Liverpool.
The coastal marine survey company will now be able deliver services to clients throughout England, removing geographical perceptions that may have previously limited opportunities south of the border.
From this month, Aspect Land & Hydrographic Surveys was renamed SOCOTEC Land & Hydrographic Surveys, having been acquired by the SOCOTEC Group in late 2024.
Operations director Graeme Thomson said, “Whilst we have completed projects in England over the years, historically there has always been a perception that we were located predominately for works across Scotland, including the Highlands & Islands. Having a presence south of the border will enable us to explore a significant number of new opportunities, as potential clients may have previously perceived us as too far away to be considered for their projects.
“Liverpool offers a natural foothold given the established marine industry there and our existing client relationships in the region. It provides the ideal base from which to grow our operations.”
Since being acquired, the company has worked alongside SOCOTEC’s infrastructure and environmental teams on client projects, undertaking both onshore and offshore geotechnical investigations. The teams are also collaborating on future bids and projects that combine marine vibrocores with SOCOTEC’s laboratory capabilities.
