Specialist acoustic adviceand measurement services
Using scientific principles and the latest research, we provide robust solutions to address
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underwater noise concerns arising from marine activities.
About Subacoustech Environmental
For over 20 years, the Subacoustech Environmental team has been providing the marine industry with the world- class expertise necessary to monitor and mitigate the effects of noise in the marine environment.
We have extensive experience in all aspects of underwater noise modelling and surveying to support developers through design, planning and implementation.
Testimonials
Long-term monitoring
“It’s been a pleasure working with you and the rest of the Subacoustech team. You have always been very professional and knowledgeable and the delivery of reports has been outstanding.”
- River Thames
Seismic modelling
“I would like to also say that the JNCC were very complimentary about the level of effort put in to the noise modelling and the approach taken.”
- Shetland
Windfarm piling modelling
I wanted to thank you for your input to the project. As always there were some last-minute changes and your quick turn around and commitment was much appreciated.”
- North Sea
Sound source verification survey
“The team went above and beyond on this project and did a phenomenal job. Right from the start the planning for the project was hectic but every request sent to the team was picked up on and adjusted accordingly. In the end, the clients were extremely happy and the report and findings were accepted unconditionally by both government agencies, NMFS and BOEM.”
- Massachusetts, USA
Noise in the Marine Environment
Over the past 30 years it has become increasingly evident that noise from human activities in and around the marine environment can have an impact on the marine species in that area and beyond. Unlike light and other stimuli, sound is transmitted very efficiently through water with sound often being detectable underwater at distances many times that which would be expected with noise in air.
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The efficiency of sound propagation underwater allows marine animals to use sound as a method of communication, sometimes over long distances, and to sense the presence and location of objects - including prey and predators. Introducing additional noise into the environment can interfere with this.
Marine animals may obtain a great deal of information about their environment by detecting sounds from natural sources. Underwater noise caused by human activities needs careful consideration to ensure that the potential impact to marine species is understood. For more information on marine acoustics and how underwater noise may affect wildlife click below.
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