SERVICES


MER’s team is composed of motivated young marine researchers with diverse educational backgrounds in marine, environmental sciences and aquaculture. MER uses advanced equipment to collect and analyze marine samples in situ and an equipped laboratory to carry out further analysis and reporting. MER and its external partners can manage all environmental requirements and projects on behalf of clients. We offer a wide range of research, consulting and educational services mainly in the fields of aquaculture and marine ecology such as the implementation of environmental impact assessment studies, nearshore and offshore baseline surveys, marine environmental monitoring and aquaculture management.

However, our services are flexible and can adapt to include several topics in marine sciences depending on the client requests. Our services can range from a bibliographic review and collection of background information to collection of marine biological, chemical and physical data, analysis and impact assessments to marine environmental education and research project partnerships. Additionally, MER provides niche services to consultants who seek marine environmental/ecological or fisheries, aquaculture specialist support to meet project requirements. We are able to assist will all aspects of the project from the proposal to survey design to fieldwork and sample collection, to data analysis, literature reviews and reporting. We guarantee high quality and standard to our provided services.

RESEARCH PROGRAMS

Scientific research is at the core of MER. It is our goal to remain at the front line with aquatic research projects at both national and international level.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESMENTS

MER specializes in conducting coastal and offshore EIAs to assess the anthropogenic impacts exerted on the environment by human developments.</p> <p>

MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

MER has the infrastructure and experience in monitoring key biotic and abiotic variables in offshore, coastal and inland aquatic systems.

MARINE ECOLOGY & BIOLOGY

MER combines advanced skills and tools to describe, analyze and monitor ecological and biological components of marine ecosystems.

AQUACULTURE

Aquaculture is important for food security and offers socio-economic benefits, but its long-term sustainability is questioned. MER can help!

FISHERIES

Fish stocks are overexploited. Assessing population dynamics of commercial species and managing fisheries sustainably is challenging.

LABWORK AND SAMPLE ANALYSIS

MER possesses a specialized laboratory for analyzing biological, water and sediment samples and uses advanced software to process and present data.

FIELDWORK AND SAMPLE COLLECTION

We offer a hardcore team and advanced equipment used in underwater and on-board operations to map, sample and monitor aquatic ecosystems.

MODELLING

Simulating the dispersal of effluents and plume and sedimentation is key to accurately predict the impacts of many activities to marine ecosystems.

ACOUSTIC SURVEYS

MER employs advanced acoustic tools and software to collect oceanographic data and carry out high resolution seafloor and habitat mapping.

PORTS AND HARBORS

Ports and harbors are point sources of pollution. MER can monitor parameters, assess environmental impacts and mitigate pollution.

OIL, GAS & MARINE ENERGY

MER has offshore-certified, MMOs and skillful scientists that can perform environmental baseline and monitoring in coastal and offshore areas.

MARINE SPATIAL PLANNING

MSP is a process for planning and regulating human uses and aims to protect the marine ecosystems as well as safeguard marine biodiversity.

INTEGRATED COASTAL MANAGEMENT

Coastal planning through ICZM is pivotal as it addresses development and conservation in specific geographical places, through an integrated approach.

MULTI-PURPOSE REEFS

We can help design, monitor and assess artificial structures that reduce erosion, enhance marine biodiversity and offer recreational services.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

MER has a strong social engagement, offers environmental education services and aims to increase the marine environmental awareness.

Marine & Environmental Specialized Services

We are providing a wide range of aquatic Consulting & Research services