Expertise
Deep, Maldives-specific knowledge across the disciplines that island development depends on.
High-Rise Foundations
Geotechnical investigation and foundation recommendations for towers up to 18 storeys in Malé and Hulhumalé.
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Reclaimed Land & Coral Sand
Investigation and testing tuned to carbonate/coral-sand and newly reclaimed ground.
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Resort & Water-Villa Development
Onshore and offshore investigation for resort islands and overwater structures.
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Marine & Coastal Infrastructure
Geotechnical data for jetties, harbours, coastal protection and reclamation.
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Stormwater & Drainage
Hydrological studies and drainage design for island roads and urban development.
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Island Environmental Management
EIA, ESMP and monitoring for sustainable island development.
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Maldives ground in brief
Coral sand over porous coral rock, cemented layers, reclaimed land and low seismicity.
Standards and reports
The codes we work to, and what a SIDCO geotechnical report contains.
Quality at Sidco Lab
Calibration, traceability, impartiality and how results are reported.
Regulations and permits
Maldivian laws that shape a project, and the permit routes in plain words.