Thames Marine Mammal Mitigation

DATE

December 2018

CLIENT

Location

River Thames, London

About the project

In late 2018, we were commissioned by AECOM to provide marine mammal mitigation services during hydrographic surveys of the River Thames.

We provided an experienced team of Marine Mammal Observers (MMO) and Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) operatives to ensure 100% coverage during hydrographic operations.

The programme of works involved the provision of expert advice and the development and implementation of a bespoke set of procedures to mitigate any injury or disturbance to a Beluga whale (known as Benny the Beluga) residing in a stretch of the river within close proximity to the survey area.

We provided an experienced team of Marine Mammal Observers (MMO) and Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) operatives to ensure 100% coverage during hydrographic operations.

Project outcomes

A conservative approach was developed in liaison with Natural England and the JNCC and surveys were conducted successfully without disturbance or injury to any marine mammals.

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