Protecting Mauritius's coastline with science-led marine engineering
OceanVolts delivers EIA permitting, beach restoration, coastal surveys, and coastal hydrodynamics modelling for hotels, developers, and governments across Mauritius and the Indian Ocean.
Data. Science. Nature. Impact.
- 14+Years Experience
- 20+Completed Projects
- 100%Focused on Mauritius and the Indian Ocean
- 9/9EIA & PER Approvals
From Understanding to Lasting Solutions
We follow an integrated, science-based approach — combining data, modelling, engineering and nature — to deliver effective, sustainable outcomes for coastal environments.
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How we work
Investigate
Site survey and data capture: bathymetry, topography and coastal condition assessment across Mauritius.
Model
Numerical wave and hydrodynamic modelling to predict coastal behaviour and erosion risk.
Design
Engineering design of the coastal protection or restoration solution, matched to site conditions.
Permit
EIA and PER permitting support to secure regulatory approval in Mauritius.
Build
On-site deployment and construction of the engineered or nature-based solution.
Monitor
Post-deployment environmental and performance monitoring to verify long-term outcomes.
Specialist Expertise for Real-World Challenges
Beach & Dune Restoration
Sediment analysis, profile design and dune stabilisation to rebuild eroding hotel and residential beaches.
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Erosion Control & Sand Retention Systems
Geotextile sand bags, berm reconstruction, breakwaters and reef structures matched to the site.
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Coastal & Marine Surveys
Multibeam bathymetry, environmental baseline and MetOcean surveys that de-risk every design that follows.
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Coastal Hydrodynamics Modelling
Offshore-to-nearshore wave, current and sediment-transport modelling so designs are right first time.
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EIA & PER Permitting
Baseline studies, impact assessment and authority liaison managed end to end for coastal projects.
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Coral Reef Restoration
Reef health assessment, coral propagation and substrate design for reefs that double as natural breakwaters.
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Environmental Monitoring
Water quality, reef health and beach-profile tracking that proves outcomes and satisfies permit conditions.
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Powered by Science. Guided by Nature.
We combine high-resolution marine data, numerical modelling and nature-based engineering to create measurable, long-term value for coastlines, communities and marine ecosystems.
- High-resolution marine surveys
- State-of-the-art numerical modelling
- Nature-based engineering solutions
- Environmental impact assessment
- Long-term monitoring and adaptive management
Where we work
Mauritius is home base — we also work across the wider south-west Indian Ocean.
Local Knowledge. Global Standards.
Mauritius is our home. The ocean is our expertise. We work at the intersection of science, engineering and the environment to deliver practical, sustainable solutions for a more resilient future.
About Us →- Local MetOcean knowledgeMauritius and Indian Ocean focus
- Nature-based and engineered solutionsmatched to each site
- End-to-end permittingEIA & PER managed from baseline to approval
“The coast is not just where we live, it's what connects us, protects us and inspires our future.”
— OceanVolts
Knowledge for a More Resilient Tomorrow
Frequently asked questions
What does a coastal engineering consultancy do?
A coastal engineering consultancy studies how waves, currents, sediment and storms interact with a shoreline, then designs and permits the interventions that protect it. OceanVolts covers the full sequence: survey, numerical modelling, design, EIA/PER permitting, deployment and long-term environmental monitoring.
Do you work outside Mauritius?
Mauritius is our primary base, and we also work across the wider south-west Indian Ocean, including Seychelles and Réunion. Surveys, modelling and permitting support can be scoped for other Indian Ocean island coastlines on request.
Do I need an EIA for coastal works in Mauritius?
Whether an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or a Preliminary Environmental Report (PER) is required, and at what scale, depends on the project’s type, size and location. The competent authority decides which applies, and OceanVolts confirms the requirement with the authority at project scoping.
How do I start a project with OceanVolts?
Send an enquiry with your site location and a short description of the problem you’re seeing. We’ll scope an initial site assessment or survey as the first step, then sequence modelling, design and permitting from there.
Let's Find the Right Solution.
Tell us about your site, your goals and what you are seeing. We will determine the appropriate survey, assessment or engineering pathway.
- Expert advice
- Tailored solutions
- Real impact