By 2050, the world population will have increased from six billion to nine billion. A majority of the world population will live in coastal metropolitan areas, for example Shanghai or Rio de Janeiro – cities that often lie in delta areas, where rivers drain into the sea.Many of the earth's deltas are under threat, with climate change causing the sea level to rise and weather patterns to change. Van Oord has the expertise, experienced professionals, and state-of-the-art equipment to provide the necessary coastal protection. | 
