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Harnessing the potential of digital data in support of the SDGs in a smart, efficient, and safe way
Tapping into the insights of global technical experts and development practitioners, the newly released Frontier Data Study provides inspiration and instruction on how to engage with the latest opportunities with digital data and emerging technologies.
Joint UK-Kenyan project blends earth observation data with local stakeholder input to support the sustainable supply of sand and aggregates in Kenya
With the global demand for sand increasing, NIRAS is excited to be part of a team to develop a more sustainable system for the management of this important resource.
Strengthening women’s economic empowerment in Asia-Pacific by supporting greater gender equality in the selection of suppliers
NIRAS team begins mapping existing practices, preparing recommendations and developing tools to ensure procurement is more gender-responsive
Marking seven years of success, the gender-responsive budgeting project comes to a close with a big win in Ukraine’s new budget law
Joining an elite few countries that have mainstreamed gender considerations into their national budgets, 35% of Ukraine’s key spending units underscored gender equality in their requests for state budget funds.
History leaves its traces in Greenland – now it’s time to clean up
Empty barrels in large piles, military vehicles, and old airplane wrecks are some of the remnants illustrating the history of remote areas in Greenland. NIRAS has won the assignment to assess and screen eight of the affected locations.
Large infrastructure project to improve Intercity connections in Eastern Norway
NIRAS and Dr.techn.Olav Olsen have been selected to construction joint venture, consisting of Implenia and ACCIONA.
Ten forests will help Denmark’s largest retail group to become climate positive
The supermarket chain Coop with 1,100 Danish stores is working intently to become climate positive. Several afforestation projects will contribute to realise the ambition. NIRAS consults Coop on the international standards that apply to climate compensation.
Boosting Kenyan businesses to spur inclusive growth
In cooperation with the World Bank, the Kenyan Government has initiated a project to strengthen the country’s economy through small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In a joint venture with Intellecap, NIRAS will support select businesses through capacity-building and performance-based funding.
Three years in the running, a green economic growth programme in Indonesia is delivering on its pledge to help scale up environmentally friendly enterprises
The aim of achieving ecologically sustainable and equitable growth is within reach of Papua Provinces as the green economy grows, yielding positive environmental and economic benefits.
A driving force in Burkina Faso’s agri-business trade, female entrepreneurs tap into Danish funds to create jobs and improve livelihoods
Women-owned businesses come out as winners in a private sector development programme focussed on increasing productivity and added value of agricultural incomes
NIRAS in charge of one of the largest coastal protection projects in Denmark
An extensive coastal protection project near the capital region of Denmark will be carried out by NIRAS in cooperation with LYTT Architecture. The project will protect 19,000 citizens along a 6.8 mile coastal line utilising dikes, walls, partitions, canal locks, and mobile solutions.
Improved social protection policies and greater inclusion of vulnerable groups enable opportunities for a higher standard of living in Serbia
Three-year EU programme supported initiatives to raise social welfare standards through innovative instruments.
Ambitious project kickstarts its work to streamline data on education, labour market and social policy across North Macedonia
Transitioning to a more productive economy, the Balkan nation is committed to addressing issues that perpetuate low quality education and persistent youth unemployment.
Simplified procedures net savings of more than €5 million annually in Serbia
Coming to a successful close, a NIRAS-implemented EU project has led to an updated regulatory framework that improves the business environment and facilitates free market competition
When you flush the toilet, they celebrate at the wastewater treatment plant
New Danish legislation says it clearly: Wastewater is increasingly becoming a resource that can be utilised and contribute to the green transition – thanks to new technologies and innovative thinking.
European potential: Waste lid reduces greenhouse gas emissions from old landfills
The household waste recycling centre (HWRC) in Assens, Denmark is located on top of an old landfill, which produces the climate-deteriorating gas methane. A new bio-cover made of composted garden waste transforms the methane into carbon dioxide, which is far less harmful to the climate.
Paving the way for greater uptake of agroforestry farming systems
International practitioners call for greater access to finance, marketing and advisory services, alongside improved technical skills and supportive government policy to reach new markets.
Lots of hip hip hoorays as participants in the NIRAS Young Professionals Academy gather virtually to celebrate graduation
After two years of demanding but rewarding consultancy work in multiple offices around the globe, NYPA graduates take up positions in the organisation with a renewed spirit of collaboration.
New Radisson Red hotel in Denmark
Get an exclusive look into the brand new Radisson Red hotel before it welcomes its first guests in Aarhus, Denmark.
Big boost to efforts promoting expansion in Bolivia’s use of renewables and increased energy efficiency
A significant milestone is reached as key energy market players agree new indicators to measure, report and verify progress as part of the GIZ Renewable Energies Programme - PEERR.
Jens Brandt Bering is appointed Senior Vice President of Utility
Creating space for technical curiosity is important to make employees thrive. This is the opinion of NIRAS’ new Senior Vice President of Utility.
The European Institute of Gender Equality launches its online gender budgeting toolkit
NIRAS experts worked with the Institute to develop an innovative step-by-step guide to assist EU managing authorities in taking gender equality perspectives on board in EU funds programming.
"Let's address the issues together": the EU reassures ASEAN youth of its commitment to the region
In a virtual talk with representatives of youth organisations from across Southeast Asia, the EU Ambassador to the ASEAN expresses solidarity with the region especially in its fight to preserve and promote biodiversity.
Skills development and networking programme open to early-stage startups trying to solve societal problems using technology
Coordinated by the Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme (SAIS 2), Connected Hubs announces that the BOOST UP 2020 startup series is now taking applications.
CEO Carsten Toft Boesen becomes the New Chairman of the Board at Roskilde University, Denmark
Many years of senior management experience from the business world and a great deal of insight into the university sector are among the competencies that the new chairman of the board of Roskilde University will use to strengthen the university's position.
External consultants highly rate experience of working with NIRAS
In the 2020 Expert Satisfaction Survey, NIRAS development cooperation experts provide encouraging feedback and offer insights into improving collaboration.
Acquisition unites market leading consulting team for the waste sector
State, municipalities, and companies can look forward to innovative and interdisciplinary consultancy within waste management.
New carbon-neutral drinks factory in Rotterdam for juice company innocent
The NIRAS owned company Integrated Food Projects has laid the foundations for juice company innocent’s new carbon-neutral drinks factory in Rotterdam.
The dream of effectuating engineering has now come true
In NIRAS, two young engineers have realised their dream to revolutionize engineering. They have achieved this by developing and designing a digital tool, which decreases the amount of manual calculations.
NIRAS delivers satisfactory 2019-result, but Corona is causing uncertainty about the future
2019 was a good year for NIRAS with international growth and a 20 percent progression in the result.
NIRAS contributes to strategic analysis of a fixed link between Elsinore and Helsingborg
NIRAS has been appointed by The Danish Transport, Construction and Housing Authority to make supplementary preliminary investigation of a fixed rail link between Elsinore and Helsingborg.
Information for clients and business partners
We are more focused than ever on delivering our services and assisting our clients during this challenging situation.
NIRAS acquires United Kingdom food and drink specialist Integrated Food Projects
NIRAS has acquired the British company Integrated Food Projects, which provides independent advice to food and drink businesses. The acquisition strengthens NIRAS’ position within the British and international food and beverage sector and enables them to provide a full range of consulting and engineering services to the industry.
From gardener to cannabis producer: New producers of medical cannabis face challenges
The production of medical cannabis in Denmark is growing rapidly. Thanks to our expertise in manufacturing plant design, NIRAS is able to help traditional gardeners redesign their horticultural operations into growing medically approved cannabis.
NIRAS wins KAB framework agreement for new building project
Along with architect firm DOMUS and GHB Landscape Architects, NIRAS has won a framework agreement for a new building project with KAB. With more than 60,000 rental residencies in the Copenhagen area, KAB is the largest administrative housing organisation in Denmark.
Denmark’s secret atomic bunker will become the heart of a new Cold War museum
An underground bunker, located in the middle of Rold Skov in Himmerland, Denmark was a shelter for the Danish Government and Royal Family in the 1960’s, when doomsday seemed to be lurking right around the corner. Now the bunker will be revived as the centre for Denmark’s Cold War museum. NIRAS is consulting on the project.
Janne Aas-Jakobsen resigns as General Manager of NIRAS Norway
After a number of years of profitable gazelle growth, Janne Aas-Jakobsen has chosen to resign as General Manager of NIRAS Norway.
Blixens is The Building of the Year 2019 in Denmark
The new office building in the western part of Aarhus has just won the award for The Building of the Year 2019 in the category, Industry. The building is the first step towards a comprehensive transformation of the district. NIRAS has delivered all engineering disciplines and is very proud of the new title.
Looking for 19 engineers and specialists to create the sustainable mobility of tomorrow
Several new and exciting infrastructure projects open up for career opportunities in both Norway, Sweden and Denmark - are you looking for new challenges, please read on.
NIRAS-managed project gives clean water to 330,000 in South Sudan
In South Sudan, a large water and development project led by NIRAS advisors has achieved remarkable results and great acknowledgement despite being interrupted by civil war. One of the main reasons for this success has been a sense of local ownership and close dialogue with the involved communities.
NIRAS wins contract for development of Tanga port and national port masterplan for Tanzania
NIRAS has signed a contract for study and design of a new oil terminal and expansion of Tanzania’s second largest port in Tanga. The agreement includes a masterplan for the strategic development of the ports of Tanzania during the next 25 years.
Radon inside your home: Now is the best time to test for the invisible enemy in your basement
In Denmark, the municipalities are responsible for the indoor climate in public buildings. In relation hereto, NIRAS executed a large radon inspection for one of the Danish municipalities last year.
Large infrastructure projects to improve rail efficiency on the InterCity line between Drammen and Kobbervikdalen in Norway
The time spent on travelling will be reduced and the frequency of train departures will increase for one and a half million Norwegians when Bane NOR, the state-owned company responsible for Norwegian railway infrastructure, expands the railway system in south-eastern Norway. Together with Dr. Techn. Olav Olsen, a structural engineering and marine technology consultancy, NIRAS has been appointed adviser on two major turnkey projects for the construction of a double-track railway line between Drammen and Kobbervikdalen.
Sustainable Development Goals contribute to the development of Greenlandic municipality
NIRAS assists Avannaata Kommunia with incorporating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in their policy plan for 2020. An exciting challenge in a country, where you can feel and observe climate change everywhere.
New features in NIRAS’ benchmarking of the global beer and beverage industry
NIRAS Brewing Benchmark Club will introduce new features to its performance evaluation tools. With a focus on flexibility and sustainability, members of the benchmark club will be able to explore data freely and to make comparisons across regions and plant sizes.
One step closer to sustainable aviation fuel
The aviation fuel of the future might very well be green. This is the conclusion of a report that NIRAS has contributed to. By combining biogas, CO2 and hydrogen in an innovative manner, we are not far from creating sustainable aviation fuel. And a plane ticket will not exceed the price level of 2013.
NIRAS helps Carlsberg to halve its water usage at brewery in Fredericia
NIRAS is an integral part of a water saving project that will enable Carlsberg Brewery in Fredericia, Denmark, to recycle 90% of all process water and halve its overall water usage. The brewery will be the most water efficient production plant in the Carlsberg Group.
UV-light tells the tale of contamination on Søndre Harbour in Køge
A measuring probe drilled 11 meters into the ground gives a hitherto unseen precise image of contamination and residual chemicals in the ground. This is beneficial to Køge Kyst, as new attractive residences are scheduled to be built on that very ground.
New harbour project in The Maldives creates growth opportunities
The Maldivian government is planning to establish a new harbour nearby its capital, Malé. NIRAS has been appointed as the consultant on the project, which will replace the existing harbour and create opportunities for further growth in the area.
NIRAS is consultant for two unprecedented wind farms
HOFOR, the water utility company of the greater Copenhagen area, is planning on building two new wind farms in the Øresund, so the the city of Copenhagen can fulfill its goal of becoming a CO2-neutral capital in 2025. NIRAS was chosen as consultant and is to assess the environmental impact of the wind farms.
A rock solid discovery in Hundborg, Denmark
Something big is hidden close to the small village of Hundborg, located in the Northern part of Denmark. In a field a little outside the village, which counts approximately 600 inhabitants, lies what might very well be Denmark’s sixth biggest rock weighing a whopping 170 tons.
Playing cards inspire to digital development in the construction
The classic playing cards with car-cards got its counterpart in 22 Technology Cards. The new set of cards is developed by PhD student Katrine Ernstsen, and indicates how new technologies can affect and develop the construction area.
Optical light discovers contaminated soil
NIRAS just completed a successful inspection of contamination in Kungsbacka in Sweden with a completely new technology that both exposes the contamination in the soil and saves the client for countless expensive soil sample analyses.
Danes can now grow sustainable kitchen gardens at sea
Sea-kitchen gardens seem to be catching on everywhere along the Danish coasts. The project Havhøst propagates the idea of sea-based kitchen gardens, where private citizens or communities can grow mussels, oysters and seaweed, using sustainable methods.
Reducing water losses in Malaysia
Danish water specialists will help Malaysia increase its security of water supply and reduce high water losses.
Top-level executive through 19 years turns 60
In his 19 years as CEO of NIRAS, Carsten Toft Boesen has seen the business grow from 509 to 2,355 employees. On Saturday 27 April 2019, he turns 60.
Major commercial partnership gives boost to Danish district heating
Backed by a grant of DKK 25 million from Innovation Fund Denmark, 16 players aim to revolutionise the district heating sector. NIRAS is heading up the project, which aims to extract valuable knowledge from the sector’s data.
Growth and investments in internationalisation, sustainability and integration characterize NIRAS' accounts for 2018
In 2018, NIRAS achieved a 20 percent increase in profits and solid international growth. Continued significant focus on sustainable solutions is to contribute to future growth.
Business and academia team up to host water management summer school
In a joint effort with Aarhus University and other stakeholders, NIRAS will share knowledge about sustainable water management, waste water, and water distribution with international students and professionals.
NIRAS acquires SE Rådgivning
As of 1 February 2019, NIRAS bolsters its consultancy services within energy optimisation and reduction in the process industry by acquiring the activities and staff of SE Rådgivning.
Competence and experience result in a major framework agreement on bridges in Norway
A newly signed framework agreement for the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, Region South, has strengthened NIRAS’ role as a significant player in the infrastructure market in Norway. The goal of becoming a recognized Scandinavian consultant for infrastructure has therefore moved closer.
Digital innovative thinking finds faults and saves time in the development of Copenhagen Airport
During the extensive expansion of Copenhagen Airport, a combination of 3D models and digital rules ensures compliance in relation to fire protection, electrical installations, drainage, heat and ventilation regulations. This reduced time spent fault finding, thereby freeing up resources to optimize the project.
NIRAS programmes produce two winners at Slush
The Safe Motherhood Alliance and AgriPredict, both from Zambia, have been chosen as winners of the Slush Global Impact Accelerator.
NIRAS offers its services to make South Korea’s offshore wind goals come true
South Korea’s ambitious plan of being powered 20% by renewable energy sources by 2030 includes 13 GW of offshore wind. NIRAS’ expertise can benefit South Korea in its transition.
Oslo water supply goes online to reduce high water loss
A new and state-of-the-art online model of Oslo’s water supply will help reduce a high level of leakage and resolve a serious water challenge, which is threatening the Norwegian capital’s future supply of drinking water.
DTU and NIRAS enter into strategic cooperation agreement
DTU enters into a strategic partnership with consulting engineering company NIRAS which focuses on food and manufacturing engineering, infrastructure, and transport.
Improve your business while contributing to the sustainable development of the industry
Join NIRAS' Brewing Benchmark Club that was founded on our more than 35 years of experience as engineering consultants for the brewing industry. The free-of-charge benchmark initiative intends to provide you with a performance evaluation of the global beer and beverage industry every second year.
Report highlights NIRAS’s work contributing to the realisation of the SDGs
Together with five other consultancies, NIRAS is showcased in the Danish Association of Consulting Engineers’ recent communication, "Engineering a Better and Sustainable World".
Increased demands see NIRAS Taiwan move into a new office to accommodate an expanding team
As one of the first engineering and environmental consultancies applying itself to offshore wind development in Taiwan, NIRAS reiterates its commitment to help unleash the island’s wind potential with a stronger local presence.
Building on core combined strengths – NIRAS Development Consulting and LTS merge
On the basis of mutual success, shared values, and a common vision of building a better, more equal and stable world, LTS International Ltd and NIRAS Development Consulting have merged.
Project kicks off to increase access to and awareness of nutritious food in Lao PDR
In the fight against stunting and wasting and their root cause – malnutrition – the newly launched four-year Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture Programme will play a key role.
Be inspired by NIRAS’ highly experienced Beer and Beverage specialists at BrauBeviale 2018, Nuremberg
Come and visit NIRAS’ stand (Hall 7 7-650) at BrauBeviale between the November 13th and 15th 2018 and Let’s talk future brewery design, engineering and consultancy.
NIRAS-led consortium wins NRM technical assistance contract in Zimbabwe
Promoting sustainable and climate resilient management of natural resources, the NIRAS–HessenForst Consortium launches work in Zimbabwe.
Renowned humanitarian Mrs Graça Machel receives global accolade for humanitarian work
Encouraging everyone to dig deep and unleash the potential of the changemaker within, Josina Machel, daughter of celebrated Mozambican Graça Machel, accepted the NIRAS-sponsored World Prize for outstanding contributions in the field of integrated development.
NIRAS advises how Finland can help address the global learning crisis
NIRAS Finland issues its MFA-commissioned report - Stepping up Finland's Global Role in Education - on possible ways in which Finnish resources and knowledge can be used to address challenges to education.
Danish experience with soil pollution makes a difference in a growing Swedish market
NIRAS has for many years been working with soil contamination in Denmark. Now, we turn to Sweden, where the market for investigations and cleanup of soil pollution is on the rise.
New analysis methods reveal un-explored PFAS-chemicals in the soil
Two new analysis methods has been developed to reveal un-explored PFAS-chemicals in the soil in a unique co-operation between NIRAS, Örebro University and the laboratory Eurofins.
Strategy pays off: New, Norwegian railway contracts signed
With freshly signed contracts on two framework agreements and a large railway project, all for Bane NOR in Norway, NIRAS has become a significant player in the Norwegian infrastructure market. The goal of becoming a recognized Scandinavian consultant within the field of railways is therefore well on its way to becoming a reality.
Comprehensive extension of salmon processing factory in Norway
On June 12, Marine Harvest’s expansion of its salmon processing factory, Ryfisk, in Norway, was officially opened. NIRAS has designed the factory extension that has significantly increased production capacity of the factory.
NIRAS Architects wins the Stockholm Building of the Year 2018 award
The winner of the architectural competition Stockholm Building of the Year 2018 is the school of Långbrodal, designed by NIRAS Architects.
HOFOR starts large-scale tunnel projects in Copenhagen with NIRAS as consultant
Two new 'highways for rainwater' will be drilled in the Copenhagen underground. Denmark's largest utility company, HOFOR, has hired an international team of consultants with NIRAS in the lead to solve the complicated cloudburst projects.
NIRAS continues growth strategy and expands with investment in Southeast Asia
Through investment in the Thai company SMC Consulting Engineers, NIRAS strengthens its presence within the Ports and Maritime sector in Southeast Asia. At the same time, the strategic partnership opens the door for other areas of expertise in NIRAS.
The Långbrodal School nominated by the Stockholm Building of the Year award
The new school of Långbrodal has a modern design with sustainable materials chosen to withstand the test of time, while embracing the existing building’s style of national romanticism from 1915.
Renowned Humanitarian Mrs Graça Machel Awarded World Prize for Integrated Development
Panel of respected international development experts select celebrated former First Lady to Mozambique and South Africa to receive NIRAS-sponsored accolade.
Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme
In just ten months, the Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme has piloted collaboration between innovation hubs in Namibia and Botswana and boosted five young enterprises all the way to the global start-up event Slush in Finland.
NIRAS increases academic dialogue between Denmark and MENA-countries
NIRAS has successfully finalised project supporting academic cooperation and dialogue between Denmark and the Middle East and North Africa region.
NIRAS to continue management of the Danish Peace and Stabilisation Response
When Danish experts go abroad to observe elections and handle crisis situations, NIRAS will watch over them and manage their stay.
NIRAS presents excellent results following successful merger
Following a successful merger and several strategic acquisitions, NIRAS’ revenue has increased by 44 percent. The company has laid the foundation for further growth and increased earnings through long-term investments in developing new knowledge as well as helping customers realize the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
NIRAS completes project on protection of marine environment in Turkey
NIRAS Poland successfully completed 2-year project aimed at achieving Good Environmental Status in Turkey’s marine environment in alignment with the EU.
Condense decision making and build common understanding with NIRAS suite of simulation tools
At Speakers Corner at the upcoming Anuga FoodTec 2018, you can experience how NIRAS’ suite of simulation tools allows you to mirror your existing or future design virtually.
NIRAS international trainee program accepting new applications
NIRAS Young Professional Academy will be further expanded this June with new participants representing both development consulting profiles and profiles representing other sectors of NIRAS.
NIRAS is supporting Gender Responsive Budgeting in Ukraine
Celebrating the International Women’s Day, we are introducing one of our projects building more gender equal world.
Be inspired by NIRAS' Food & Beverage experts at Anuga FoodTec 2018
Come and visit NIRAS’ stand at the Anuga FoodTec on March 20-23 2018 and let’s talk about optimising your business and increasing your profits. Or experience first-hand the new realities of 3D Virtual Reality Design in the Food and Beverage Industry.
Safeguarding the future of Paper Island
NIRAS is involved in efforts to maintain and develop the popular yet down-at-heel island. Work is already under way for NIRAS' consultants, both on land and in the water.
TAIEF shares EU environmental policy experience with partner countries
For four years TAIEF has supported 82 events around the world, assisting the EU in promoting Europe’s global leadership in environmental policy.
Study to help transition sugar firm employees to independent farmers
EU in cooperation with NIRAS determines the best operational model for transitioning redundant GUYSUCO employees into independent, sustainable farmers.
Multiple benefits reported from Tana Beles watershed project in Ethiopia
The project site for the Tana Beles watershed project in Ethiopia has become a regional role model, as the project has brought along with it multiple benefits for all community members including poor and rich, young and old, workers and unemployed, as well as disabled people.
NIRAS acquires Hydracon Sweden AB
NIRAS strengthens its position within project management and grows within the Stockholm Mälar region.
Consulting engineers help Norwegian hospitals keep track of thousands of product numbers
Danish key competencies in goods logistics and distribution at hospitals now benefit the Norwegians.
Simulating typhoons can lead to a less conservative design of offshore foundations
When investing in or developing offshore wind, de-risking is one of the main areas to focus on in order to avoid future failure due to wave and wind forces, without being overly conservative.
Job creation in Mali in the political spotlight
The future of Africa depends on job creation for a historically high number of young people in order to prevent migration to Europe.
NIRAS accelerates its growth ambitions with acquisition in the Netherlands
With the acquisition of the Dutch company VMEngineering, we have strengthened our process consultancy in Northern Europe considerably and consolidated our position as the leading advisor to the Food & Beverage industry.
NIRAS’ project on Gender Budgeting in Ukraine presented as best practice at the IMF Gender Equality conference
Since 2013, NIRAS has worked on a project to introduce gender budgeting with the aim to increase gender equality through policies and budgets in Ukraine. This project was presented by Country Director Catharina Schmitz at the Peer Learning Conference on Gender Equality in Kigali in order to share knowledge and inspire other African countries.
Park your car in an underground bookshelf
In 2018 it will be possible to park your car in Denmark’s most innovative fully automatic underground car park within a stone’s throw from Copenhagen town hall square.
New digital media house will strengthen independent journalism in Ukraine
The focus is on news broadcasting and independent journalism, when NIRAS, in cooperation with Deutsche Welle Academy and BBC Media Action, are preparing to establish a new, modern and digital media house for the Ukrainian public service television station UA:PBC.
Norwegian breakthrough: Start-up on technical master plan for stabling tracks in the Kongsvinger area
NIRAS won the first Norwegian assignment on the new framework agreement for railway consultancy, a master plan for stabling tracks in the Kongsvinger area for BaneNOR.
French offshore wind turbine project: NIRAS adviser on future dismantling
Even before the first of 124 wind turbines off the west coast of France has been set up, a detailed plan has been set for how they will be taken down again at the end of the wind farm’s operation.
NIRAS moderates high-level side event at COP 23
Building MRV systems in Africa — how NIRAS is working with countries to develop technical capacity for implementation of the Paris Agreement.
They listen to the water pipes in Klampenborg
Two leaks were quickly found when a water distribution network north of Copenhagen had installed smart, new listening device. The utility company Novafos is part of the LEAKman partnership that combines knowledge and technology from nine market-leading players.
NIRAS obtains architecture services from acquisition
The acquisition of Swedish Aperto Architects results in new services and strengthens NIRAS’ competences within contractor consulting services.
Sharing of good practices on marine planning and management is key to preserving our oceans
While overfishing and marine pollution are putting the world’s oceans at risk, new business opportunities are emerging in maritime industries. New report assists EU countries on sustainable use of our oceans by identifying good practices in the marine planning process.
NIRAS stays in the Norwegian passing lane with substantial framework agreement
With three large framework agreements for the Norwegian railroad infrastructure authority, Bane NOR, NIRAS continues the upwards trajectory in the Norwegian market.
Protecting millions of lives in Myanmar from climate disasters through weather systems integration
The Ayeyarwady Integrated River Basin Management (AIRBM) Project, funded by the World Bank, seeks to improve the livelihoods of millions of poor people who are susceptible to water-related disasters in Myanmar. NIRAS is leading the way on integrating and modernizing the region’s complex meteorology and hydrology observation systems.
Affordable and sufficient energy to the people of Bolivia
Bolivia faces great challenges in providing sufficient energy at affordable prices to its population. IP Consult – Part of the NIRAS Group - will support the implementation of a new energy efficiency programme as well as foster training and education in the country.
NIRAS strengthens its presence in Taiwan
Taiwan is one of the world’s most promising countries in terms of offshore wind energy. NIRAS has opened a new office to facilitate access to a multi billion USD market undergoing rapid development.
Nepali government approves Biomass Energy Strategy (BEST)
Biomass energy is the most important source of energy in Nepal. While the country still possesses large biomass resources, the level of its use has been unsustainable.
ALECTIA and NIRAS are merging
The merger will create a new major player in the consulting engineering industry. With over 2,000 employees globally, the merged company is ready for continued growth – especially abroad.
Shortcut to international experience
International cooperation is important to NIRAS. In the Young SEEN-program aspiring leaders from corporations of four different countries meet to discuss subjects such as networking and 3D-development. The program will finish up in Paris this summer, with Steven Kaa Holdgaard as one of the participants.