Deltares is an independent institute for applied research in the field of water, subsurface. Throughout the world, we work on smart solutions, innovations and applications for people, environment and society. Our main focus is on deltas, coastal regions and river basins. Managing these densely populated and vulnerable areas is complex, which is why we work closely with governments, businesses, other research institutes and universities at home and abroad. For Deltares the quality of our expertise and advice is foremost. Knowledge is our core business. 
Deltares employs over 800 people and is based in Delft and Utrecht.

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Deltares' headquarters in Delft, Netherlands

Annemieke Nijhof

Han Van Veldhuizen

Jan Aart van Twillert

Bregje van Wesenbeeck

Ulrich Förster

Mirjam Buurmeijer

The Research Team at Deltares conducts cutting-edge applied research in the fields of water and subsurface to develop innovative and sustainable solutions for complex challenges in deltas, coastal regions, and river basins. The team collaborates with governments, businesses, and academic institutions worldwide to advance knowledge and technologies that enhance environmental resilience and societal well-being. Team members specialize in diverse areas such as climate change adaptation, flood and drought risk management, marine and coastal systems, geotechnical engineering, and water quality, contributing to high-quality expertise and advice in managing vulnerable areas.

Research Team

The Software Development Team at Deltares focuses on creating, enhancing, and maintaining software solutions that aid in applied research for water and subsurface management. Working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with various stakeholders, the team ensures that the software tools are robust, innovative, and tailored to meet the complex needs of managing deltas, coastal regions, and river basins. Their goal is to translate scientific research into practical applications that benefit society and the environment.

Software Development Team

The Engineering and Technical Team at Deltares focuses on developing and implementing innovative engineering solutions for water, subsurface, and environmental challenges in deltas, coastal regions, and river basins. This team leverages expertise in high-performance computing, coastal engineering, software architecture, project management, and IT support to provide cutting-edge research, forecasting, and technical services that aid in managing and safeguarding vulnerable areas globally.

Engineering and Technical Team

The Environmental and Water Research team at Deltares focuses on developing innovative solutions and applications for water-related challenges in deltas, coastal regions, and river basins. They conduct multidisciplinary research in areas such as flood risk management, urban water resilience, freshwater ecology, water quality, and geo-engineering. By collaborating with governments, businesses, and academic institutions, they aim to enhance the sustainability and resilience of vulnerable and densely populated areas worldwide.

Environmental and Water Research

The Department Heads at Deltares lead various specialized divisions focused on addressing key challenges in water and subsurface management. They oversee strategic planning, innovation, and execution of projects in their respective areas of expertise, such as climate adaptation, dike technology, hydraulics, flood risk management, and more. Collaborating closely with governments, businesses, and academic institutions, they ensure that Deltares provides high-quality, impactful solutions and knowledge-driven advice.

Department Heads

The Research and Development team at Deltares focuses on pioneering applied research and developing innovative solutions for water, subsurface, and environmental management. By collaborating closely with governments, businesses, and academic institutions, this team addresses complex challenges in deltas, coastal regions, and river basins. Their expertise spans high-performance computing, geotechnical and flood defenses, dike technology, wildfire and resilient infrastructure, environmental chemistry, and disaster risk management, all aimed at enhancing resilience and sustainability in vulnerable and densely populated areas.

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