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MSDS Marine is a specialist marine heritage consultancy and service provider providing archaeological and cultural heritage services to offshore development projects throughout the UK and internationally. We support clients across the full project lifecycle, from early planning and environmental assessment through to construction and offshore operations.

We are recognised for our expertise in marine archaeology, submerged cultural heritage, marine geophysical data interpretation, archaeological risk assessment, submerged landscape assessment and heritage management for offshore infrastructure projects. Our team has extensive experience supporting offshore wind, subsea cable, interconnector and energy developments, helping clients identify, understand and manage marine cultural heritage constraints in a practical and proportionate way.

MSDS Marine combines consultancy, environmental assessment, heritage management, geophysical interpretation and archaeological investigation to provide robust, defensible and commercially focused solutions. Our team supports the identification, assessment and management of marine cultural heritage throughout project development, helping clients navigate consenting requirements, manage risk and deliver responsible offshore development.

MSDS Marine actively seeks opportunities to collaborate with offshore wind developers, environmental consultancies, Indigenous organisations, archaeological practices, survey contractors and research institutions. We believe successful offshore and marine renewable energy development depends upon strong partnerships and the integration of specialist marine heritage expertise within wider project teams.

As a CIfA Registered Organisation operating under ISO-certified quality and health and safety management systems, MSDS Marine is committed to the highest professional standards and has developed a strong reputation for technical excellence, reliability and responsive project delivery.