Magryn is proud to announce a new research collaboration with Flinders University, funded under Round 5 of the Australian Government’s National Industry PhD Program.
Magryn + Flinders University | National Industry PhD Program
Magryn is proud to announce a new research collaboration with Flinders University, funded under Round 5 of the Australian Government’s National Industry PhD Program.
The project - Hybrid Coastal Protection: Integrating Nature-Based and Hard Engineered Structures for Climate-Resilient Shorelines - will explore scalable, practical alternatives to traditional seawalls by combining nature-based solutions (like dunes and vegetation) with hard infrastructure (such as seawalls and revetments).
With sea level rise and storm intensity increasing under climate change, many councils are facing mounting challenges to protect infrastructure and public assets along their coasts.
This project aims to offer better tools, research, and decision-making frameworks to support long-term resilience.
Why It Matters
A smarter approach to coastal protection
Moving beyond a “one-size-fits-all” model to flexible, hybrid solutions.
Locally relevant outcomes
The project is tailored to South Australian conditions, but designed with broader applicability to coastal councils across Australia.
Bridging research & practice
By partnering with Flinders University, we ensure that new knowledge is translated into real-world application.
Our Role
We at Magryn is proud to bring decades of experience in coastal, structural, and forensic engineering to the table.
This collaboration combines technical expertise with environmental insight, aiming to shape tools and knowledge that councils can trust.
Work Under the Guidance of a Global Leader
The PhD project will be supervised by Professor Patrick Hesp, one of the world’s foremost experts in dune and coastal systems, through Flinders University’s College of Science & Engineering. His leadership ensures world-class academic guidance with a strong industry connection.
We’re excited to contribute to Australia’s national knowledge base and support coastal managers with better, science-backed tools for adaptation.
Need Support with Coastal Projects?
Magryn works with councils, state agencies, and private clients across South Australia and beyond.
We provide coastal hazard assessments, adaptation planning, and engineering design that supports resilience.
