Featured Projects
Complex ecosystems
Ala Wai Canal flood mitigation
In the event of a 100-year flood, the Ala Wai Canal could flood Mānoa and Waikīkī and cause $1.4 billion in damages. Oceanit was brought on to not only design a solution, but work with local communities to lessen the project's impact on residents.
Airports
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Oceanit is a critical partner of the Hawai’i Department of Transportation (HDOT), working to modernize and enhance the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport by addressing many of the challenges that threaten efficiency and global standing. With established offices at HNL, Oceanit has undertaken a wide range of projects developed to improve the airport’s overall functionality, safety, and sustainability.
Complex ecosystems
3D-Printed coral nurseries
Oceanit is collaborating on a multi-year coral reef nursery project to develop 3D-printed coral nurseries off Oahu’s iconic Waikīkī Beach. Supported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), REEFrame aims to create sustainable, modular nursery units that can grow corals for transplantation and habitat restoration or the creation of new reefs.
How we work
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Listen & assess
We begin by understanding local challenges, from flooding and climate risk to infrastructure gaps and cultural considerations.
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Engineer for resilience
We design adaptive, sustainable solutions using multidisciplinary engineering, data, and nature-based strategies.
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Collaborate & partner
We partner with Hawaiʻi communities, government, and industry to implement projects that strengthen local resilience and quality of life.
Engineering Portfolio
Kahana Bay Erosion Mitigation EIS
A community-driven approach to preventing coastal erosion on Maui.
Ala Wai Canal Flooding Mitigation
Taking input from the community to prevent a centrally located canal from flooding.
iBeach for Monitoring Coastal Erosion
Using AI to monitor the world’s beaches for coastal erosion.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport Water Infiltration
Abating groundwater flooding under Hawaiʻi’s biggest airport.
Mantokuji Temple and Bay Preservation
Oceanit intervened when a cultural heritage site was in danger of eroding away.
REEFrame 3D Printed Coral Reefs
Restoring coral reefs with modular, 3D-printed coral nurseries.
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Headquarters
Oceanit is located in the heart of downtown Honolulu on the historic Fort Street Mall.