Marine civil engineering in Singapore

Built for demanding marine environments

Shore protection, dredging, reclamation support and specialist marine works delivered with practical planning, experienced teams and technology-led control.

Specialised marine construction services


Halex Construction Pte. Ltd. supports main contractors, developers and project teams with shore protection, dredging, reclamation-related works and marine civil engineering services in Singapore.

Our approach combines experienced site teams, purpose-selected construction plant, survey control and practical work methods developed around the drawings, site conditions, marine access and programme.


Singapore contractor

Different plant capacities

Dredging capability

When projects require


Halex service capabilities

Each scope below is reviewed against the project specifications, existing and required levels, quantities, material requirements, access constraints, tides, environmental controls and required completion programme.



Coastal Protection and Rip Rap Stone Works

Halex constructs and reinstates shoreline protection systems for reclaimed coastlines, waterfront developments, drain outfalls and other exposed marine edges. Rock layers are placed to the approved line, level, slope and thickness.

Typical scope

  • Slope and seabed preparation
  • Geotextile sewing and installation
  • Core, filter, underlayer and armour rock placement
  • Rip rap, toe protection and stone pitching


Caisson Rock Filter and Scour Protection Systems

We install graded rock filter and scour-protection systems around caissons, quay structures and marine assets. The work sequence is coordinated with structural installation and seabed conditions to reduce erosion caused by waves, currents and vessel activity.

Typical scope

  • Seabed and formation preparation
  • Filter rock and graded transition layers
  • Controlled placement beside marine structures
  • Trimming, inspection and survey verification


Sand Capping and Sand Pumping

A combination of construction machinery and pumping systems can be used to transfer, spread and trim sand for reclamation and marine civil engineering works. The method is selected around access, material properties, production requirements and final levels.

Typical scope

  • Sand transfer and pumping support
  • Capping and controlled placement
  • Spreading and formation trimming
  • Progress level and quantity coordination


Dredging and Underwater Excavation

Halex undertakes mechanical dredging and controlled underwater excavation for reclamation, shoreline reinstatement and waterfront construction. Our capability extends to depths of up to -28mCD, subject to the project, ground conditions and selected equipment.

Typical scope

  • Bulk and controlled underwater excavation
  • Removal of unsuitable material and sand keys
  • Seabed trimming and formation preparation
  • Pre-work, progress and completion survey control


Retaining Structure Works

We support the construction and reinstatement of seawalls, wharves, piers and related retaining structures at marine and land interfaces. Activities are planned around the permanent structure, formation requirements and adjoining work fronts.

Typical scope

  • Excavation and foundation preparation
  • Granular and rock backfilling
  • Drainage and filter layers
  • Formation finishing and reinstatement


Marine and Land Interface Works

Halex carries out civil engineering activities where marine operations meet land-based construction. Plant, access and work sequences are coordinated across tidal zones, temporary platforms and active waterfront areas.

Typical scope

  • Foreshore and tidal-zone works
  • Temporary access and working formations
  • Marine plant and land plant coordination
  • Reinstatement of affected shorelines


Sand Stevedoring and Discharging Services

We handle and discharge sand and reclamation materials from vessels and barges. Plant and manpower are arranged around vessel configuration, marine access, production targets and the required material destination.

Typical scope

  • Vessel and barge unloading support
  • Material transfer and stockpile management
  • Sand discharging and pumping coordination
  • Spreading, trimming and work-front logistics


Rubble Wall and Gabion Installation

Rubble walls, stone pitching, gabion baskets and gabion mattresses provide robust erosion control for drains, slopes, shorelines and landscape interfaces. Installation follows the specified stone grading, basket arrangement and finished profile.

Typical scope

  • Formation and filter-layer preparation
  • Gabion basket assembly and lacing
  • Selected stone packing and finishing
  • Gabion mattress and pitched-wall installation


Excavation and Earthworks

Our earthworks capability covers bulk excavation, loading, haulage, grading and formation works for civil and marine-interface projects. Operations account for haul routes, material suitability, final levels and interaction with other contractors.

Typical scope

  • Bulk excavation and cut-and-fill operations
  • Loading, haulage and material movement
  • Formation trimming and backfilling
  • Material reuse or disposal coordination


Construction Machinery Rental

Subject to availability and project requirements, Halex provides construction plant suited to marine and civil engineering operations. Equipment is selected according to reach, capacity, attachment, access and working environment.

Typical scope

  • Excavators with different capacities and attachments
  • Long-reach excavator configurations up to 21m
  • Articulated dump trucks
  • Bulldozers and supporting earthmoving plant


Excavator 3D Grade Control Systems

Our 3D machine-guidance capability gives excavator operators live design levels, existing elevations, profiles and plan views. It supports controlled excavation and filling on land, on barges and below the waterline.

Typical scope

  • RTK GPS and digital design guidance
  • Underwater level and profile reference
  • Reduced over-excavation and repeated checks
  • Clearer production and quality-control information


Silt Curtains and Marine Floaters

Silt curtains are floating barriers used to control the migration of water-borne sediment during marine construction. Curtain depth, permeability and anchoring arrangements depend on water depth, currents, exposure and the approved environmental-control plan.

Typical scope

  • Delivery, joining and deployment
  • Anchor and marine-floater installation
  • Inspection, maintenance and repositioning
  • Removal following completion of the controlled activity

How we support marine construction delivery


Review the work front

Location, access, tides, seabed and interface constraints.

Plan the method

Plant, sequence, materials, surveys and environmental controls.

Coordinate delivery

Experienced teams working with project and marine stakeholders.

Verify completion

Inspection, survey information and quality-control records.

Frequently asked questions

These answers provide an initial guide. Final capability and methodology depend on the project information and site conditions.

Contact the Halex team

What information should I provide for a service enquiry?
Please provide the project location, drawings, existing survey information, required levels or profiles, estimated quantities, material specifications, access constraints and required programme where available.
What dredging depth can Halex support?
Halex has mechanical dredging and underwater excavation capability at depths of up to -30mCD. Suitability must be confirmed against the material, access, water depth, production requirement and selected equipment.
Does Halex undertake both marine and land-based work?
Yes. Our services include marine works, shoreline and tidal-zone construction, earthworks and activities at marine-land interfaces. The exact scope is reviewed for each project.
Can machinery and grade-control systems be provided?
Construction plant and excavator 3D grade-control capability may be provided subject to equipment availability, project duration, working conditions and technical requirements.

Discuss your marine construction requirements

Send us the project location, drawings, quantities and programme so our team can review the scope.