Environmental Characterisation (ENCH)

Environmental Characterisation (ENCH)

Maritime operations succeed or fail based on how well the environment is understood. IMT’s Environmental Characterisation capability provides the science behind naval readiness, combining oceanography, hydrography, and rapid environmental assessments. By mapping and predicting conditions in the maritime battle space, we supply naval and commercial partners with the knowledge required to plan confidently and operate with precision.

This domain studies how currents, tides, seabed composition, and other oceanographic factors influence the performance of systems and sensors. The data collected is used to optimise vessel deployment, improve detection ranges, and support tactical decision-making. The result is a clearer operational picture that reduces risk and strengthens mission outcomes.