Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Marine Terminal Engineering Services Since 1974
Founded in 1974, Lanier & Associates has established itself as a premier engineering firm specializing in marine terminal solutions. Our expertise spans marine facility planning, civil/structural design, mechanical and electrical engineering, and comprehensive construction management services. With a team of over 100 professionals, we deliver integrated, multi-disciplined engineering solutions tailored to the unique needs of industrial clients. Our corporate philosophy prioritizes long-term staff retention, ensuring clients benefit from consistent technical expertise and institutional knowledge. We maintain a strong focus on technical excellence, client collaboration, and regulatory compliance across all projects.Our 50-year track record demonstrates our commitment to accountability, continuity, and relationship-driven service delivery. Headquartered in New Orleans, we serve clients throughout the Gulf Coast and beyond with offices in Texas and Louisiana. Our engineers have completed hundreds of marine projects handling diverse cargoes and vessel types. We combine advanced 3D modeling capabilities with traditional engineering principles to optimize project outcomes. Our construction management team provides continuous oversight from conceptual design to operational readiness. This enduring approach has earned us recognition as a trusted partner in marine engineering for over half a century.
Services
Marine Facility Planning
Civil/Structural Engineering
Mechanical Design
Electrical Engineering
Construction Management
Surveying Services
Permitting Assistance
Instrumentation & Controls
Vapor Control Systems
Port Facility Design
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of specialized marine engineering experience
- Our integrated multidisciplinary approach ensures cohesive project execution
- We maintain long-term engineering staff with deep institutional knowledge
- Our client-centric philosophy prioritizes accountability and continuity
- We serve Gulf Coast and national clients from multiple strategic locations
Services
Marine Facility Planning
Our marine facility planning service develops comprehensive terminal solutions for liquid and bulk cargo operations. We analyze site layouts, equipment requirements, and regulatory considerations to optimize facility efficiency. With 50 years of experience, we guide clients through permitting processes and deliver integrated designs that balance operational needs with environmental compliance.
Civil/Structural Engineering
We provide specialized civil and structural engineering for marine environments, including dock platforms, bulkheads, and retaining structures. Our team performs geotechnical analysis and 3D modeling to ensure structural integrity. We integrate rail and road design with marine infrastructure to create durable, code-compliant solutions for challenging waterfront conditions.
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical design group specializes in liquid and bulk material handling systems. We develop process flow diagrams, piping systems, and material conveyance solutions tailored to marine terminals. With over 100 combined years of experience, we deliver efficient designs for ship loading systems, pumping equipment, and dust control systems that maximize operational efficiency.
Electrical Engineering
We design industrial electrical systems for marine facilities, including power distribution and hazardous location lighting. Our engineers perform arc flash studies and develop control systems for dock operations. We specialize in marine lighting, emergency power solutions, and integration of electrical infrastructure with terminal automation requirements.
Construction Management
Our construction management team provides continuous project oversight from design through commissioning. We offer cost estimation, scheduling, and quality control services for marine construction projects. With experienced onsite managers, we ensure adherence to specifications while optimizing project timelines and budget efficiency for complex terminal developments.
Questions
What marine engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in marine terminal planning, structural design, mechanical systems, electrical engineering, and construction management for liquid and bulk cargo facilities.
How long has your company been in business?
Lanier & Associates has provided engineering services since 1974, with over 50 years of specialized marine industry experience.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Gulf Coast clients with offices in Louisiana and Texas, while also undertaking national and international marine engineering projects.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
Our long-term engineering staff retention model ensures consistent expertise and institutional knowledge continuity across all client projects.
Do you handle regulatory permitting for marine projects?
Yes, we provide comprehensive permitting assistance including federal, state, and local regulatory compliance for marine facility developments.
