Comparative analysis of SEAform floating modular platform system and land reclamation In-fill and Hydraulic-fill techniques.

The scarcity of space in coastal towns due to rising sea levels and limited land availability in rapidly growing coastal communities has prompted the practice of land reclamation. The SEAform project aims to create settlements that are seamlessly integrated with the maritime environment using a system of modular floating platforms. This thesis seeks to evaluate and compare the SEAform technology solution with the current methods used in Land Reclamation (Infill and Hydraulic Fill land reclamation) to help decision-makers select the most appropriate option for their specific project needs. This thesis intends to evaluate and compare the costs, marine environmental impact, and contribution to global warming of floating platforms and Land Reclamation Infill and Hydraulic fill methods to identify the most efficient approach for land reclamation projects. Calculating the KPI values can be complex, especially when taking into account the land reclamation methods of InFill and Hydraulic Fill. The thesis includes simplifications in calculations and uses both bottom-up and top-down methods to estimate KPIs. The thesis ultimately contrasts the outcomes obtained to give decision-makers a thorough understanding of the pros and cons of each technology within given boundary restrictions