Every floating infrastructure project begins long before the first pontoon hits the water.

Whether it's a floating jetty, solar plant, modular barge, or riverfront tourism platform — the success of the project depends on meticulous pre-installation planning. Without proper groundwork, projects risk cost overruns, delays, compliance issues, or even structural failure.

In this blog, we’ve compiled a pre-installation checklist that covers everything from surveys and data collection to approvals and environmental considerations. At AIPL, this checklist forms the backbone of every project we execute.

✅ 1. Site Survey & Reconnaissance

Before design even begins, the project team must understand the physical and environmental conditions of the site.

Key Elements:

• Waterbody type: River, lake, reservoir, backwater, or coastal?
  
• Tidal data (if applicable)
  
• Shoreline accessibility
  
• Nearby infrastructure (jetties, ports, buildings)
  

Purpose:

• Determines the technical feasibility
  
• Helps define mooring layout and access planning
  
• Flags potential risks like high flow zones or sedimentation
  

🌊 2. Bathymetric & Topographic Data Collection

A bathymetric survey maps the underwater terrain, while a topographic survey maps the land interface.

Why It Matters:

• Understands depth profiles, slopes, and underwater obstructions
  
• Identifies anchoring feasibility and mooring point options
  
• Required for designing floating layouts with appropriate draft and clearance
  

What’s Collected:

• Depth contours
  
• Sediment type (sand, clay, rock)
  
• Water flow rate
  
• Nearby obstacles (submerged structures, debris)
  

📐 3. Load & Structural Calculations

Floating platforms may seem “light,” but they often carry people, equipment, utilities, or even vehicles. Knowing these loads is essential for safety.

Checklist:

• Live load estimates (people, utilities, temporary structures)
  
• Dead load (structure weight, accessories)
  
• Wave, wind, and current impact simulations
  
• Safety factor assessments
  

Output:

• Selection of modular units, pontoons, or beams
  
• Structural reinforcement if needed
  
• Appropriate mooring type and anchor points
  

📝 4. Regulatory Approvals & Permits

Every floating installation must align with central and state regulations. AIPL works closely with authorities to ensure full compliance.

Common Approvals:

• Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
  
• Irrigation & Water Resource Departments
  
• Tourism or Urban Development Authorities
  
• Environmental clearances (if required)
  

🌱 5. Environmental & Ecological Assessments

Floating infrastructure is seen as a sustainable alternative — but every project must still consider its environmental footprint.

Key Aspects:

• Aquatic biodiversity at the site
  
• Water quality impact
  
• Seasonal water level changes
  
• Sediment transport and erosion risks
  
• Noise or visual impact (especially in tourism or sensitive zones)
  

When Needed:

For large-scale, high-traffic, or government-funded projects, a formal Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) may be mandated.

🧰 6. Utility & Service Planning (Optional but Recommended)

If the floating structure includes lighting, communication, or O&M systems, plan the service lines in advance.

Planning Points:

• Underwater cabling or solar power usage
  
• Freshwater or drainage requirements
  
• Fire safety and emergency response planning
  

🛠️ 7. Execution Planning & Material Logistics

Before work begins, the logistics team must evaluate:

• Material transport feasibility (especially to remote sites)
  
• On-site vs. off-site fabrication
  
• Manpower accommodation (if it’s a large build)
  
• Weather window for installation
  

At AIPL, this is where our modular and pre-fabricated floating systems simplify execution.

Conclusion

Planning is the foundation of performance — and in floating infrastructure, skipping even one step can cost more than just money.

With experience across water pumping, energy, construction, shipping, events, and tourism sectors, AIPL ensures that every project begins with a solid, compliant, and data-driven pre-installation process.

📌 Want a site-specific checklist for your project?
Connect with our team for a customized project feasibility and pre-planning guide.

FAQs

Q1. What is Acquafront Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. (AIPL), and what does the company
specialize?

Ans: Acquafront Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. (AIPL) is a pioneering company specializing in the
design, manufacturing, and installation of advanced floating infrastructure systems for
maritime and inland waterways. Since 2018, AIPL has been delivering IP-driven and
sustainable turnkey solutions tailored for sectors such as water supply, renewable energy,
tourism, dredging, defence, and transportation.

Q2. What types of floating structures does AIPL offer?

Ans: AIPL offers four major types of modular floats tailored for diverse industrial
applications:

• MS Modular Barges
• Steel Integrated Floating Jetty (SIFJ)
• GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) Floating Beams
• HDPE Cubes

Q3. Where are your corporate office and manufacturing facilities located?

Corporate Office:
3rd Floor, Tower-C, Office No. C-320, I-THUM, Plot No. A-40, Sector-62, Noida, Gautam
Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh – 201301

Q4. Are your designs compliant with Indian standards or certified by third-party
institutions?

Ans: Yes, all our designs adhere to applicable Indian Standards such as IR-Class, IS 800, IS
456, IS 875, etc. Additionally, we support third-party design vetting through agencies like IR
Class, IITs, and Naval consultants as required

Q5. Who are some of your key clients and past projects?

Ans: AIPL has delivered floating infrastructure solutions for prestigious clients such as:

• GAIL
• MECON
• OIL India
• VPRPL
• ADHPL
• OMPL
• SPICEJET
• PHED Odisha & Rajasthan
• Goa Shipyard Limited

About the Author

Mr. Ankit Patel, Director & CEO

• Industrial expertise in Business Development, Operations, Finance & Administration, and Product development.
• Navkriti Medal issued by the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi.
• National Meritorious Innovation Award 2018 by NRDC (A DST Enterprise) presented during the Innovate India conference 2019 at EDII, Ahmedabad.
• Recognised for groundbreaking innovation with patent no. 485553 in the Marine Industry