policy

Deltares' strategy aims to achieve an optimal balance between research & development and specialised consultancy work. In this way all aspects related to the full knowledge cycle can be covered: from innovative research to practical applications to the formulation of research requirements, and so on.
programming

The R&D programme is based on external as well as internal considerations. Market developments are monitored and demands for new research or products identified. Representatives from the Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management participate special workshops to discuss the task- oriented research segment of this ministry's financial contribution.

Scientific developments are identified through contacts with universities and technological institutes. Implications for the Annual Research Programme are discussed with the Scientific Advisory Board, which is composed of members from universities, industry and government.
scientific advisory board
prof K. d'Angremond M.Sc
Professor Emeritus of Hydraulic Engineering, Delft University of Technology

prof dr J.A. Battjes

Professor Emeritus ofof Fluid Mechanics, Delft University of Technology
Dr. B.H.A.A. van den Brule
Shell Technology Applications and research
prof dr F.H.L.R. Clemens
Professor of Waste Water collection and Urban Drainage, Delft University of Technology
A. van der Hoek M.Sc.
Former member of the Directorate of Rijkswaterstaat (Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Wter Management)

A. van der Horst M.Sc.(chairman)

Professor of Implementation of Civil Engineering Works, Delft University of Technolgy
Director, Delta Marine Consultants

J.M.J. Leenen M.Sc.

Director STOWA, Foundation of Applied Research on Water Management

prof H. Ligteringen M.Sc

Professor of Ports and Waterways, Delft University of Technology
Member of Board of Management, Royal Haskoning
Member of ONRI

J.W.C. Remmerswaal

Directorate Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture and Science