Ground Investigation Services – Drilling, Testing and Consultancy

With over 80 years of experience, we deliver high-quality ground investigation services supported by expert field operations, UKAS-accredited analytical testing, and reliable technical support. Our services help clients reduce ground-related uncertainty and risk while enhancing efficiency.

Whether you're planning a new development or managing existing assets, trust our ground investigation team to provide the reliable data and technical support you need to confidently navigate complex geoenvironmental and geotechnical challenges, make informed decisions and drive your project to success.

Our services

Drilling

Logging & Sampling

Field Testing

Cone Penetration Testing

Monitoring

Laboratories

Ground Investigation Specialists

Bioremediation Field Application

Pressuremeter Testing

GI Historical Reports

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Glaslyn, Eryri - Cable Uprating Investigation

In August 2023, we were commissioned to undertake a comprehensive Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Ground Investigation to provide data at trenchless crossing locations as part of National Grid’s proposal to replace the existing overhead lines at Glaslyn with underground buried power lines. The purpose of the project was to remove the negative visual impact of the existing overhead power cable infrastructure over a 6km linear route and enhance the landscape at Eryri National Park.

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SOCOTEC's Ground Investigation Team Continues to Foster Future Geoscientists at the University of Portsmouth

Our Ground Investigation (GI) team continues to support the next generation of geoscience professionals through its enduring partnership with the School of Environment, Geography, and Geosciences at the University of Portsmouth.

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Our ground investigation (GI) team builds on over 80 years of experience, evolving from our legacy as Soil Mechanics. Over the years, we've continuously innovated and expanded our expertise across a wide range of specialisms. Our teams work together to meet the specific needs of each project, ensuring our engineers receive the necessary training and skills to deliver high-quality work.

We adhere to all relevant industry standards in ground investigation. Many members of our GI team actively participate in industry working groups, including the AGS, BDA, and the Geological Society. Their involvement helps shape and update industry guidance and standards, reinforcing our commitment to being industry leaders.

We are committed to ensuring that the information we deliver to clients is of the highest quality. Our site teams digitally capture field data using bespoke OpenGround Data Collector profiles, which streamlines the flow of information from site to client. This enhances data accuracy, completeness, and quality, enabling clients to make informed decisions quickly and efficiently.

Ground Investigation

Our Approach

We provide everything from BDA-accredited drilling teams and specialised field testing to expert logging, site supervision, and advanced monitoring. All of this is supported by our accredited in-house laboratories, specialising in geoenvironmental, geotechnical, and materials analysis, ensuring you receive precise, reliable results from start to finish.