International Conference on Coastal Engineering
Galveston Island Convention Center at The San Luis Resort
5600 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX
United States
We're proud to sponsor the 39th International Conference on Coastal Engineering (ICCE), which brings together researchers and practitioners from around the world to address coastal challenges, inspire the next generation of coastal scientists and engineers and foster collaboration across the coastal industry.
Connect with our technical experts at our booth May 18 and 19 and learn about our latest work by attending the technical and poster presentations below.
Technical Sessions
Session 1A: Monday, May 18, 10:30 a.m.
Evaluating Coastal Vulnerability in Northeastern Florida and the St. Johns River
Presenter: Madison Heppe
Co-Author: Angela Schedel
Session 6E: Tuesday, May 19, 1:30 p.m.
Design Methodology for Hybrid (Green-Gray) Infrastructure to Mitigate Coastal Hazards
Presenter: Maggie Libby
Session 9D: Wednesday, May 20, 10:40 a.m.
McFaddin Beach Restoration: Texas’ Biggest Beach Nourishment
Presenter: Philip Blackmar
Session 16D: Friday, May 22, 1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Coastal Evolution and Storm Modeling for Rail Stabilization
Presenter: Yashar Rafati
Co-Authors: Shannon McCarty, Madison Heppe, Ronny McPherson, Angela Schedel
Poster Presentations
Monday, May 18, 5-6:30 p.m. | Tuesday, May 19, 5-6:30 p.m.
Innovative Construction Methods for Shoreline Protection in Cook Inlet, Alaska
Presenters: KC Kent and Ronny McPherson
Wave Runup, Overwash and Freeboard Analysis
Presenter: Uriah Gravois
Ocean Inflow System for Enhanced Water Quality in the Northern Indian River Lagoon, Florida
Presenter: Ben Komita
COPRI Town Hall
Tuesday, May 19, 6-7:30 p.m.
Presenter: Erin Rooney
Houston Ship Channel and Port Houston Boat Tour
Wednesday, May 20, 12:30-6:30 p.m.
(Ticket Required)
Co-Organizer: Cameron Perry
ICCE 2026 Gala
Thursday, May 21, 7-10 p.m.
(Ticket Required)
Outstanding Early Career Professional in Coastal Engineering Awardee: Philip Blackmar
Special thanks to our representatives on the ICCE Planning Committee and COPRI Board — Cameron Perry, Erin Rooney and Ben Komita.
