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About us
About Aegaea
We are proudly an independent, small consultancy that has capabilities beyond our size.
We use technology and innovation to bring a new way of working to the industry. Scroll down to get to know a little more about us and meet the team.
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More than half of our work comes from clients who have worked with us before.
55% of the projects we deliver are for returning clients.
projects delivered
4,100+
planning authorities worked with
400+
clients supported
1,200+
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Who we are
Who are Aegaea?
Aegaea is a specialist consultancy providing expert services in Flood Risk, Civils, and Environmental Consulting.
We work with a broad range of clients, from homeowners and private developers to planning consultants, architects, and local authorities, to unlock the development potential of sites.
Operating across England, Scotland and Wales, and internationally, our expertise lies in delivering high quality reports and specialist advice, using our knowledge to guide developments through planning, challenging flood zones, and creating innovative modelling solutions to achieve project approvals.
Why Aegaea
Why choose Aegaea
Delivering integrated flood risk, civils and environmental expertise for innovative planning and sustainable development.
Exclusive leading technology and data
We utilise cutting-edge modelling software, our own specialist flood risk software and the latest environmental data, resulting in the most accurate and reliable project outputs.
Unrivalled knowledge and results
Our deep understanding of complex UK planning policy, regulatory requirements, and local authority nuances translates into an exceptionally high success rate for project approvals and the timely implementation of sustainable solutions.
Working with us
To enhance your projects and business
We’re here to add value to your site, your project, your business. We’re proudly independent and work across the industry with multiple partners to ensure we can bring you the best.
Promoting sustainable futures, relationships, business and places. We want to be your first phone call when you have a problem and the first when you want to celebrate a success (hopefully that we helped with!)
What makes us different
Innovation, technology and partnership
We’re leaders in innovation, proud of our technology, and partners to some of the most creative people in flood, water and environmental consulting.
We’re here to deliver a quality product by being experts who aren’t afraid to embrace new techniques and working methods.
Fully remote
A team based across England, Wales and Scotland
Our consultants live and work across England, Scotland and Wales. That gives us full coverage: local knowledge of planning policy in each nation, and someone near your site when a visit is needed.
Data and technology
Leaders in data and technology
We use leading modelling software, our own specialist flood risk software and the latest environmental data, so you get the best information and faster, more reliable delivery. Every client also gets access to our client portal, so you can see the latest status of your project at any time.
A culture of development
A team focused on being the best consultants
We invest in our people, with chartership and CPD support and senior consultants who share what they know. It means you work with consultants who keep getting better.
Life at AegaeaIn the media
As seen and heard on
- ITV Tonight · 12 February 2026Floods: New Build Nightmares
- ITV London NewsDaniel Cook on surface water flooding at Tower Bridge
- The Guardian · 8 February 2025More than 100,000 homes in England could be built in highest-risk flood zones
- BBC Radio Sussex · 17 January 2023Daniel Cook discusses flooding
Client feedback
What it’s like to work with us
Christopher Cameron-Hann
Daniel Cook
Victoria Walker
James MahoneyFAQs
Common questions about Aegaea
We’re a fully remote team, with consultants based across England, Scotland and Wales.
Yes. We work across England, Scotland and Wales, and on international projects.
Because our team is spread across England, Scotland and Wales, we can get to your site when a visit is needed. Day to day, you have a dedicated consultant to talk to, and our technology keeps your project moving quickly.
Most of our consultants hold degrees in engineering or environmental subjects, many to master’s level. The team includes Chartered Water and Environmental Managers (C.WEM), a Chartered Engineer (CEng), and members of CIWEM, the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation, the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Environmental Sciences. You can see each person’s qualifications on our team page.
Yes. Our quotes are free and with no obligation. Tell us about your project and we’ll let you know what’s needed and what it will cost.
It depends on the site. Lower-risk sites typically take 1–3 weeks, moderately complex sites 2–4 weeks, and complex sites that need modelling 4–8 weeks or longer. Third-party data, such as Environment Agency information, can take up to 20 working days to arrive. Read more about timescales.
Both. We work with homeowners and private developers, planning consultants, architects and local authorities.
Yes. Aegaea is an independent consultancy, so our advice is impartial and focused on what’s right for your site. We also work with trusted partners across the industry, so you get the best people, data and technology on every project.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Call 020 8156 6076 or email enquiries@aegaea.com and we’ll be happy to help.
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