Diplomate in Coastal Engineering

In June 2010, during an induction ceremony in Shanghai, Dr Van der Meer was granted the status of Diplomate in Coastal Engineering by ACOPNE, the Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers from the USA. This specialty certification is a voluntary, post-licensure credential that provides recognition of advanced expertise in a technical specialty, superior experience, strong ethics, and a commitment to life-long learning and continuing professional development.