Integrated Monitoring and Inspection for Tunnel Construction
At Sixense, we deliver advanced monitoring and inspection solutions that protect people, infrastructure and reputations during complex tunnel construction projects.
With more than 25 years of experience (including our legacy as Soldata) we specialise in risk mitigation for urban tunnelling environments where third-party assets, live transport corridors and sensitive structures must be safeguarded.
Managing Risk in Urban Underground Works
Tunnel construction demands continuous control of geotechnical, structural and environmental risks. Whether using TBM, NATM or cut-and-cover methods, contractors and asset owners require accurate, real-time data to:
- Protect adjacent buildings and utilities
- Control ground movements and settlement
- Monitor vibration and environmental impacts
- Reduce claims and contractual disputes
- Maintain regulatory compliance
We integrate data from a wide range of sensors into a single, centralised platform — transforming raw measurements into actionable insights for site teams and decision-makers.
Capabilities & Flagship Solutions
From manual instrumentation to fully automated, large-scale monitoring systems, we design, install and operate comprehensive solutions tailored to your project risk profile.
Our capabilities include:
- Geotechnical and structural instrumentation
- Automated total station and displacement monitoring
- Satellite-based deformation monitoring using InSAR
- Environmental monitoring (noise, vibration, air quality)
- Real-time data acquisition, alerting and dashboard reporting
- Monitoring information management software (MIMS) – Beyond Monitoring
- Digital inspection and Geophysics
- Tunnel face mapping – Pika
Our proprietary technologies — including CYCLOPS and Atlas InSAR — enable wide-area surveillance and early detection of ground movement beyond the immediate construction footprint.
By combining field expertise with digital innovation, we provide a fully integrated monitoring and inspection ecosystem that enhances safety, improves decision-making and reduces project risk.