Sixense in Africa: advanced technologies for large-scale projects

Sixense supports construction, energy, and infrastructure stakeholders in the successful delivery of their projects across the African continent.
Thanks to our innovative monitoring solutions, recognized technical expertise, and strong local presence, we help secure and optimize even the most complex structures, from design to operation.

Discover four flagship projects showcasing our expertise

Cocody Bridge – Ivory Coast

The Alassane Ouattara Bridge, the country’s first cable-stayed bridge, was inaugurated in 2023 in Abidjan. In 2025, our teams carried out high-precision load testing, including leveling and vibration measurements on the stay cables. More than 50 configurations were tested, with measurement accuracy down to a tenth of a millimeter. All operations were conducted at night to ensure safety and maintain traffic flow.

M’Dez dam – Morocco

As part of Morocco’s national program to strengthen hydraulic infrastructure, Sixense deployed a comprehensive instrumentation system for real-time monitoring of internal deformations and pressures.

• 690 meters of fiber optic cable for automatic leak detection
• Deployment of hydraulic sensors, extensometers, and crack meters
• Centralized data management via Beyond Monitoring, our monitoring software platform
• A water injection system for calibration

This setup ensures automated, reliable, and secure dam operation.

Cairo Metro – Egypt

On Line 3 of the Cairo Metro, Sixense was tasked with monitoring sensitive areas, particularly where the new line intersects with Line 2.
Our teams implemented a complete monitoring system for tracks, tunnels, and surrounding buildings, including:

• Cyclops, our automated optical monitoring solution
• Real-time data access via Geoscope, our monitoring data platform
• A preventive settlement detection system with automatic alerts

This solution helped secure construction activities in a dense and complex urban environment.

Geophysical exploration – Morocco

For a major energy sector client, Sixense conducted a subsurface exploration campaign using our Sissterra method, combined with gravimetry.
This passive, non-invasive, and silent technique offers:

• Mapping of deep geological structures using ambient noise and gravity variations
• Fast deployment, ideal for urban settings
• Anomaly detection confirmed through borehole inspections

This innovative approach enables early identification of geotechnical risks while minimizing environmental impact.

Why choose Sixense for your projects in Africa?

• A local presence in several African countries
• Proven technological solutions adapted to complex environments
• Recognized expertise in instrumentation, monitoring, and data management
• The ability to intervene at every stage of the project, from design to operation

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