Aluminum Engineering and Manufacturing MAADI Group — Aluminum Bridge and Dock Specialists

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MAADI Group is an independent aluminum engineering and manufacturing partner specialized in custom-engineered aluminum bridges, floating docks, gangways and marina systems for demanding environments. As a vertically integrated dock-building company and aluminum bridge manufacturer, we design, fabricate, install and inspect every structure under one roof, with engineering credentials and code-compliant designs that meet international standards.

We collaborate from concept to installation on projects across North America, the Caribbean and beyond.

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About MAADI Group

Founded in 2005, MAADI Group operates from two production facilities totalling 44,000 sq ft in Mascouche and Mirabel, Quebec. Our work is led by in-house Professional Engineers and Naval Architects (P.Eng./PE) who specialize exclusively in aluminum, supported by CWB-certified welders and IWE-credentialed welding engineers. Quality is governed by an ISO 9001:2015 system, and our team holds 7 patents (6 of them protecting the MakeABridge® weld-free aluminum platform that powers our bridge kits, gangway kits and tactical bridges).

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We work as an engineering and manufacturing partner, not a supplier. Our P.Eng. team engages during early-stage design, evaluating whether aluminum is the right answer technically, economically and operationally, then delivers structurally optimized, code-compliant designs aligned with CSA S6, AASHTO, ISO 7061 and BS MA 78. Active participation in INALCO, NATO NIAG and the Aluminum cluster keeps our engineering on the leading edge.

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Our Solutions

Aluminum Docks

Our aluminum docks and waterfront systems are engineered for resorts, marinas, port authorities, yacht clubs and commercial developers who need installation that lasts decades, not seasons. Hurricane-resistant where required, code-compliant by default, and designed to withstand wave action, ice loads, high winds and continuous saltwater exposure with minimal lifecycle maintenance.

  • Aluminum floating and fixed docks for marinas, resorts and yacht clubs
  • Custom turnkey aluminum marina systems for commercial and private developments
  • Aluminum marine gangways for ports, harbors and ferry terminals
  • Floating wave attenuators for high-energy coastlines
  • Aluminum ferry landings for cruise terminals and public ferry operations
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Aluminum Floating Docks

High-performance aluminum floating docks engineered with marine-grade alloys, structurally optimized for wave action, ice loads and demanding marine environments. Each floating dock is custom-engineered to site conditions, mooring requirements and vessel loads, with a vertically integrated design-build process from concept to installation. Lightweight, corrosion-resistant and built for long-term performance, our aluminum floating docks reduce lifecycle maintenance costs across decades of continuous waterfront exposure.

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Aluminum Marinas

Custom turnkey marinas designed and manufactured for resorts, yacht clubs, port authorities and commercial developers worldwide. Our custom aluminum marina systems integrate floating docks, gangways, wave attenuators and ferry access into a single engineered solution, optimized for vessel mix, basin layout and exposure conditions. Hurricane-resistant configurations are available for Caribbean, Florida and Gulf Coast projects, with structural designs engineered to keep marinas operational through the toughest storm seasons.

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Aluminum Gangways

Marine gangways engineered for cruise terminals, port authorities, public ferries, yacht clubs and shipyards. Our aluminum marine gangways are ADA-compliant, designed and built to ISO 7061 and BS MA 78 standards, with custom spans and load capacities tailored to each site. Lightweight, corrosion-resistant and prefabricated for fast installation, every gangway integrates with floating dock systems, fixed shore structures or vessel boarding configurations.

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Aluminum Wave Attenuators

Floating wave attenuators engineered to dissipate wave energy and protect vessels, coastlines and marina infrastructure from open-water exposure. Our aluminum floating wave attenuators combine structural aluminum with engineered ballast and mooring systems to handle high wave action without compromising the surrounding environment. Custom-engineered for site conditions, our wave attenuators extend the protected footprint of any marina while preserving water flow and ecological balance.

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Aluminum Ferry Landings

Engineered ferry landings designed and installed for cruise terminals, public ferry operators and port authorities. Our aluminum ferry landings handle continuous passenger transit, vessel impact loads and tidal fluctuation while meeting marine safety requirements and ADA accessibility standards. Lightweight aluminum construction reduces installation time, maintenance costs and structural footprint, with custom configurations sized to vessel class and passenger flow.

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Our Solutions

Aluminum Bridges

Our aluminum bridges are engineered to AASHTO and CSA S6 standards for trails, parks, transit corridors, infrastructure renovation and emergency deployment. From custom architectural footbridges to modular bridge kits and tactical military bridges, every aluminum bridge we design is structurally optimized, lightweight, corrosion-resistant and built for long service life with minimal lifecycle maintenance. Whether the project calls for a permanent pedestrian crossing or a rapidly deployable tactical bridge, our P.Eng. team engineers it from concept through installation.

Custom Aluminum Pedestrian Bridges

Award-winning custom aluminum pedestrian bridges engineered to AASHTO and CSA S6 standards, with seven distinctive style families (St. Lawrence™, Glacier™, Banff™ and others). Each pedestrian bridge is custom-designed and manufactured for parks, trails, urban infrastructure and transit projects, with finishes ranging from clear-anodized aluminum to powder-coated colors and hardwood decking options. Lightweight, corrosion-resistant and prefabricated, our aluminum bridges install fast and last for decades.

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Aluminum Bridge Kits

MakeABridge® aluminum bridge kits deliver pre-engineered, weld-free aluminum bridges for trails, parks, golf courses and remote sites. Built around a patented system (6 of our 7 patents protect the MakeABridge® platform), each kit assembles with hand tools, no heavy machinery and no on-site welding. Modular, lightweight and shipped flat-packed in a container, the system enables rapid installation in environmentally sensitive or infrastructure-constrained locations.

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Aluminum Bridge Decking

Aluminum bridge decking engineered for accelerated bridge construction (ABC), bridge rehabilitation, military infrastructure, and heavy-duty industrial applications. GuarDeck® is the first Canadian-manufactured aluminum bridge deck system rated for 15-ton vehicle loads, featuring an innovative groove-and-tongue connection system that eliminates the need for fusion welding, preserving full structural integrity and long-term fatigue performance. Designed for superior corrosion resistance, lightweight installation, and decades of continuous service in harsh environments, GuarDeck® delivers a high-performance solution for modern bridge replacement and infrastructure renewal projects. Lightweight aluminum decking reduces dead load on existing structures, accelerates installation timelines, and extends bridge service life with minimal maintenance.

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Aluminum Tactical & Emergency Bridges

LVTB® modular and lightweight tactical bridges engineered for military, emergency response and infrastructure crisis scenarios. Our aluminum tactical and emergency bridges ship in a container, deploy in roughly four hours with hand tools, and require no heavy machinery or on-site welding. Award-winning designs developed with NATO NIAG advisory input, built to handle light vehicle loads across uneven terrain, water crossings and disrupted infrastructure.

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Our Method

How We Work

Every custom dock, marina system and bridge project follows a structured, engineering-driven process designed to optimize performance, safety and long-term durability. Our vertically integrated approach keeps engineering, design, fabrication and installation under one roof, eliminating the cost overruns and quality gaps that come with multi-vendor project delivery.

  • Project Inquiry & Quotation

    You share key project information, including location, intended use, schedule, product type and any available drawings, photos or site data.

  • Engineering Review & Feasibility

    Our engineers review site-specific conditions including loads, wind and wave forces, buoyancy, mooring, environmental exposure and applicable design codes to confirm feasibility and establish design parameters.

  • Design & Planning

    We develop 2D and 3D models, dock sizing, marina layouts and detailed engineering drawings, ensuring every system is structurally optimized and code-compliant.

  • Fabrication in Canada

    All structures are manufactured in-house in Mascouche, Quebec, under ISO 9001:2015 quality controls, certified welding procedures and full engineering oversight.

  • Delivery, Installation & Inspection

    Completed systems ship ready for assembly, installed by certified teams or under MAADI Group supervision, with final engineering inspection.

From the first quotation to final inspection, every project is owned by our in-house team.

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Worldwide

Global Reach

MAADI Group delivers aluminum bridge and dock projects worldwide, with active work across North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia. Our team partners with engineering firms, resorts, marinas, port authorities and governments wherever the project is, with current focus markets including Florida, the Bahamas, the Cayman Islands, Puerto Rico, Dubai, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Oman.

Wherever the waterfront, we engineer the structure for it.

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  • Bahamas Briland Club Marina

    A hurricane-resistant aluminum marina built for a private yacht club in the Bahamas.

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  • Florida Old Port Cove Marina

    An upscale aluminum marina in Florida designed to accommodate vessels from small craft to luxury mega yachts.

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  • Philippines — Offshore Shell Philippines Exploration B.V. (SPEX)

    MAADI Group supplied a custom-engineered aluminum truss bridge for Shell’s Malampaya offshore gas project in the Philippines, designed to withstand extreme marine and offshore operating conditions. The lightweight, corrosion-resistant bridge was approved following Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and supports critical infrastructure for one of the country’s most important energy production facilities.

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  • Caribbean — Luxury Resort Overwater Cabanas

    Engineered and manufactured custom overwater floating cabanas for a luxury Caribbean resort destination, combining premium architectural aesthetics with high-performance aluminum marine infrastructure. Designed for long-term durability in harsh saltwater environments, the floating cabana platforms deliver a unique luxury waterfront experience with low-maintenance, corrosion-resistant construction.

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  • Canada — Port of Montreal Aluminum pedestrian skywalk

    Aluminum pedestrian skywalk for the Port of Montreal as part of a $78 million infrastructure restoration.

  • Canada — Port of Quebec Custom aluminum gangways

    Custom aluminum gangways for the Port of Quebec, engineered for international cruise ship operations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose MAADI Group?

MAADI Group is a specialized aluminum engineering and manufacturing partner, not a dock supplier or welding shop. Our solutions are led by in-house Professional Engineers and Naval Architects (P.Eng./PE) who specialize exclusively in aluminum, with CWB-certified welding, IWE credentials and ISO 9001:2015 quality controls. With proven leadership since 2005, 8 patents and active participation in INALCO, NATO NIAG and AAC, we deliver engineered aluminum infrastructure built to perform for decades.

What types of aluminum structures do you design and build?

We design and manufacture custom aluminum floating docks, complete marina systems, gangways, wave attenuators and ferry landings for marine and waterfront applications. On the bridge side, we deliver custom pedestrian bridges, MakeABridge® bridge kits, aluminum bridge decking (GuarDeck®) and tactical and emergency bridges (LVTB®). We also design and fabricate aluminum stairs, work platforms and specialty engineered assemblies tailored to project-specific requirements.

What geographical areas do you serve?

We support projects across North America and internationally from our Quebec manufacturing facilities. Active markets include Canada, the United States, the Caribbean (including the Bahamas), Latin America and select Asian markets. Our aluminum structures ship by flatbed trailer or container, supporting growth markets in Florida, the Gulf Coast and the Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman).

What is the process for starting a custom dock or bridge project?

The process begins with a request for quotation that includes location, intended use, schedule, product type and any available drawings or site data. Our engineering team then reviews site conditions and design codes, develops 2D and 3D models with detailed drawings, and fabricates the structure in-house under ISO 9001:2015 controls. Final delivery and installation are handled by certified teams or under MAADI Group supervision, with full engineering inspection.

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