Maritime Research and Consultation Center  Alexandria

MRCC Dean

Prof. Alaa Mahmoud Morsy 

Professional Profile

Prof. Alaa M. Morsy is an accomplished academic, engineering consultant, and institutional leader with extensive experience in structural engineering, applied research, higher education, and professional consultancy. His expertise spans structural analysis and design, reinforced concrete and metallic structures, advanced composite materials, structural rehabilitation and strengthening, and the application of finite element modelling techniques.

Throughout his academic and professional career, Prof. Morsy has combined scientific research with practical engineering applications, contributing to major infrastructure and development projects in Egypt and the wider region. His professional experience includes structural consultancy for maritime ports, rehabilitation of quay walls, port infrastructure assessment, engineering design, and the supervision of complex construction and rehabilitation projects.

He currently serves as Dean of the Maritime Research and Consultation Center (MRCC), operating under the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT), where he contributes to advancing the Center's research, consultancy, and development activities. He has also held several senior academic and administrative positions within AASTMT, including Dean of the Port Training Institute and Head of the Construction and Building Engineering Department.

With a strong commitment to research excellence, technological innovation, and knowledge transfer, Prof. Morsy continues to support the development of engineering practices and maritime infrastructure through multidisciplinary research, professional consultancy, and strategic institutional leadership.

Academic Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt, 2009.
  • M.Sc. in Structural Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt, 2005.
  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt, 2000, with Very Good with Honors.

Academic and Leadership Positions

Prof. Morsy has held several academic and leadership positions throughout his career at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, including:

  • Dean, Maritime Research and Consultation Center (MRCC).
  • Dean, Port Training Institute (PTI).
  • Professor of Structural Engineering, College of Engineering and Technology, AASTMT.
  • Head of Construction and Building Engineering Department, AASTMT (2019–2022).
  • Vice Dean, Port Training Institute (2015–2022).
  • Head of Research and Development Department, Port Training Institute.
  • Head of Marketing Department, Port Training Institute.
  • Education and Training Manager, Port Training Institute.
  • Associate Professor, Construction and Building Engineering Department.
  • Assistant Professor, Construction and Building Engineering Department.
  • Assistant Lecturer and Teaching Assistant, AASTMT.

Areas of Expertise

His professional and research expertise covers a broad range of engineering disciplines, particularly:

  • Structural Analysis and Design of Reinforced Concrete and Metallic Structures.
  • Structural Rehabilitation, Repair, and Strengthening.
  • Application of Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (FRP) in Structural Strengthening.
  • Finite Element Modelling and Structural Simulation.
  • Structural Performance under Fire and Elevated Temperatures.
  • Concrete Technology, Testing, and Material Durability.
  • Advanced Construction Materials and Self-Compacting Concrete.
  • Engineering Consultancy and Project Supervision.
  • Port Infrastructure Assessment and Structural Rehabilitation.
  • Engineering Project Management and Technical Supervision.

Maritime and Infrastructure Consultancy Experience

Prof. Morsy has contributed to several significant engineering and infrastructure projects, with particular involvement in the development, assessment, and rehabilitation of maritime port facilities.

His consultancy experience includes:

  • Structural assessment and design consultancy for maritime port infrastructure.
  • Rehabilitation and strengthening of quay walls at Damietta Port.
  • Structural analysis of the Multipurpose Terminal at Damietta Port.
  • Redevelopment of Berths No. 55–62 at Alexandria Port.
  • Structural assessment of Container Quay Wall No. 100 at El-Dekheila Port.
  • Participation in the Egyptian Commercial Ports Master Plan 2030.
  • Technical investigations and condition assessment of Egyptian ports, including Alexandria, El-Dekheila, El-Adabiya, and Suez.
  • Rehabilitation and strengthening of reinforced concrete structures using advanced FRP systems.
  • Engineering design and supervision of industrial, commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects.

He has also contributed to consultancy assignments involving the Egyptian Ministry of Transport, Alexandria Port Authority, Damietta Port, and other public and private sector entities.

Research and Academic Contributions

Prof. Morsy has an extensive academic background in teaching, scientific research, and postgraduate supervision. His teaching experience encompasses more than 50 undergraduate courses and specialized professional training programs in structural engineering and construction.

His academic activities include:

  • Teaching undergraduate courses in reinforced concrete structures, structural analysis, structural dynamics, construction materials, foundations, and material testing.
  • Delivering specialized training programs for civil engineers in structural repair, strengthening techniques, and concrete durability in marine environments.
  • Conducting professional seminars on advanced structural rehabilitation technologies.
  • Supervising undergraduate graduation projects and postgraduate research.
  • Contributing to academic program development, quality assurance, and international accreditation activities.

His research interests focus particularly on the structural performance of reinforced concrete elements, the application of advanced composite materials, and innovative approaches to structural rehabilitation and strengthening.

Selected Scientific Publications

Prof. Morsy has authored and co-authored numerous scientific publications presented at international conferences and published in specialized engineering journals.

Selected publications include

  1. Behavior of Axially Loaded Columns Strengthened with Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers.
  2. Analytical Model for Axially Loaded Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Columns Confined by Fiber Reinforced Polymer Jackets.
  3. Structural Performance of Reinforced Concrete Columns Confined by CFRP under Elevated Temperatures.
  4. Thermal Endurance of Insulated Reinforced Concrete Columns Strengthened with CFRP.
  5. A Comparative Study for Shear Strengthening Techniques of Reinforced Concrete Beams Using FRP.
  6. Bonding Techniques for Flexural Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Beams Using CFRP Laminates.
  7. Flexural Repair and Strengthening of Pre-Damaged Reinforced Concrete Beams Using Embedded CFRP Rods.
  8. Mechanical Characteristics of GGBFS/FA-Based Geopolymer Concrete and Its Environmental Impact.
  9. Predicting Mechanical Properties of Engineering Cementitious Composites Reinforced with PVA Using Artificial Neural Networks.
  10. Behavior of Reinforced Concrete Beams with Different Openings Schemes and Strengthening Methods.

International Conferences and Professional Engagement

Prof. Morsy has actively participated in international engineering and maritime conferences, workshops, and professional forums, both as a keynote speaker and as an organizing committee member.

His international participation includes:

  • Keynote Speaker, International Conference on Concrete Solutions, Dresden, Germany, 2011.
  • Keynote Speaker and Session Chair, International Conference on Structural Faults and Repair, Edinburgh, Scotland, 2012.
  • Keynote Speaker, IAPH Africa-Europe Regional Meeting, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2013.
  • Participation in the Third Annual River Transport International Forum, Aswan, Egypt, 2014.
  • Keynote Speaker, Arabic Maritime Forum, Jordan, 2015.
  • Participation in international conferences on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composites and structural engineering.

He has also contributed to the organization of several editions of the International Conference on Maritime Transport and Logistics (MARLOG), addressing topics related to smart ports, sustainable development, and the advancement of the maritime and logistics industries.

Professional Memberships and Institutional Contributions

Throughout his career, Prof. Morsy has contributed to academic quality assurance, professional engineering development, and institutional advancement.

His professional engagements include:

  • Member of the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE).
  • Member of the Egyptian Society of Engineers.
  • Member of international scientific journal peer-review committees.
  • Participation in ABET and NAQAAE accreditation committees.
  • Contributions to academic strategic planning and quality management systems.
  • Consultant Engineer in Reinforced Concrete Structures Design.

Languages

  • Arabic: Native.
  • English: Fluent.
  • French: Good.

Professional Commitment

Prof. Morsy is committed to promoting scientific research, engineering innovation, and the application of advanced technologies in the development of infrastructure and maritime transport facilities. Through his academic leadership and extensive consultancy experience, he seeks to strengthen collaboration between research institutions, industry stakeholders, and governmental entities, contributing to sustainable development and the advancement of the maritime transport and logistics sectors.