The 25th International Conference on Coastal Engineering in 1996 presented over 370 papers focusing on various aspects of coastal engineering. The papers covered topics like coastal waves, storm surges, coastal structures, sediment transport, and environmental issues. The conference included both theoretical discussions and practical case studies of completed engineering projects. The goal was to provide civil engineers and related professionals with a wide range of information on coastal engineering, including the effects of wind, waves, storms, currents, sedimentation, erosion, and beach nourishment.