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Civil EngineeringVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
Zilper Trenchless, now operating as Zilper a Petra Company, is a civil engineering firm based in Norfolk, Virginia, that focuses on trenchless methods for installing or replacing water pipes without surface disruption. Originating as a startup associated with MIT, the company developed a proprietary underground installation technique and has demonstrated a working prototype on an actual project, achieving notable performance. The firm positions itself within the trenchless construction field, targeting projects where minimizing surface disturbance and traffic disruption is important, and it highlights potential efficiencies relative to traditional digging methods. Since its incorporation into Petra in 2022, the organization has been described as merging capabilities to underground infrastructure across varied soil and geological conditions. The company has received several awards in its early years, reflecting recognition for innovation in trenchless technology. Its client base includes potential purchasers and collaborators in the water utility, construction, and related sectors seeking alternative methods for pipe installation and replacement.