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Port of Gothenburg: Permit granted for deeper fairway
The Land and Environmental Court has now granted a permit for deepening and widening the fairway in the Port of Gothenburg, strengthening the quay and the disposal of dredge spoil in a designated location at sea. An application for dispensation regarding the disposal of contaminated material at sea
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Massport announces completion of major Boston Port improvements
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) has announced the completion of critical infrastructure investments as part of a nearly $850 million plan to upgrade the Port of Boston. The multi-year investment, made possible by the State, Federal and local partners support, is already paying dividends,
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WEDA Fall 2022 conference starting soon
Two weeks from now, Western Dredging Association (WEDA) will organize their next Eastern Chapter Meeting in Albany, NY. As disclosed, the 2022 WEDA Eastern Chapter Meeting will take place in-person at the Hilton in the Capital District of downtown Albany from Tuesday, October 18, 2022, through Thurs
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North Wirral coastal defence program wraps up
More than 1,250 homes and businesses close to the north Wirral coast will enjoy greater protection from the risk of flooding after works to strengthen the sea embankment were successfully completed this summer. These properties in Leasowe, Moreton and Meols will be better protected for at least the
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GLDD nabs Irvington dredging contract
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company (GLDD) from Houston, Texas, has won a $12,195,000 firm-fixed-price contract for a dredging scheme in Alabama. Bids were solicited via the internet with five received, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) said in its latest announcement. Work will be performed in Irv
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Ada Hayden dredging begins
A contractor will be starting the Ada Hayden Heritage Park Wetland Dredging Project on Friday, September 30, the City of Ames said. The project includes removing approximately 3,800 cubic yards of soil and sediment from one of the wetland cells located on the west side of the park that has reached c
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Wasa Dredging ready for Tunadal job
At the end of January 2022, it became clear that SCA will receive the environmental permits required for the land building operations in connection to a new container port in Tunadal, just outside of Sundsvall. Making the new land is a key factor in the project as it creates more surface for increas
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Craig Harbor design nears completion
Last week, Brig. Gen. Kirk E. Gibbs, Pacific Ocean Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commander; and Col. Damon Delarosa, Alaska District commander; met with the City of Craig and the Craig Tribal Association to discuss improvements to Craig Harbor. The harbor design is nearing completion. USACE
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Dredging on Petaluma Turning Basin and Marina about to begin
The Petaluma Turning Basin and Marina are set to close temporarily for routine dredging work, the City of Petaluma said. This comes after the city awarded a contract to a local company for dredging maintenance and to install upgrades to nearby docks. Petaluma City Council last week approved the allo
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Coastal Conservancy: $60M for coastal access, restoration and resilience
The California Board of the State Coastal Conservancy approved over $60 million in grants for restoration, protection, public access and climate resilience along the California coast and San Francisco Bay. Included in the approvals were: $20 million to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Bel Ma
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AD Ports: Key milestone for CMA Terminals Khalifa Port
AD Ports Group has installed the first 90-tonne block for the quay wall of the new CMA Terminals Khalifa Port, marking the major development milestone with a special ceremony. The development of the new terminal is on track with budgeted capital expenditure of AED 3.3 billion ($898 million). The ter
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Exclusive interview with DCIL Chairman: Focusing on new business momentum
Dredging Corporation of India Ltd (DCIL) Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Dr. G.Y.V. Victor, was suspended from his duties recently, pending disciplinary proceedings. The order was issued by DCIL Chairman, Mr. Shri K. Rama Mohana Rao. According to an official company statement, M
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Spotlight on India-Bangladesh protocol route
In an effort to encourage private shippers to use inland waterways via India-Bangladesh protocol route, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has agreed to spend Rs200 crore (over $25 million) for the dredging and maintenance of fairways of rivers up to the Indian side in the north-east reg
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Prince Mohammed bin Nasser inaugurates Port of Jazan City
His Royal Highness, Prince Mohammed bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Jazan Region, inaugurated the Port of Jazan City last week. His Royal Highness, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz, the Deputy Governor, and the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, the Minster of Investment as well as o