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IADC Annual Report available online
The International Association of Dredging Companies has published its “Annual Report 2024”. Produced and released by IADC, the report aims to provide insight into the dredging industry’s contribution to the global economy as well as key sectors. This report, compiled on behalf of the Board, outlines
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EXCLUSIVE: Vishwa Samudra Group orders new dredger from Royal IHC
Royal IHC is set to build a Beagle 8 TSHD for India’s Vishwa Samudra Group, the Dutch company said today. The trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) will have a hopper capacity of 8,000 m³ and will be built at Royal IHC’s shipyard in Kinderdijk, the Netherlands. According to Royal IHC, this will be
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Accident in Gunsan Port: Explosion on dredger injures two workers
An explosion occurred this morning aboard a dredger anchored at waters near Pier 6 of the Port of Gunsan in South Korea, Yonhap News Agency said. According to the Agency, two workers suffered full-body burns. No fatalities have been reported. Immediately after the accident, the National Fire Agency
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The Ameland-Oost nourishment: A pioneering step in coastal management
Last summer marked a milestone for the SOURCE project: the first Living Lab transitioned from design to full-scale realisation. At Ameland-Oost, a shoreface nourishment is being constructed that will not only strengthen the coast but also serve as a unique scientific test site for the coming years.
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Kilkeel Harbor dredging plan unveiled
Northern Ireland Fishery Harbor Authority has unveiled a plan to carry out the yearly maintenance dredging of the outer harbor area at Kilkeel Harbor. The objective of the works is to maintain sufficient water depth within the outer harbor area at low tide for boats to access the Harbors’ quay, slip
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Bribie Island emergency dredging work in full swing
Hall Contracting has just released the latest project update from the emergency dredging works at Bribie Island, saying that the operations are in full swing. According to the update, Hall crews have been working hard to close the southern breakthroughs and carry out renourishment to help protect th
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Milestone restores Clarke Bellinger Stormwater Control facility
Milestone Environmental Contracting has successfully completed dredging of the Clarke Bellinger Stormwater Control facility in Ottawa. The facility plays a crucial role in managing stormwater flow from an upstream urban area to prevent accelerated erosion along a nearby creek. Working under a contra
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MVW receives purchase order from METHA for long-term trial at Hamburg dredging plant
M Vest Water has received a purchase order on commercial terms from METHA for a long-term trial at the dredging plant in Hamburg. “The long-term successful completion, and meeting both trial at the dredging plant in trial is scheduled to start in November and will run for minimum one month,” MVW sai
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Skandia Gateway project cancels joint dredging contract procurement
The Swedish Maritime Administration and the Port of Gothenburg are cancelling the joint procurement process for dredging works within the Skandia Gateway project. The reason is that the bids received exceed the budgeted costs for the state-funded portion of the project, they said. “We have decided t
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Dredging part of the Omi Eko project
The Lagos State Government has officially launched the Omi Eko Project, a landmark initiative aimed at transforming water transportation in the state. The project, spearheaded by the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), represents a major step toward achieving a cleaner, smarter, and more effici
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USACE to award the FY26 Willapa Harbor dredging contract
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District will soon release a solicitation seeking private companies to conduct the FY26 Willapa Harbor Maintenance Dredging project. Earlier this summer, USACE held a Virtual Industry Day to provide additional information about the upcoming Willapa Harbor dr
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DCI launches Dredge Godavari at Cochin – India’s most sophisticated dredger
Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCI) has made history with the launch of its latest vessel – Dredge Godavari – at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) today. According to DCI, this giant is the first-ever 12,000 m³ Beagle Series dredger constructed anywhere in the world, setting a new benchmark for
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TSHD Galileo Galilei in Brazil, Babitonga Bay dredging in full swing
The Babitonga Bay dredging program, conducted by Jan De Nul’s giant trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Galileo Galilei, is moving forward. During the project, a portion of the dredged material will be used for beach nourishment in Itapoá – one of the largest coastal engineering projects ever car
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EXCLUSIVE: India’s largest and most sophisticated dredger ready to hit the water
The Cochin Shipyard will launch three vessels tomorrow. According to the Shipyard, each vessel addresses a strategic national need and illustrates India’s expanding maritime capability, from defense and port infrastructure to green energy and sustainability. The new vessels include the sixth Anti-Su