Dredging
Safe Software, CARIS Partner to Improve Interoperability with CSAR Framework
Safe Software and CARIS have announced that support for the CARIS Spatial Archive (CSAR) raster format for gridded bathymetry and elevation data will be included in FME 2014, available already in the beta and scheduled for official release in January. FME users will now have direct access to the cut
AvH: Redemption of Shares (Belgium)
The extraordinary shareholders’ meeting of Ackermans & van Haaren NV has on 25 November 2011 renewed the powers delegated to the board of directors to redeem shares for a period of 5 years. In the framework of these powers, Ackermans & van Haaren has concluded a liquidity contract with Kepler Cheuvr
QRC: Abbot Point Puts Bowen Back on Track (Australia)
After 18 months of uncertainty, the Bowen community may finally have something to celebrate with today’s announcement by federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt approving development of the Adani T0 project and capital dredging at the Abbot Point coal terminal. Minister Hunt also issued approval for
Australia: Abbot Point and Curtis Island Projects Approved
Australia’s Federal Minister for the Environment, Greg Hunt, has announced that he has completed the approvals process for four Queensland projects. He said that “after rigorous assessment, I have completed the approvals process for four Queensland projects under National Environmental Law. I have a
Waterways Ireland Posts Tender for Upper River Bann Dredging
Waterways Ireland has announced a tender for the Upper River Bann dredging project. This deepening program will include removal of deposited bed material from the Upper River Bann at Drumaheglis, Ballymoney and The Cutts, Coleraine. Approximately 3500m3 of material will be removed during this cleanu
UK: Port of Wells Dredging Moves Ahead
The Port of Wells main channel dredging program commenced this week. The port’s dredger “Kari Hege” will be engaged in dredging operations in the main channel north of number 4 buoy, between buoys 4 and 2. All material dredged from these areas will be placed on the berm which is marked by the port h
Guidelines Introduced for Determination of Tariff for Port Projects
The Government has introduced “Guidelines for Determination of Tariff for Projects at Major Ports, 2013” on 31st July 2013. In a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha the Minister of Shipping Shri G.K. Vasan said the these new Guidelines will impart flexibility to the ports/ BOT operators i
IADC: New Facts About Ecosystem Services and Dredging
IADC published new Facts About Ecosystem Services to learn how Ecosystem Services can improve dredging projects and the environment. WHAT IS AN ECOSYSTEM? An ecosystem is defined as the animals and plants found in a particular location. Within the ecosystem, in a fragile balance, they depend on each
NOAA Seeks Public Comments on Coastal Restoration Project (USA)
NOAA and its federal and state trustee partners urged the public to provide comments on a draft plan to restore the Gulf after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The plan outlines and describes 44 proposed restoration projects, totaling approximately $627 million. The plan was released by the Nat
France: Officials Invite Bids for Marseille Coastal Development Project
Ville de Marseille has invited bidders to submit their offers for the major repairs of the coast near Marseille, including the islands. This coastal development program will include repairs and maintenance of: – Blocks; – Concrete structures such as docks, ramps, jetties and all other masonry or rei
The Philippines: Olongapo Dredging Program About to Begin
Local government of Olongapo is set to begin its massive river dredging works that is meant to mitigate severe flooding in the city after receiving a P2.4 million backhoe from a mall chain. Mayor Rolen Paulino personally tested the equipment given by SM Prime Holdings during the turnover held recent
TZC Project: Construction Activities Continue (USA)
Construction activities continue on the foundations for the New NY Bridge with the ongoing installation of permanent piles. Tappan Zee Constructors, LLC (TZC) will utilize the area surrounding the ramp for storage and staging, which will in turn reduce the amount of construction traffic on local roa
India: Union Government Develops National Waterways
The Union Government undertakes development and regulation of only those waterways which are declared as National Waterways. In a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha the Minister of Shipping Shri G.K. Vasan said that it is the responsibility of the respective State Governments to develop
USA: WRDA Committee Urged to Protect Metro East Priorities
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL), U.S. Representative Bill Enyart and U.S. Representative John Shimkus called for members of a House-Senate Conference Committee to protect legislative language that will support the Metro East region’s effort to repair and recertify the