Dredging
Australia: Hundreds Pledge to Stop Terminal Construction
Over 600 people have used text messages to express their dismay and outrage and many others have pledged to stop a new coal terminal going ahead in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. The messages were delivered by Greenpeace to the office of marine engineering firm, Smithbridge Group, in Br
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, the company has in the period from 2 until 5 April 2013 redeemed a total of
USA: Funding Secured for Southeastern North Carolina Dredging Projects
U.S. Congressman Mike McIntyre announced today that $585,000 in federal funds have been secured for dredging essential coastal projects in Southeastern North Carolina. Congressman McIntyre stated, “More good news for our coastal projects! Securing resources to help our inlets, waterways, and beaches
USA: Brownsville Restoration Project Moves Forward
The resaca water system in Brownsville serves as habitat for an array of species of fish and hundreds of species of birds and waterfowl, but has become polluted with large amounts of sediment and non-biodegradable waste such as tires, cans and plastic bags. BPUB is working with Genesis Water ‘s spec
Colliers International Releases North American Port Analysis
Colliers International released its third North American Port Analysis report which examines evolving trade patterns resulting from the upcoming Panama Canal expansion in 2015. The report’s theme, “CapEx or Capsize,” underscores the idea that cities need to spend the capital to upgrade their ports,
UK: MarinaMaster 8000 Dredger Introduced
Yacht Havens’ Managing Director, Dylan Kalis, has introduced the latest self-propelled cutter suction dredger MarinaMaster 8000. What was behind the commissioning of the MarinaMaster 8000? “We couldn’t identify a suitable dredger in the market. The requirements of our west coast Neyland marina are q
USA: Fox River Dredging Resumes
Dredging has now resumed on the Lower Fox River for the 2013 season. Dredging operations are currently taking place in the area near the Brown County Fairgrounds. The Fox River Cleanup Project, designed to reduce risk to human health and the environment due to the presence of PCBs in Fox River sedim
Oman: APM Terminals CEO Visits Salalah Port
APM Terminals CEO Kim Fejfer and a senior delegation met with representatives of the Omani government this past week as the company’s partnership in Omani logistics infrastructure and economic development was the key topic of discussion in meetings with the Minister of Commerce and Industry Dr. Ali
SCI to Enter Dredging Business (India)
Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has announced a plan to enter the dredging business, reports thehindubusinessline.com. SCI will either buy or hire dredgers to start this new profitable venture, stated Shipping Secretary P.K. Sinha last week. Regarding these plans, Sinha added that the capacity o
UK: Ashtead Technology to Launch New Electric Dredge Pump
Leading subsea equipment solutions specialist, Ashtead Technology, is to launch the subsea market’s smallest electric dredge pump this week at the Ocean Business 2013 exhibition in Southampton, UK. The pump will be available to rent exclusively from Ashtead Technology through an agreement with the m
Harlan County Lake Dredging Kicks Off (USA)
Harlan County Lake’s Gremlin Cove boat ramp will be closed weekdays until April 20. The ramp is being closed for public safety to allow the U.S. Corps of Engineers to dredge in the vicinity, Park Manager Larry Janicek said. The ramp will be open for weekend use, but boaters should use caution while
UK: Stromness Harbour Dredging Begins This Month
Dredging work in Stromness Harbour is due to take place later this month. According to the OIC, surveys have shown that silt has built up in the south, middle and north basins in the harbour. Dredging is now needed to ensure that the areas of the harbour closest to the shore remain accessible to ves
Officials Discuss Management of Brahmaputra River (India)
Arunachal Pradesh and Bangladesh have discussed several measures for better management of the Brahmaputra river for mutual benefit, official sources announced. Arunachal Pradesh Water Resources Development Minister Newlai Tingkhatra during a meeting with the visiting Bangladesh High Commissioner to
Russia: Bids Sought for Vostochny Port Dredging
Vostochny Branch of FSUE Rosmorport has invited bidders to submit their offers for the Vostochny Port dredging program, reports portnews.ru. This development project includes repair and dredging works within the water area of Vostochny Port in 2014-2019. The initial price of the Vostochny dredging p