Dredging
VIDEO: Ellicott Series 370 HP Dragon Dredger (USA)
This portable dredge represents a revolutionary breakthrough in dredge design and construction. This content is available after accepting the cookies. Change cookie-settings View on Youtube. Adaptation of the hull, ladder, and spud extensions for various digging depths, added to the modular design c
VIDEO: Dredgers “Brabo”, “Marieke”, “d’Artagnan”, and “Charlemagne” (Belgium)
Presentation video about four DEME vessels: trailing suction hopper dredgers “Brabo”, “Marieke”, “Charlemagne” and the cutter suction dredger “d’Artagnan”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l66_1P9ZZY4 DEME has always been a trend setter in the design and development of new dredgers and dredging techn
The Netherlands: Hycom BV – New Member of Hydac Group
Hycom BV, an international supplier of hydraulic systems for applications in the industry, offshore, marine and dredging, civil works and aviation has become a new member of the Hydac Group. At Hycom, application knowhow, innovation and flexibility are used when designing complete and energy saving
Officials Give Opinion on St. Johns River Dredging (USA)
Here’s what industry and local leaders had to say about investing in Jacksonville’s future following the decision Monday by JAXPORT’s Board of Directors to seek a 47 foot depth for the St. Johns River Federal Channel: “This may be our best, and perhaps last, opportunity to become a major port.” – Ge
USA: Poulsbo’s Shoreline Master Program Approved
The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) has approved the city of Poulsbo’s updated shoreline master program. Poulsbo’s shoreline program will result in significant improvements in the protection, use, development and restoration of 3.9 miles of shorelines within the city, along Liberty Bay an
USA: Ecology Adopts Changes to Sediment Cleanup Standards
The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) has adopted changes to the state’s standards for cleaning up contaminated in-water sediments. The changes take effect Sept. 1, 2013. In 1991, Ecology first adopted the Sediment Management Standards (SMS) for guiding the management of sediments. The SMS
Army Corps: Landowners Reminded to Obtain Permit (USA)
As recreation season approaches, landowners adjacent to the Missouri River, including Lake Sakakawea and Lake Oahe, are reminded that obtaining a permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is required for any activity in or affecting the Missouri River system. Types of activities that require perm
Australia: Surfers Paradise Beach Replenishment Set for April
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate has dismissed inaccurate reports about the City’s ‘inaction on beach replenishment’. Mayor Tate said public safety was the first priority and a plan for beach nourishment will begin as soon as weather conditions allow. “Creating safe beach access, re-establishing damaged li
Ackermans & van Haaren: Annual Results 2012 (Belgium)
The board of directors of Ackermans & van Haaren NV announces that the consolidated net result (group share) for the year 2012 amounts to 167.5 million euros (compared to 177.5 million euros in 2011). DEME ended the transitional year 2012 with a net profit of 89.4 million euros. The results of the s
Funds for Delma Island Project Approved (UAE)
The Executive Committee of Abu Dhabi Executive Council today approved funds for a designing and constructing a new port on Delma Island. The approval was given at a meeting chaired by Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Tourism and Cultural Authority (TCA) and member of the Ex
VIDEO: Mud Cat MFD-1000 Multi-Function Dredge
This multi-function dredge has multiple interchangeable tool options, including an excavator bucket, a cutter basket with dredging pump, a weed rake, and a pile driver. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sX_X8CJ6n48 This one-truck transportable, self-launching dredge has a maximum digging depth of 19′
The Netherlands: TOC Europe Returns to Rotterdam
Innovative approaches to cope with the challenges arising from a combination of continued global economic and financial fragility, volatility in container shipping, the emerging wave of mega-vessels and the need for more efficient infrastructure to support global container trade will be the core foc
Dredging to Bring Benefits to Cromford Canal (UK)
The dredging works, worth £300,000, will make a 1.3 mile stretch between Cromford Wharf and Leawood Pump House deeper so that boats can sail there. The deputy leader, Councillor Simon Spencer, said: “Cromford Canal has a rich history and is part of the World Heritage site. “This investment will brin
India: Ministry Implements Watershed Development Programmes
With a view to conserve top soil and prevent soil erosion and land degradation, the Ministry of Agriculture is implementing various watershed development programmes, namely National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas, Soil Conservation in Catchments of River Valley Project and Flood Pro