Dredging
Deltares Study: Lack of Space for Mud Deposition Causes Turbidity
Deltares, Delft University of Technology and Utrecht University have published a paper which shows that turbidity in the Ems-Dollard estuary is to a large extent attributable to a reduction in the space where sediment can settle. This is the first time this mechanism has been demonstrated worldwide.
Liebherr Showcases at CTT Moscow 2016
The Liebherr Group will be showcasing its equipment at the CTT Moscow, the international trade fair for construction machinery and technology, from 31 May to 4 June 2016. During the show, Liebherr will offer visitors to the CTT Moscow 2016 an overview of the company’s current range of construction m
Wave Barrier to Protect Te Waihora
An important step in the restoration of Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere is currently underway. There is key progress on a significant science project for the Whakaora Te Waihora restoration program, with the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) installing a 100-meter wave barrier on
Landbridge Announces Darwin Port Development Plans
Having secured a 99 year lease on Darwin Port, the Landbridge Group is now looking to develop the port and increase trade flow through Darwin. This new $25 million development plan will “meet future increases in cargo volumes in the areas of dry bulk exports, liquid bulk imports, live cattle and con
Boskalis and Van Oord Sign Fehmarnbelt Contracts
Femern A/S, a subsidiary of the Danish state-owned Sund & Bælt Holding A/S, and the Fehmarn Belt Contractors joint venture, consisting of Boskalis and Van Oord, today signed the previously announced contract related to the construction of the Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link. Boskalis/Van Oord’s share of the
Damen DOP Dredge Pump Used in Harderwijk
Along the waterfront in Harderwijk, an old town in the center of the Netherlands, a new residential area is being built. The site was formerly used as industrial area, which has resulted in a polluted top layer of the soil. To avoid handling this polluted material, Boskalis used an innovative and ch
Damen Completes Repairs of TSHD Ruyter
The trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) ‘Ruyter’ visited Damen Maaskant Shipyards Stellendam recently for a number of repairs. With the vessel in drydock, the client, De Hoop Terneuzen, took the opportunity to contract some ongoing maintenance tasks. Damen Maaskant Shipyards Stellendam carried ou
DP World Signs $442 Million Berbera Port Deal
DP World Group Chairman and CEO, Mr Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, has met with the President of Somaliland, Mr Ahmed Mohamed Mahamoud, following the signing of the Port of Berbera agreement. Earlier this month, DP World inked a $442 million contract with the government of Somaliland to develop and opera
SFA and Wetlands International Sign MoU
A delegation led by Chinese State forest administration’s vice-minister, Mr Chen Fengxue visited the office of Wetlands International, the Netherlands, and signed a new Memorandum of Understanding on 24 May. The MoU focuses on the international collaboration between SFA and Wetlands International in
PHOTO: Boskalis’ Backhoe Dredger Magnor Working in Hull
One of the world’s largest backhoe dredgers, the Magnor, is currently working on the Green Port development project in Hull. The Green Port project, being developed by Siemens and its partner Associated British Ports, will be the the UK’s first offshore wind turbine manufacturing, assembly, service
Congressman Highlights Critical USACE Projects in Southwest Alabama
Congressman Bradley Byrne used debate on the Energy and Water Appropriations Act last week to bring attention to critical Army Corps of Engineers projects in Southwest Alabama. Byrne encouraged the Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize important local projects such as dredging Fly Creek, Dog River a
West Rhyl Coastal Defense Scheme Shortlisted for Awards
The work on Phase 3 of the West Rhyl Coastal Defense Scheme has been shortlisted for two civil engineering industry awards, according to the Denbighshire County Council. Work on the Rhyl scheme, completed in October, was carried out as part of the scheme to upgrade previous defenses, to provide more
Congressman DeFazio Secures Funding for Oregon Small Ports
Peter DeFazio, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, has applauded Committee passage of critical legislation that will strengthen coastal communities, and create and sustain needed jobs. This legislation, the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (WRDA), autho
USACE Completes Oyster Creek Maintenance Dredging
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District, has completed maintenance dredging operations at Oyster Creek channel near Barnegat Inlet and recently posted updated navigation data for boaters. The government dredge Currituck cleared a shoal from a narrow area between channel markers 37 an