Equipment
SPE EuALF: Platform for Latest Artificial Lift Techniques Discussions
The global artificial lift market is experiencing a growth of around 9.5% per annum as a result of an increased usage by operators looking to extend field life and increase production. The 2014 SPE European Artificial Lift Forum, which takes place in Aberdeen next month, presents a timely opportunit
Ghana: Minister Visits Ada Coastal Protection Project
Alhaji Collins Dawuda, Minister of Water Resources, Works and Housing, yesterday inspected ongoing works at the Ada Coastal Protection project in the Ada East District of the Greater Accra Region. The protection scheme, which is in two-phases, will cost EUR 225 million, and its being handled by the
Nalcor to Continue 2D Seismic Acquisition Off Newfoundland and Labrador
Nalcor Energy Oil and Gas will continue to invest in the acquisition of 2D seismic data offshore Newfoundland and Labrador. In 2011, Nalcor Energy, as part of its strategy to encourage greater international investment and lower barriers for new oil and gas companies, and with the support of $20 mill
VIDEO: Middelkerke Beach Project Makes Progress (Belgium)
Jan De Nul Group is currently reclaiming the beaches of Middelkerke at the Belgian coast with its TSHD Bartolomeu Dias. About 950,000 m³ needs to be reclaimed. The works started mid April and will end mid June. Up until today, about 440,000 m³ has been reclaimed. [mappress] Dredging Today Staff, May
The Bahamas: Bimini Dredging Scheme Kicks Off
A significant boost to the economy of Bimini is one step closer, with Resort World Bimini announcing that it has officially commenced with the next phase of construction at the port of its top-flight destination resort. With the beginning of the fully permitted dredging process, Resorts World Bimini
Tullow gets approval to use Borgland Dolphin (Norway)
Tullow Oil Norge AS has received consent for exploration drilling using the Borgland Dolphin mobile drilling facility to drill well 31/10-1 in production licence 507, offshore Norway.
SPT Offshore Awarded Foundation Contract for Borkum Riffgrund 1
DONG Energy Wind Power A/S has contracted SPT Offshore for the installation and engineering of the suction buckets for demonstration tripod suction bucket jacket (SBJ) foundation for the Borkum Riffgrund 1 wind farm. The suction bucket jacket foundation will support a 3.6 MW Siemens wind turbine gen
Australia: Mackay Doubles Flood Resilience
The biggest upgrade to Mackay’s flood protection in a generation is forging ahead with work on the first of four levee bank upgrades nearing completion. Local Government, Community Recovery and Resilience Minister David Crisafulli said the levees were being raised to double protection for residents
Enhanced Drilling’s EC-Drill Completes Pilot Project on Statoil’s Troll
Offshore technology provider Enhanced Drilling (formerly AGR Enhanced Drilling) has successfully completed a landmark pilot project with Statoil. The EC-Drill® system from Sotra-based Enhanced Drilling is a managed-pressure-drilling system for use off floating rigs. The pilot, conducted on the Troll
AAPA: Port-Related Infrastructure is Key to U.S. Competitiveness
The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) yesterday welcomed news that the House-Senate conference committee has completed negotiations and issued its report on the long-awaited and critically-needed water resources development legislation. “Having waited seven long years since passage of
ShoreTension, Gleistein Ropes, DSM Dyneema Develop New Mooring Solution
ShoreTension®, a revolutionary vessel mooring system, is helping the marine industry to address the global challenges of energy conservation, improving ships’ safety and the continuous need to reduce down-time of available terminals. The ShoreTension® system uses ropes made with Dyneema® SK78 fiber
USA: Funding Secured for Small Ports Dredging
Congressman Peter DeFazio (OR-04) said that the conference report that reconciles House and Senate water resources development legislation was filed yesterday. This legislation, the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (WRRDA), authorizes funding for Army Corps of Engineers navigation,
Senators Release WRRDA Conference Report Summary (USA)
Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, and Senator David Vitter (R-LA), EPW Committee Ranking Member, released highlights of the bipartisan, bicameral agreement that was reached late last week on the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WR
Ackermans & van Haaren: Good Start in 2014 for DEME
Ackermans & van Haaren, a diversified group active in 5 key segments: Marine Engineering & Infrastructure, Private Banking, Real Estate, Leisure & Senior Care, Energy & Resources and Development Capital, has announced its interim financial report for the first quarter of 2014. Marine Engineering & I