Africa
Nigerian Dredging Summit Takes Place in Abuja
The 12th Nigerian Dredging Summit and Exhibition is set to take place from September 24 – 28, 2018, in the Rockview Hotel in Abuja. Nigerian seaport operations have made tremendous strides in recent years although the main challenge now includes adaptations for pre-eminence amongst rival West Africa
Ghana: Tema LNG Deal Inked
Tema LNG Terminal Company signed an agreement with the China Harbor Engineering Company (CHEC) on September 2 for the construction of a $350 million liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Tema, Ghana. The LNG Terminal, set to be completed in 18 months, will be Sub-Saharan Africa’s first regasificat
IADC: New Terra et Aqua Available
The International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) has just published the latest edition of their Terra et Aqua magazine. The new Terra et Aqua shines a spotlight on the dredging industry through three new articles about Manoeuvring in Mud, a Status Quo Challenger and Workability Tool. “How
Dredging for Sustainable Infrastructure Conference: Meet the Speakers
The CEDA-IADC Dredging for Sustainable Infrastructure Conference celebrates the launch of the publication of the same title. The two-day-long program (19 and 20 November), taking place in the heart of Amsterdam at the Beurs van Berlag, will gather professionals from all sectors involved in the reali
Highlights of the Week
Dredging Today brings you an overview of the most popular stories from the past week (August 27 – September 2, 2018). HME Construction Wins Port of Kalama Dredging Contract The Port of Kalama said in their latest release that a maintenance dredging program at the Temco LLC berth, aimed to ensure t
Dredging for Sustainable Infrastructure Conference Nears
Some of the key topics essential to the sustainable development of water infrastructure will be discussed in depth at the upcoming CEDA-IADC ‘Dredging for Sustainable Infrastructure’ conference. Partake in six highly interactive sessions led by internationally renowned scientists and practitioners,
DS Research Provides Report on Container Terminal Projects
The 5th edition of the market report Container Terminal Project Pipeline published by German DS Research takes a closer look on upcoming container terminal projects, their chances to get completed and industry growth. According to DS Research, about 350 expansion projects target to supply 270 millio
Volta Lake Dredging Project on the Way
A project to dredge the Volta Lake from Akuse, in the Eastern Region, to the estuary at Ada, in the Greater Region, is about to begin, Ghana News Agency (GNA) said in their latest announcement. According to Mr Lois Agamah, South Tongu District Chief Executive (DCE), two Ghanaian firms are to underta
Highlights of the Week
Dredging Today brings you an overview of the most popular stories from the past week (July 30 – August 5, 2018). All Set for the Rukki Channel Maintenance Dredging The Estonian Maritime Administration recently selected a contractor for the upcoming Rukki Channel (Rukki kanal) maintenance dredging
Fact.MR Foresees Increase in Funding for Dredging Projects
With seaborne trade gaining importance in terms of economic development of a nation, government organizations are largely investing in harbor deepening activities worldwide, Fact.MR said in their latest study on Harbor Deepening Market. A deeper harbor can accommodate heavy and large container ships
Highlights of the Week
Dredging Today brings you an overview of the most popular stories from the past week (July 16-22, 2018). Jan De Nul’s New Dredger Launched at Keppel Shipyard in China The 3,500m³ Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger Diogo Cão was launched last Saturday at the Keppel Nantong shipyard in China, a subsidi
Highlights of the Week
Dredging Today brings you an overview of the most popular stories from the past week (July 9-15, 2018). The Philippines: DOTr Wraps Up 129 Port Projects The Philippine News Agency (PNA) said in their latest announcement that the Government’s Department of Transportation (DOTr) has completed 129 co