Frankston City Council is about to begin maintenance dredging works of the Kananook Creek entrance, located some 35km south of Melbourne. The dredging, clearance and disposal of marine sediments, sand and debris has been set to begin on Monday, December 7th 2015 with the completion set for late Dece
The International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) has just released the latest issue of Terra et Aqua, their official quarterly publication. The magazine is supported solely by the IADC as a service to the world-wide dredging community and represents IADC’s commitment to the highest standar
The Maldivian Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure has awarded contracts for the construction of ten harbors – IDB phase 2 – and the construction of N.Fohdhoo jetty. The contract signing ceremony was held on 26th November 2015 at STELCO in Male. Under the IDB loan and the government budget, a tota
Dragflow, an Italian manufacturer of heavy duty pumps and complete dredging equipment, is continuing the development of new products addressing the changing needs of dredging industry. As 2015 is nearing its end, we took the opportunity to speak with Mr. Roberto Martinelli, Dragflow Director, about
WAMSI Dredging Science Node researchers have, for the first time, quantified dredging effects on seawater quality conditions, which is critical to realistic testing in the laboratory. The literature review along with the examination of some large environmental monitoring datasets from recent dredgin
Dredging Today brings you an overview of the most popular stories from the past week (November 22-29). Van Oord Completes Koper Gig Van Oord recently completed the €1.7 million worth Luka Koper dredging project. Jan De Nul to Dredge PSA Panama With the beginning of the quay and dredging works, a
Improved flood protection work in the stretch of the Hutt River between the Ewen and Kennedy-Good Bridge has come a step closer following the Hutt Valley Flood Management sub-committee’s decision to recommend that the Greater Wellington Regional Council proceed with Option A. During the hearing, hel
The remote island nation of Tuvalu is benefiting from increased land space and improved living conditions following the completion of dredging works delivered by Australian-based Hall Contracting. Hall Contracting Managing Director, Cameron Hall, said that the works – funded by the New Zealand Minis
Wyong Shire Council decided at the November 25th meeting to extend dredging of the Entrance Channel for another week. The council resolved, as a matter of urgency, to extend the dredging, allowing further renourishment of the Entrance Beach. Council’s Mayor, Doug Eaton said: “This is an important, i
Wellington Airport has just released draft reports in which the company is assessing the effects of the proposed runway extension project, including the Benefit Cost Analysis. This marks the beginning of public consultation process that will enable everyone to get a thorough understanding of the pro
Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has been recognized at the Lloyd’s List Australian Shipping and Maritime Industry Awards in Sydney on 19 November 2015 for its ground-breaking Tidal Model Project. The esteemed annual event recognizes success and achievements by the Australian maritime industry. PPA’s T
Auckland Council is due to begin construction of a rock wall to repair cliff erosion at Karaka Harborside. The work will begin in early December and is scheduled for completion in the New Year. Following the first stage of works in July 2015, the site has continued to be affected by coastal erosion
