The ferry port of Meersburg, located on scenic Bodensee, is undergoing an iconic transformation. The aging concrete pier, which has marked the shoreline for more than 70 years, is now giving way to a contemporary steel pier. This ambitious undertaking is being led by the Public utilities of Constanc
The Gateway Development Commission’s (GDC) Board of Commissioners awarded this week the Hudson River Ground Stabilization (HRGS) Project to Weeks Marine, Inc. for expert professional design-build services. The HRGS marks the first heavy construction contract by GDC on the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP)
Work at three multi-million pound flood protection schemes in North Ayrshire is on track as part of preparations to lessen the impact of climate change. Construction works on the £48 million Millport Flood Protection Scheme, on the Isle of Cumbrae, started last spring and work is progressing well to
The Strategic Investment Model (SIM) Working Group of the Scottish Offshore Wind Energy Consortium (SOWEC) introduced the Port of Nigg West Deepwater Quay Expansion Project yesterday, as a pivotal initiative in Stage 2 of the SIM. The project is set to extend the existing West Quay at Nigg, creating
The Romanian Government has approved a three-year $229 million dredging plan across 400 ha at the Port of Constanta. This dredging program is part of a strategic plan to harness European funds for maritime infrastructure development, ensuring the port remains competitive in the global maritime arena
Warrenpoint Harbour Authority (UK) is about to begin routine annual maintenance dredging of the Port. Commencing this week and continuing for approximately 48 days, maintenance dredging operations will take place in the approaches and deepwater berths of the inner harbour of Warrenpoint Port. Dredgi
Sand pumping operations for the R. Ungoofaaru Land Reclamation and Shore Protection Project are well underway. According to Maldives Transport and Contracting Company’s latest project update, dredging and reclamation work is ongoing, with 63% completion. Scope of works will include: The value of the
Senator Chuck Schumer and Congressman Nick Langworthy yesterday announced $7.5 million in federal funding for the continued restoration of Barcelona Harbor, Westfield, NY. This funding, anticipated to be included in the upcoming spending bill, is crucial for safeguarding Barcelona Harbor in the Town
NMDC Group, a company involved in engineering, procurement, construction, and marine dredging, is showcasing its expertise in both energy and dredging projects at the ongoing Egypt Energy Show (EGYPES) 2024. Eng. Yasser Zaghloul, Group Chief Executive Officer of NMDC Group, said: “EGYPES presents us
Port of London Authority (PLA) has just announced that on or around the 25th February 2024 the vessel MEUSE RIVER will commence trailer suction dredging at London Gateway Port Berth 4, Sea Reach. According to PLA, the vessel will discharge using a floating pipeline to the east of Berth No 4. Dredgin
During 2023, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation (GLDD) made significant progress on its new build program. “As part of our new build program, we have taken delivery on our newest 6,500-cubic-yard-capacity hopper dredge, the Galveston Island,” said GLDD in its latest financial results. Her sisters
Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has just released the latest update on the F. Magoodhoo Land Reclamation and Shore Protection Project. According to MTCC, the work is well underway, with overall 50% project progress. “We have completed island reclamation operations. Geo bag filling
D Morgan and Balfour Beatty are making good progress working on the Central Rhyl Coastal Defense Scheme. According to the contractors, the work on the project well underway with over 22,000 tones of rock placed and 1,500m3 of structural concrete poured so far. The purpose of the scheme is to improve
Last week, representatives from the Rock Island District and St. Louis District provided district overviews and project updates to attendees at the Upper Mississippi, Illinois & Missouri Rivers Association (UMIMRA) Meeting in Quincy, Illinois. “This annual event is an opportunity for attendees from
