The increase in global trade will lead to increased demand for dredging vessels, a sector that is critical to the global economy as it helps maintain and improve navigation in ports and waterways. In addition, dredging vessels play a key role in managing natural hazards such as coastal erosion and s
Cashman Dredging & Marine Contracting Co. LLC, Quincy, Massachusetts, has won a $23,9 firm-fixed-price contract for a maintenance dredging project. Bids were solicited via the internet with four received. Work will be performed in Baltimore, Maryland, with an estimated completion date of Sept. 9, 20
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District has released the Draft Integrated Feasibility Study and Environmental Assessment for the St. Johns County, FL Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study (Ponte Vedra Beach). The purpose of this three-year study is to address coastal storm
In cooperation with Miles Water Engineering and Raynham Private Estate, Royal Smals has started the cleaning of the Raynham Lake. Using the 8-inch cutter suction dredger (CSD) Pollux, all the mud will be transported to the nearby constructed lagoons on the property. After dewatering, this nutrient-r
Jenkins Marine team recently handled a delicate and unique project for the Blue Marine Foundation – construction of the Hamble reef. The Hamble reef project is part of a wider multi-million Solent Seascape Scheme which is funded by the Endangered Landscapes Project and aims to restore a wealth of di
Payson City will begin the dredging of Spring Lake on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Spring Lake is located south of Payson City and immediately north of the town of Spring Lake at 12240 S. Spring Lake Road. According to the Payson City Water Department, the lake is a beautiful community fishing pond. P
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Middle East District yesterday announced the successful completion of King Abdulaziz Naval Base dredging project. “We’d like to say congratulations to our Kingdom of Saudi Arabia team who recently completed dredging operations at KANB in Jubail,” the Army Corps said
Last week, seven turbidity sensors were deployed in Lake Erie near Fairport Harbor, Ohio, the USACE Buffalo District said. These sensors will monitor turbidity, or the clarity of the water based on suspended sediment, to help improve opportunities for aquatic beneficial use of dredge material throug
Getting out on the water will be made easier and more accessible for communities across Victoria, with 35 Recreational Boating Grants awarded to local ramp and waterway managers – improving the boating experience for all. Minister for Outdoor Recreation, Sonya Kilkenny, and Member for Bellarine, Ali
Damen Marine Services (DMS), the division of Damen Shipyards that offers Damen vessels for charter both fully crewed and bareboat, has taken delivery of the first of a new class of Damen Multi Cat, a Multi Cat 3313 SD named DMS Snipe. While Damen’s Multi Cat range is known for its shallow draught ca
A two-month dredging project that will improve navigation in the Coomera River is now underway, according to the Gold Coast Waterways Authority. The $2.5 million project will focus on removing sand and sediment that has naturally built up over time in the navigation channel from Sovereign Islands to
Weeks Marine has completed the last section of the northern nourishment area in the Town of Duck. Following the final load, Weeks broke down the shore pipe last weekend and transported equipment back to the subline landing at Dianne Street. The hopper dredge Magdalen is now pumping sand from the Dia
The Mornington Peninsula Shire, located south-east of Melbourne, Victoria, has completed works on the Mothers Beach dredging and beach nourishment project. Dredging was undertaken at Mothers Beach, Mornington to provide safe access to and from the bay. The works commenced in mid-March and continued
Minister Julie James yesterday said that the Welsh Government was ‘keeping communities safe from the growing risk of climate change’ as she confirmed record levels of funding for flood risk management. Speaking in the Senedd, the Climate Change Minister confirmed a £75m investment as she published t
