A dredging project on the Izmail and Reni Ports is set to increase Danube River traffic several times. According to Ukraine Business News, the dredging works are currently being carried out in the waters surrounding the Izmail Port and soon will begin in the Port of Reni. After these operations ar
The Department of Transport, Western Australia, is gearing up for the Useless Loop maintenance dredging project. Before the start of dredging operations, DoT will undertake a detailed survey of the area by using agile catamaran ‘Rind R’. The area of works includes berth and approaches for Useless Lo
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed the “Water Resources Development Act” (WRDA) last week, and Florida Senator Rick Scott said it will boost the Sunshine State. The biannual WRDA sets the nationwide strategy and funding for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civilian projects. Senator Rick Scott said:
Tweed River dredging project that will provide a clearer and safer channel for the commercial and recreational boating community is set to begin in mid-August, according to the Tweed Nationals MP, Geoff Provest. The project is part of a larger Tweed Sand Bypassing (TSB) scheme, a joint initiative of
Carnival is set to start the dredging works in East Grand Bahama for its mega cruise port in the next 60 to 90 days, a Carnival Corporation executive said. David Candib, vice president of Global Ports & Destinations Development, said that they are looking to dredge about 12 meters and have identifie
After successful dredge trials the EuroHopper 400 named Sandborn is now on her way to Denmark to the premises of Sibelco Group. Neptune has developed its own range of small to medium-sized Trailing Suction Hopper Dredgers (TSHD), the EuroHopper range. Based on proven dredging technology and customiz
Texas Senator John Cornyn released the following statement after the Senate passed his provision to authorize the construction of the coastal barrier protection system known as the Coastal Spine as part of the Water Resources Development Act. “Protecting the Texas coast from devastating hurricanes i
Earlier this week, the Baker-Polito Administration announced $3.2 million in grants to six dredging projects through the Massachusetts Dredging Program, established to promote the strength and sustainability of the Commonwealth’s coastal harbors through support of saltwater dredging. The announcemen
A dredging project to deepen the entrance to St. George’s Thorofare is set to begin on or about August 8. Mayor of Brigantine City, NJ, Vince Sera said that the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) changed its course on the project, moving it ahead to this year. City officials spoke with
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. has announced that the hopper dredge Liberty Island has returned to Dare County to resume the Buxton beach renourishment project. “On Thursday morning, July 28, 2022, the Liberty Island returned from a brief stay in Norfolk, Virginia, for repairs, maintenance and refuel
U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan issued the following statements after the Senate passed by a vote of 92-2 the Water Resource Development Act (WRDA) of 2022, biennial legislation that authorizes water infrastructure projects across the country. “I’m proud to share the New Hampshire pri
Hall Contracting has commenced the next round of maintenance dredging works at Rosslyn Bay Harbour, Queensland. The dredging of Rosslyn Bay, between the break walls, is expected to continue until approximately Friday, 2 September 2022. Vessels involved in the dredging operation are the cutter suctio
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen yesterday announced the Senate passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (S. 4136) including key priorities he worked to secure in the legislation for Maryland. For Maryland, the bill includes key resources to ensure the shipping channels and other waterway
MAN PrimeServ has signed a long-term service agreement (LTSA) with GIE Dragages-Ports, which includes inspection kits and preventative maintenance services as well as remote assistance (PrimeServ Assist) and engine-fluid analysis (PrimeServ LAB). The Samuel de Champlain dredger (117 m, 8,500 m³) bel
