Business development

Working with Nature in the Arabian Gulf
The International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) recently published an interesting article on the re-use of dredged material for shoreline protection: Working with Nature in the Arabian Gulf. Over the past decades, there has been a growing interest in exploring innovative ways to minimise

‘New Young Professional of the Year’ award at WEDA summit
The Western Dredging Association (WEDA) has announced that the launch of a new award will be presented at the 2021 WEDA Dredging Summit, to be held virtually from June 14-17, 2021. Despite the necessity caused by COVID19 to hold the meeting online, the WEDA Board is proceeding with the presentation

Sohar, Hutchison Ports ink port expansion deal
Sohar Port and Freezone has inked a development agreement with Hutchison Ports Sohar which will see a joint feasibility study for the expansion of Sohar Port, Oman. Also, the addition of a new container terminal capable of receiving mega-vessels is included within this feasibility study. The study w

New focus for CEDA Dredging Days 2021
The Central Dredging Association (CEDA) has announced that its flagship event – Dredging Days – has been revamped and given a new focus. CEDA Dredging Days 2021 will be held, end of September/early October 2021, at a new venue to be announced shortly. The CEDA Dredging Days event is well known, in t

Restructuring at Royal IHC, job cuts confirmed
In order to return to profitability and to offer it a sustainable future, Royal IHC is returning to its core activities in the dredging and offshore market. In addition, the size of the organization will be brought in line with the expected turnover for the coming years. As a result of these changes

Interview: Hansel to deliver 25 sets of dredgers in 2021
Hansel marine, a Chinese company involved in the production of dredgers and dredging equipment, has reported a very busy 2020, filled with lots of activities, challenges and also great accomplishments. Enough reasons for Dredging Today to catch up with Mr. Alex Tong, Dredging and Shipbuilding Specia

Boskalis maintains 2020 EBITDA guidance
Boskalis has concluded a good third quarter – quarterly revenue was virtually stable compared to the quarterly average of the first half year, also adjusted for currency effects, acquisitions and divestments. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to be felt. While it was already challenging

Boosting capacity at Khalifa Port
Abu Dhabi Ports (ADP), a developer and regulator of ports and industrial zones in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, has announced that Khalifa Port’s expansion is on pace for completion. The Khalifa Port expansion is set to attract new business and significantly boost capacity in line with evolving customer