Over the last few weeks, DEMCON unmanned systems have been putting the latest newbuild autonomous survey V5750 7m USV (VO:X Barentsz) through its paces in sea trials as part of its journey toward certification. “Despite some autumn waves and winds, the vessel continues to prove its capability in rea
The winner of the Young Author Award 2024 Juan Cruz Andrini published an interesting article in IADC’s latest issue of Terra et Aqua about an efficient tool for environmental control in dredging operations. Environmental management and monitoring programs are essential for identifying and mitigating
Work has started on dredging at Lumsden Point in the Port of Port Hedland, with approximately one million cubic meters of material to be removed over the next eight weeks by Jan De Nul. The dredging program is set to create a deeper access channel, swing basin and berth pockets to ensure the safe an
Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (ZPMC) recently kicked off construction of a modern 25,000m³ trailing suction hopper dredger. According to ZPMC, this vessel boasts an exceptionally large hold capacity, deep digging capability, high sailing speed, and low operational costs. It is the firs
Van Oord has successfully completed the construction of the Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) jetty at Wilhelmshaven for its client Deutsche Energy Terminal (DET).The Dutch giant said that, together with the client, they developed a tailor-made integrated solution for the project. In t
The Niedersachsen Ports (NPorts), in cooperation with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Mareval AG, has spent three years researching more efficient methods of port maintenance in Emden – the AMISIA Project. AMISIA stands for “Advanced Port Maintenance: Intelligent, Sustainable, Innovative and A
Waterfront Property Services – doing business as Gator Dredging – recently won a $15.2 million Army Corps contract for maintenance dredging works in Florida. According to the Corps, the project which is located in Volusia County, Florida consists of maintenance dredging approximately 900,000 from th
Mike Hooks LLC of Westlake, Louisiana, has won a $16.2 million USACE contract for the Atchafalaya River maintenance dredging work. According to the Army Corps, work will be performed in Berwick, Louisiana, with an estimated completion date of October 15, 2025. The work consists of satisfactory remov
North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) has successfully completed maintenance dredging at the Port of Hay Point and the Half Tide Tug Harbor. During this campaign, around 163,000m3 of natural sediment was removed from the Port of Hay Point and the Half Tide Tug Harbor and placed at the appro
DEME Group announced yesterday that their trailing suction hopper dredger ’Piet Hein’ has been awarded the Green Award gold certification for inland shipping. This recognition certifies ships that meet the highest standards in quality, safety, and environmental performance. TSHD ‘Piet Hein’ operates
A sand dredging trial will begin next week as part of the state government’s commitment to combat erosion on Adelaide’s coastline and maintain a healthy beach system. The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has approved the dredging operations, which the state government announced in May in respo
Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (ZPMC) has successfully delivered China’s first LNG dual-fuel powered trailing suction hopper dredger the XIN HAI XUN. The XIN HAI XUN represents the latest advancements in dual-fuel-powered trailing suction hopper dredger technology. The newbuild, measuri
Southold Town Supervisor Albert J. Krupski has announced that the maintenance dredging of Mattituck Harbor (NY) will commence on October 1, 2024. According to him, dredging of approximately 10,000 cubic yards of material is expected to be completed in early November. Seacoast Construction of New Yor
On September 18th, The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District suspended Dare County’s permits authorizing work in federal and non-federal channels in Oregon and Hatteras Inlet complexes due to a third recorded instance of noncompliance. On September 25th, Wilmington District conducted a m
