RECYCLE it Global (RIG) is partnering with the University of Plymouth through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to fast-track the development of pioneering marine bioremediation technology. According to RIG, this technology is designed to convert contaminated dredged sediments into sustainable,
The first Cygnus cutter suction dredger (CSD), built by DE Klop BV, was launched last week. This fully electric cutter dredger was constructed for the Dekker Group and marks a major step forward in the sustainability of the Dutch dredging sector. The official christening was performed by Laura Wezen
Earlier this week, Royal IHC cut the first steel plate for a new electric cutter suction dredger (eCSD), in the presence of their client – QIT Madagascar Minerals (QMM). This milestone marks the official start of construction for this vessel. The new eCSD is engineered to operate in the Mandena mini
Port of London Authority said that the contractors instructed by Port of Tilbury London Ltd will kick off the dredging operations at Tilbury Lock Entrance, Tilbury Grain Terminal Main Berth and Tilbury 2 CMAT. These dredging works will be carried out by the water injection dredging method by the WID
Boskalis’ crews work along the Dutch coast almost year-round with their trailing suction hopper dredgers (TSHDs) Causeway, Freeway, Shoalway and Strandway. “Through beach and foreshore replenishment, we help protect the coastline from the effects of climate change – from Zeeland in the south to the
Van Oord’s water injection dredger (WID) Mersey has arrived at the Shipyard Gebr. Kooiman BV in Zwijndrecht. According to Kooiman, the WID is there for some maintenance work. Also, various modifications are also being conducted. The WIDs Maas and Mersey, developed by Kooiman Engineering in close coo
The Russian State Transport Leasing Company (STLC) has taken delivery of a new cutter suction dredger (CSD). The dredger Kanopus (Канопус), built by local shipyard Nefteflot, belongs to the Project Ts480M2rD/NF series of CSDs – designed by the Russian naval architecture firm Stapel. According to Nef
Dredging work at Aberaeron harbor is underway. According to Ceredigion County Council, dredging will be carried out during low tide periods, with activity focused on: The Council said that the program of works will be weather dependent. “Mariners and harbor users are requested to keep clear of the d
Sokol d.o.o. Vinkovci is moving ahead with the restoration of the Bosut River in Croatia with a Watermaster Classic V. Sediment build-up in the Bosut River in Croatia has reduced the river’s flow and depth. This means higher flood risk, degrading water quality and ecological health, and it limits th
Bill White, US Ambassador to Belgium, and Minister Annick De Ridder, Flemish Minister for Mobility, Public Works, Ports and Sport, visited DEME Group’s headquarters in Beveren–Kruibeke–Zwijndrecht yesterday. During their visit, they had a brief tour of DEME’s Lookout pavilion and boarded the trailin
Construction work is underway on a new dredging vessel at the Balkan Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Plant, Turkmenistan’s first major shipbuilding facility. According to the State Service of Maritime and River Transportation of Turkmenistan, this project is part of efforts to expand the country’s mari
Baggerbedrijf De Boer B.V. – Dutch Dredging said that their new 2,300 m³ trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Magdalena was launched at the Nam Trieu Shipyard in Haiphong, Vietnam, today. This marks the next phase in the construction process, carried out in close cooperation with Royal IHC. With t
Two Plymouth organizations – the University of Plymouth and Recycle it Global (RiG) – have launched a collaborative project to tackle the complex challenges posed by contaminated marine dredged materials. According to the University of Plymouth, a new Knowledge Transfer Partnership will unite their
Work on a new Damen trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) 1000 at Shipyard 189 in Haiphong, Vietnam, is in full swing. At the moment, work on the bottom doors is underway. Also, the two main propulsion engines were placed in the aft engine room last month. The dredge’s engine configuration is: Dame
