The digital transformation in the construction industry continues apace with construction sites becoming increasingly digital and networked. Driver assistance systems such as machine control systems are thus gaining in importance. They support the machine operators in carrying out their activities b
Casting of the tunnel elements for the Fehmarnbelt tunnel is now in progress, approximately two and a half years after the start of construction of the world’s largest precast concrete element factory in Rødbyhavn. The Fehmarnbelt project has therefore reached a crucial stage in its history so far w
Two Russian sailors died aboard the trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Milford in the Bulgarian waters near Varna on July 3. The Russian citizens, aged 32 and 58, died in cargo section of the TSHD, which was sailing under a Belize flag, RIA Novosti reported, citing the Bulgarian maritime authori
The trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Breydel is now ready to resume operations after extensive maintenance and repairs. “Let’s shine the spotlight on our incredible crew, docking team and vessel management at the Astican Shipyard in Gran Canaria for successfully completing DEME’s largest hoppe
Russia’s largest leasing company – State Transport Leasing Company (GTLK) and Southern Centre for Shipbuilding and Ship Repair have signed a contract for the construction of a series of six self-propelled dredgers – Project 93.159А. The dredgers will be built at Lotos production facilities and the f
Cockfield Knight recently worked with Neptune Marine Services BV to assist in the departure of the Cleveland County’s dredging vessel. Andy Souter, Cockfield Knight’s Assistant Agency Manager, led on the project and was asked to accumulate costs for this specialist operation. The Cockfield Knight te
The key tool installed on cutter suction dredgers is known as the cutter head which cuts the soil into chunks. This mechanical cutting action is accomplished using replaceable chisels or pick-points, said Royal IHC. “Through the study of rock chip formation in the Royal IHC Laboratory, we examine th
Oiltech Dredging Equipment recently introduced the latest edition to its range of vessels – the Smart Dredger. The Smart Dredger is a state-of-the-art machine that has been designed to optimize dredging operations, allowing for faster and more efficient dredging. Equipped with a powerful dredging pu
After the summer, the Van Oord – Hakkers – De Klerk consortium will start construction of a tug quay in the Port of Rotterdam’s Yangtze Canal. The consortium and the Port of Rotterdam Authority signed the relevant contracts today. The work will involve constructing 500 metres of quay wall with space
HID Dredger, a Chinese manufacturer of dredgers and dredging equipment, has successfully tested and delivered a new Amphimaster Amphibious Multipurpose Dredger to a Russian client. HID Amphimaster, a result of years of research and development, combines amphibious capabilities with advanced dredging
Lutra Marine introduced a dredger so precise it can be operated within 10cm of an object – at Seawork 2023, this week. This is possible due to the 90-degree angled sides which allow for cutting all the way to the edge of the unit. This also allows the team to cut straight edges along the […]
A keel laying ceremony for new CSD650 took place earlier this week at the Song Thu shipyard in Vietnam. The standard cutter suction dredger (CSD) will be built locally, making use of the dredge package from ????? ???????? ?????????. The new dredger will have a dredging depth of -22m, a production of
At this year’s Seawork exhibition in Southampton, UK, Damen Shipyards Group presented an innovative new design – the Multi Cat 1908 Electric. This fully electric vessel brings zero emissions operations into a wide range of workboat activities. The MuC 1908 E is 19.05 metres by 8.4 metres, with a de
Leica Geosystems is offering a new way of doing business with their MC1 Modify Models. The MC1 software allows for the visibility of the excavator bucket and position below the water surface. Leica MC1’s user interface displays the Modify Models feature as a dynamic heatmap, guiding the operator’s e
