Infrastructure

Ecocoast, Xylem partnership strengthens turbidity monitoring for GCC dredging projects

Boskalis: Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East adversely impact activity levels

DEME posts half-year results 2026

DEME Group announced its half-year results for 2026 this morning. Group turnover in the first half of 2026 amounted to 2.2 billion euros, up 2% year-over-year. Offshore Energy revenues increased by 6% to a record semester level of 1.2 billion euros, driven by the continued successful execution of pr

RSGT, CMA CGM, Mawani invest big in Jeddah Islamic Port’s Terminal 4

Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) and CMA CGM Group have signed definitive agreements to jointly develop and operate Terminal 4 at Jeddah Islamic Port, in collaboration with Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani). The project will bring approximately $434 million in investment into Jeddah Islamic Port and cre

Port of Tartous gets new equipment, dredging work on the way

DP World said that they have reached a significant milestone in its US$800 million investment program to transform the Port of Tartous, completing the delivery of three Mobile Harbor Cranes (MHCs) that will strengthen Syria’s trade infrastructure and support the country’s economic recovery. The thre

Palm Jebel Ali project: Jan De Nul finalizes the last palm leaves and the crown

Palm Jebel Ali is one of the most ambitious development projects in Dubai. The artificial island is designed in the shape of a gigantic palm tree, with a central trunk and sixteen leaves. The project is part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which focuses on large‑scale and well‑connected communi

BREAKING NEWS: Dredging work underway for Iraq’s first LNG import terminal

BlueFive Capital acquires 70Pct stake in UAE dredging company Gulf Cobla

BlueFive Capital has acquired a 70% stake in Gulf Cobla LLC, a UAE-based dredging and land reclamation company. As part of the transaction, BlueFive Capital will acquire the entire 49% shareholding held by Advanced Dynamics Investments, an affiliate of Saudi Binladin Group, together with a 21% stake

AD Ports, EGA sign Khalifa Port development deal, dredging included

AD Ports Group and Emirates Global ‎Aluminium (EGA) have signed an ‎agreement to enhance EGA’s dedicated berth at Khalifa Port.‎ Under the agreement, AD Ports Group and EGA will jointly ‎invest AED 84 million ($22.8 million) in a multi-phase berth enhancement program to upgrade EGA’s ‎dedicated port

Dredging projects that changed the world – Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah

Say ‘Dubai’ and many people will automatically picture the palm-shaped island – Palm Jumeirah. This artificial island off the coast of Dubai can be seen from space and is one of the major tourist attractions of the United Arab Emirates. The project offers an unparalleled example of dredging and land

NMDC Infra signs contract to build emergency lagoon in Abu Dhabi

NMDC Group said that NMDC Infra, a wholly owned subsidiary, has signed a contract with TAQA Water Solutions Company, a unit of Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), for the construction of an emergency Lagoon for the Abu Dhabi region. According to a statement to the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange

Historic Jeddah Waterfront Project enters second phase, dredging included

Saudi Arabia’s Historic Jeddah Waterfront Rehabilitation Project has entered its second phase, with construction underway on a 972-metre marine quay. This work is part of wider efforts to restore Al Arbaeen Lagoon and revitalize the city’s historic waterfront. The project, implemented under the Hist

Jan De Nul: Icon of Dubai in full development

Palm Jebel Ali is one of the most ambitious development projects in Dubai. The artificial island is designed in the shape of a gigantic palm tree, with a central trunk and sixteen leaves. The project is part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which focuses on large‑scale and well‑connected communi

Record year for Jan De Nul

Jan De Nul published its annual figures today, reporting record turnover for the fourth year running. With a total turnover of €4.24 billion, Jan De Nul recorded a 6% increase compared to 2024. EBITDA rose from €777 million in 2024 to €812 million in 2025, following the same trend. Net profit rose b