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Damen Dredging delivers CSD simulator to BIWTA, Bangladesh
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Damen Dredging delivers CSD simulator to BIWTA, Bangladesh

Damen Dredging has delivered a state-of-the-art cutter suction dredger (CSD) simulator to BIWTA in Bangladesh. The CSD sim has been installed in the BIWTA ’Dredge Training Centre’, and offers an immersive experience due to the three 75”screens and the real operators chair. According to Damen, “the t

about 3 months ago
Herman Senior lays keel for DP2 MPV Smokey at Albwardy Damen UAE
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Herman Senior lays keel for DP2 MPV Smokey at Albwardy Damen UAE

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Herman Senior has laid keel for its new DP2 Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) Smokey at the Albwardy Damen shipyard in the United Arab Emirates. In accordance with maritime tradition, two coins were welded onto the keel by owners Chris van Dodewaard and Erwin van Dodewaard. Reflecting both the vessel’s Dut

about 8 months ago
DEME’s Environmental segment reports EUR 200M turnover
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DEME’s Environmental segment reports EUR 200M turnover

In its latest Trading Update Q3 2025, DEME said that their Environmental segment reported a turnover of 200 million euros year-to-date. In the Netherlands, DEME announced a long-term contract for the reinforcement of the Lekdijk, with works started in September 2025 and completion expected in 2027.

about 9 months ago
Enhancing biodiversity at Hengistbury Head by Boskalis
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Enhancing biodiversity at Hengistbury Head by Boskalis

Enhancing biodiversity in a given area is never an exact science. Even with a well-considered plan for installing artificial reefs or shelters for marine life and shellfish, there is always a degree of uncertainty about whether species will truly make it their home. According to Boskalis, this was t

about 9 months ago
The Ameland-Oost nourishment: A pioneering step in coastal management
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The Ameland-Oost nourishment: A pioneering step in coastal management

Last summer marked a milestone for the SOURCE project: the first Living Lab transitioned from design to full-scale realisation. At Ameland-Oost, a shoreface nourishment is being constructed that will not only strengthen the coast but also serve as a unique scientific test site for the coming years.

about 10 months ago
Vuyk Engineering develops concept design for a next-generation dredger
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Vuyk Engineering develops concept design for a next-generation dredger

The maritime design house, Vuyk Engineering Rotterdam has developed conceptual design plans for a new Trailing Suction Grab Hopper Dredger for UK Dredging. The aim of the project was to explore how a new vessel could meet today’s operational demands while significantly improving efficiency, versatil

about 10 months ago
DEME Environmental Segment delivers EUR142M turnover
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DEME Environmental Segment delivers EUR142M turnover

DEME Group announced its half-year 2025 results recently, saying that their Environmental Segment delivered a turnover of 142 million euros and EBITDA of 22 million euros for a margin of 15%. Order book remained stable at 322 million euros while the team continued to work on opportunities in the Ben

about 11 months ago
Royal IHC technology word of the month: Fuel reformers
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Royal IHC technology word of the month: Fuel reformers

Hydrogen and fuel cells can enable zero-emission ship operations, but their sailing range is limited, Royal IHC said. Alternative fuels such as ammonia, methanol and methane offer a much greater range, but they rely on combustion engines and therefore emit nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx)

about 1 year ago
Boskalis: Spotlight on Rotterdam Reef
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Boskalis: Spotlight on Rotterdam Reef

Two years ago, Boskalis installed 17 Lego-like artificial reef blocks on the banks of the Nieuwe Waterweg in the Port of Rotterdam using their crane barge Kreeft. These reef blocks, designed and produced by the Dutch start-up Reefy, are there to serve two purposes: Now, two years later, the results

about 1 year ago
Rijkswaterstaat investigates the effects of sand extraction
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Rijkswaterstaat investigates the effects of sand extraction

Rijkswaterstaat is launching a large-scale study into the effects of sand extraction on underwater nature near Ameland. Measuring frames with sensors will be placed on the seabed at 3 locations to the north of the Wadden Island. Also, soil samples will be taken and analyzed during the research, whic

about 1 year ago
Jan De Nul launches European research project DuneFront
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Jan De Nul launches European research project DuneFront

Jan De Nul Group, together with its partners, has launched the DuneFront — a new European research project that leads the way for using nature-based coastal protection across Europe and beyond. Traditional coastal protection systems, such as concrete seawalls and dikes, are increasingly proving inad

about 1 year ago
Maritime Robotics delivers two USVs to DEME
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Maritime Robotics delivers two USVs to DEME

DEME Group has strengthened its fleet with the addition of two advanced uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) delivered by Norway’s Maritime Robotics. The delivery includes the two-meter Otter USV and the larger, six-meter Mariner USV. According to Maritime Robotics, the Otter USV is a fully electric cata

about 1 year ago
An aerial photo of the exhibition floor at Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2023
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One week to go: 400+ exhibitors from offshore energy industry to gather in Amsterdam

The following is a press release from Navingo BV, the owner of Dredging Today and organizer of the annual Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference (OEEC). More than 400 exhibitors and co-exhibitors booked their spots at OEEC 2024 Businesses and organizations from across the offshore energy sector and

about 1 year ago
USV VO:X Barentsz makes its debut in Port of Scheveningen
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USV VO:X Barentsz makes its debut in Port of Scheveningen

The autonomous survey USV VO:X Barentsz (a ??? ????? 7m USV type) made its debut in the Port of Scheveningen this week. “Under the watchful eyes of our engineers, the port authority along with Van Oord Survey department staff, we observed its smooth sailing, stability and maneuverability on the wate

about 2 years ago