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Ducks Unlimited Texas Beneficial Use Master Plan

Ducks Unlimited Texas Beneficial Use Master Plan

TX, United States

Ducks Unlimited (DU) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are pleased to announce the initiation of a Texas Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Master Plan, or TEXBUMP. Stakeholders who have an interest in natural resources restoration along the Texas coast using dredged material are invited to participate and provide input on this Texas-wide… Read More

The Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry: Delivering Safety on America’s Waterways

The Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry: Delivering Safety on America’s Waterways

United States

The tugboat, towboat and barge industry’s commitment to safety is at the core of who we are. We move 700 million tons of cargo each year, all while prioritizing the safety of mariners, the communities we serve, and the environment. We’re proud to have the lowest injury and fatality rate among major modes of freight… Read More

CPRA Receives Two Largest Grants Ever Awarded by RESTORE Council: over $300 million

CPRA Receives Two Largest Grants Ever Awarded by RESTORE Council: over $300 million

LA, United States

The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) is now the recipient of the two largest grants ever awarded by the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (RESTORE Council). This distinction comes following the announcement of the receipt of a $130 million grant to partially fund the River Reintroduction into Maurepas Swamp project and the recently… Read More

Louisiana coastal authority sends $1.7 billion restoration, flood reduction plan to Legislature

Louisiana coastal authority sends $1.7 billion restoration, flood reduction plan to Legislature

LA, United States

A record $1.71 billion annual spending plan for coastal restoration and hurricane protection was unanimously approved for fiscal year 2025 this week by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority board of directors. The plan includes more than $480 million for the controversial Mid-Barataria and Mid-Breton sediment diversions. A series of public hearings had already been held on the plan,… Read More


Company & People News | Dredge Mining

Tri-Pump and Ellicott Dredge Technologies (EDT) Forge Exclusive Partnership to Enhance Efficiency in African Mining Sector

World ,

Tri-Pump, a leading provider of pumping solutions in Africa, proudly announces an exclusive distributor agreement with Ellicott Dredge Technologies (EDT), a global leader in dredging solutions. This strategic partnership aims to address the unique challenges faced by the mining sector in Africa through the implementation of innovative dredging technology. The distributor agreement between EDT and Tri-Pump is purposed to cover key African regions, including… Read More

Ducks Unlimited Texas Beneficial Use Master Plan

TX, United States

Ducks Unlimited (DU) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are pleased to announce the initiation of a Texas Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Master Plan, or TEXBUMP. Stakeholders who have an interest in natural resources restoration along the Texas coast using dredged material are invited to participate and provide input on this Texas-wide… Read More

CPRA Receives Two Largest Grants Ever Awarded by RESTORE Council: over $300 million

LA, United States

The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) is now the recipient of the two largest grants ever awarded by the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (RESTORE Council). This distinction comes following the announcement of the receipt of a $130 million grant to partially fund the River Reintroduction into Maurepas Swamp project and the recently… Read More

APM Terminals renews leadership in the Americas and Mexico region

Mexico , United States

APM Terminals has appointed Marliz Bermúdez the new Head of Investments for the Americas Region, and Beatriz Yera as the Managing Director for APM Terminals in Mexico, effective 15 April 2024. With these new appointments, APM Terminals reaffirms its goal of becoming the best terminal company in the Americas with innovation, digitisation, and cutting-edge technology…. Read More


Events & Conferences

American Shore & Beach Preservation Association Hosts Coastal Summit in Washington DC, March 26-28

WA, United States

Washington, DC – The American Shore & Beach Preservation Association invites coastal advocates and stakeholders to join the ASBPA Coastal Summit 2024 “Shaping Coastal Futures: Implementing Science-Based Resilience Policies” from Tuesday, March 26th to Thursday, March 28th at the National Association of Counties Building in Washington, DC. The Coastal Summit provides a platform to advocate for… Read More

Great Lakes Dredging Team Webinar

United States

Please join us April 3, 2024 from 10:00-12:00 EST for an informational webinar regarding monitoring, modeling, and anticipating changes in shoaling patterns based on climate change and coastal processes: Implications for Great Lakes navigation system maintenance. We have several excellent speakers from NOAA and USACE lined up to discuss ice cover trends in the Great… Read More

Regional Best Construction Practices for Beneficial Use of Dredged Material

OH, United States

This is the fourth of four regional workshops being conducted to create a nationally relevant report that details the state of the science of BUDM construction and proposes a research path to help achieve the USACE goal of 70% BU by the year 2030. The purpose of the workshop series is to initiate the research… Read More

WEDA Eastern Chapter Announces Registration for their Fall Conference in Baltimore, Md.

MD, United States

Eastern Chapter The Eastern Chapter of WEDA represents Bermuda, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida (East Coast) Georgia (Eastern), Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Virgin Islands and Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Canada. 2024 WEDA Eastern Chapter Annual Meeting … Read More


Maritime hires and promotions

APM Terminals renews leadership in the Americas and Mexico region

Mexico , United States

APM Terminals has appointed Marliz Bermúdez the new Head of Investments for the Americas Region, and Beatriz Yera as the Managing Director for APM Terminals in Mexico, effective 15 April 2024. With these new appointments, APM Terminals reaffirms its goal of becoming the best terminal company in the Americas with innovation, digitisation, and cutting-edge technology…. Read More

McDermott Names Linda Borne Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

TX, United States

HOUSTON, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — McDermott today announced Linda Borne has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Borne previously served as Vice President of Human Resources (HR) and a member of the company’s executive committee since 2023, leading the global HR team and progressing McDermott’s People Strategy. Borne joined the McDermott HR… Read More

Bangor logistics firm appoints Joe Marriner for business development role

ME, United States

Lynch Logistics Inc., a Bangor logistics company, has appointed Joe Marriner as a business development executive. In this role, he will work closely with clients to offer them innovative solutions that reduce costs, improve efficiency and enhance business satisfaction. “My role in business development allows me to be constantly getting to know new customers and help find… Read More

Ports of Indiana hires general counsel, promotes director, welcomes returning Mt. Vernon port official

IN, United States

Ports of Indiana has made three key personnel moves to support strategic expansion. The changes included hiring Doug Kowalski as General Counsel, promoting Julie Petree as Director of Project Delivery and welcoming back Kasia Kaffenberger to the Mount Vernon port as Billing and Office Coordinator. “These three individuals will play critical roles as we strive… Read More


Offshore Wind Power News

Maersk Supply Service Partners with Edison Chouest to Speed Up Offshore Wind Installations in the U.S.

United States

Maersk Supply Service has partnered with Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO) to speed up the installation of offshore wind farms in the United States. The partnership centers on unique a windfarm feeder concept specifically designed for Maersk Supply Service’s next-generation Wind Installation Vessel (WIV). The partnership will see the construction of a purpose-built windfarm feeder spread consisting of two… Read More

BOEM Announces Environmental Review of Proposed Wind Energy Project Offshore New Jersey

NJ, United States

In support of the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management today announced it will initiate the environmental review of a proposed wind energy project offshore New Jersey, which would deliver clean renewable energy to the region. On March 18, BOEM… Read More

BOEM Finalizes Wind Energy Area in the Gulf of Maine and Announces Upcoming Environmental Review of Potential Offshore Wind Leasing Activities

ME, United States

In support of the Biden-Harris administration’s goals for deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030 and 15 GW of floating offshore wind energy capacity by 2035, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced it finalized its designation of a Wind Energy Area (WEA) in the Gulf of Maine. The… Read More

ACP Announces Completion of South Fork Offshore Wind

NY, United States

SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., March 14, 2024 – The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, after New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and representatives from Orsted and Eversource commemorated the completion of South Fork Wind, New York’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm: “Bringing clean, emissions-free offshore… Read More


Port News

Skanska wins US$59 million port project

VA, United States

The contractor, along with its joint venture partner McLean Contracting Company, recently signed a contract with the Port of Virginia for the provision of upgrades to the Norfolk International Terminals (NIT) in Norfolk, Virginia. The NIT is a semi-automated container terminal that comprises three different sections; the North terminal, the South terminal and the Central… Read More

Rep. Carbajal Delivers $26 Million for Central Coast Harbors and Ports

CA, United States

The federal funding deal signed into law by President Joe Biden last Friday includes nearly $26 million set aside for Central Coast harbors and ports to fund dredging and other upkeep work. The funding was sought by Congressman Salud Carbajal over the past year of negotiations over the federal budget for Fiscal Year 2024. “The… Read More

US sanctions oil tankers, targeting Iranian funding for Russian, Houthi arms

World ,

The US Department of Treasury Feb. 27 outlined a set of new sanctions targeting Iran’s support of Russia and the Houthi rebels, including new sanctions on two oil tankers that Treasury alleges have helped fund Iran’s military activities. The measures are targeted to Iran’s involvement with regional terror groups and Russia’s military supply chains, said… Read More

USACE Baltimore gets $124M for harbor dredging and Chesapeake Bay ecosystem restoration

MD, United States

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District is receiving about $124 million to dredge the Baltimore Harbor, continue aquatic ecosystem restoration that benefits the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed, and operate and maintain floor risk management projects throughout the mid-Atlantic region, according to the President’s budget for fiscal year 2025. The President’s budget… Read More


Project Updates & Industry Developments

Wrightsville Beach renourishment project complete

NC, United States

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – After a slew of setbacks and fights for federal funding, the Wrightsville Beach renourishment project is complete. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spent the last two months adding more than one million cubic yards of sand to the shoreline, which makes the beach about 200 feet wider. “At the… Read More

San Clemente’s delayed sand project set to resume end of April

CA, United States

A major sand replenishment project aimed at bolstering San Clemente’s beaches near the pier area will resume by the end of April, following a pause in operations since mid-January due to rocks being pumped onto shore instead of sand. The $14 million, US Army Corps of Engineers-led project more than two decades in the making is expected to add… Read More

The Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry: Delivering Safety on America’s Waterways

United States

The tugboat, towboat and barge industry’s commitment to safety is at the core of who we are. We move 700 million tons of cargo each year, all while prioritizing the safety of mariners, the communities we serve, and the environment. We’re proud to have the lowest injury and fatality rate among major modes of freight… Read More

Gulf of Maine Coastal Program 2023 Accomplishments

ME, United States

The Gulf of Maine Coastal Program’s dedicated staff collaborate with numerous partners to achieve meaningful conservation that is important to fish, wildlife, and people in the Gulf of Maine watershed. We want to highlight a few of the projects and successes that made 2023 a great year. Habitat Protection in the Gulf of Maine Watershed… Read More


Shipbuilding | Marine Products | Technology

Austal USA: Large USV To Undergo Operational Trials With US Navy

AL, United States

Austal USA has launched a new large unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for ocean mapping and maritime domain awareness missions. The 65-foot (20-metre) USV was developed by unmanned systems specialist Saildrone. The vessel is powered by wind energy, solar energy, and a diesel generator for long-range, long-endurance missions in the open ocean. Austal is currently… Read More

Austal USA Delivers Future USS Kingsville (LCS 36)

AL, United States

Mobile, Ala. – Austal USA delivered the future USS Kingsville (LCS 36) to the U.S. Navy March 1, 2024. Kingsville is the 18th Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) delivered by the company and the first U.S. Navy vessel to be named after the Texas city home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and directly tied to the… Read More

Wärtsilä collaborates with leading naval engineering firm to reduce port emissions across North America

World ,

Technology group Wärtsilä has entered into a collaboration agreement with Seattle, USA based naval architecture and marine engineering firm, Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG), to further develop EBDG’s Clean Harbor Alternative Mobile Power (CHAMP) Barge design. Featuring Wärtsilä’s methanol engine technology, the collaboration introduces a cost-effective solution to reduce emissions from large vessels in situations… Read More

The impact of robotics on logistics and supply chain management

World ,

The logistics and supply chain industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the integration of robotics and automation. Robotics is revolutionizing the way goods are stored, transported, and delivered, resulting in more efficient and streamlined supply chain operations. This article explores the profound impact of robotics on logistics and supply chain management. Warehouse automation… Read More


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“Difficult to abate”: the growth of new fuels in aviation and shipping

World ,

Transport by air and sea depends on engines that usually run on fossil fuels, increasing CO₂ emissions. Even though road transport emissions remain more significant, shipping and aviation account for 12% and 11%, respectively, according to an analysis by GlobalData, Offshore Technology Focus’s parent company. The International Energy Agency’s (IEA’s) aviation tracking data found that around half of… Read More

Top Largest & Busiest American Ports

United States

There are over 360 commercial ports in the U.S. alone, and more than 800 ports across the globe. Ports serve as pivotal nodes in the United States’ supply chain infrastructure, particularly in their specialized roles of cargo handling and container handling at dedicated container terminals. These functions are crucial for the smooth operation of logistics and manufacturing sectors. Many American… Read More

Six northeast Democratic state governors warn Biden that wind projects need federal help

MD, United States

Absent intervention, these near-term projects are increasingly at risk of failing,” the governors wrote. Offshore wind projects need more federal funding and planning assistance to ensure they get built, the Democratic governors of six northeastern states told the Biden administration, warning that a cornerstone of the climate change fight could be in jeopardy. President Joe… Read More

Learn About and How La. Spanish Moss Restoration Project was Completed

LA, United States

Spanish Pass Louisiana’s largest ridge and marsh restoration project ever constructed is complete! Learn more about the project and the work it took to get it done. Thanks to our partners at Weeks Marine, Inc., Baird & Associates, Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, and others for their support on this project! 


Upcoming Projects | Contracts | Tenders

Wrightsville Beach renourishment project complete

NC, United States

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – After a slew of setbacks and fights for federal funding, the Wrightsville Beach renourishment project is complete. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spent the last two months adding more than one million cubic yards of sand to the shoreline, which makes the beach about 200 feet wider. “At the… Read More

Emergency dredging in Hatteras Inlet will continue through March as Waterways Commission seeks to make dredging easier in the future

NC, United States

After desperately needed emergency dredging in the Hatteras Ferry Channel was nearly impeded last month by a time-consuming permit requirement, members of the Dare County Waterways Commission on Monday applauded the remarkably fast resolution that allowed the project to start. “I think this was a very productive couple of months, or couple of weeks, especially,”… Read More

USACE Baltimore gets $124M for harbor dredging and Chesapeake Bay ecosystem restoration

MD, United States

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District is receiving about $124 million to dredge the Baltimore Harbor, continue aquatic ecosystem restoration that benefits the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed, and operate and maintain floor risk management projects throughout the mid-Atlantic region, according to the President’s budget for fiscal year 2025. The President’s budget… Read More

GLDD awarded $9.2 million maintenance dredging contract in St. Lucie, FL

FL, United States

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. LLC, Houston, Texas, was awarded a $9,295,100 firm-fixed-price contract for maintenance dredging. Bids were solicited via the internet with five received. Work will be performed in St. Lucie, Florida, with an estimated completion date of Aug. 28, 2024. Fiscal 2022 civil construction funds in the amount of $9,295,100 were… Read More


USACE

Wrightsville Beach renourishment project complete

NC, United States

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – After a slew of setbacks and fights for federal funding, the Wrightsville Beach renourishment project is complete. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spent the last two months adding more than one million cubic yards of sand to the shoreline, which makes the beach about 200 feet wider. “At the… Read More

Emergency dredging in Hatteras Inlet will continue through March as Waterways Commission seeks to make dredging easier in the future

NC, United States

After desperately needed emergency dredging in the Hatteras Ferry Channel was nearly impeded last month by a time-consuming permit requirement, members of the Dare County Waterways Commission on Monday applauded the remarkably fast resolution that allowed the project to start. “I think this was a very productive couple of months, or couple of weeks, especially,”… Read More

USACE Baltimore gets $124M for harbor dredging and Chesapeake Bay ecosystem restoration

MD, United States

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District is receiving about $124 million to dredge the Baltimore Harbor, continue aquatic ecosystem restoration that benefits the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed, and operate and maintain floor risk management projects throughout the mid-Atlantic region, according to the President’s budget for fiscal year 2025. The President’s budget… Read More

GLDD awarded $9.2 million maintenance dredging contract in St. Lucie, FL

FL, United States

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. LLC, Houston, Texas, was awarded a $9,295,100 firm-fixed-price contract for maintenance dredging. Bids were solicited via the internet with five received. Work will be performed in St. Lucie, Florida, with an estimated completion date of Aug. 28, 2024. Fiscal 2022 civil construction funds in the amount of $9,295,100 were… Read More


Videos | C-Suite Interviews

“Difficult to abate”: the growth of new fuels in aviation and shipping

World ,

Transport by air and sea depends on engines that usually run on fossil fuels, increasing CO₂ emissions. Even though road transport emissions remain more significant, shipping and aviation account for 12% and 11%, respectively, according to an analysis by GlobalData, Offshore Technology Focus’s parent company. The International Energy Agency’s (IEA’s) aviation tracking data found that around half of… Read More

DREDGEWIRE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Chris Gunsten, Senior VP of Project Services & Fleet Engineering, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock

World , United States

GLDD recently launched the Cape Hatteras and the Cape Canaveral Damen 3013 Multicats, that were built at Conrad shipyard. DredgeWire sat down with Chris Gunsten, Senior VP of Project Services & Fleet Engineering to discuss their new Damen 3013 Multicats. DW: Why did GLDD not build their own Multicats? CG: Over many years GLDD has… Read More

Top Largest & Busiest American Ports

United States

There are over 360 commercial ports in the U.S. alone, and more than 800 ports across the globe. Ports serve as pivotal nodes in the United States’ supply chain infrastructure, particularly in their specialized roles of cargo handling and container handling at dedicated container terminals. These functions are crucial for the smooth operation of logistics and manufacturing sectors. Many American… Read More

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