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Congress Tells Pentagon $20.8B FY 2026 Shipbuilding Funding is Insufficient, ‘Highly Unusual’ HAC-D Bill Adds $16B for Ships

Congress Tells Pentagon $20.8B FY 2026 Shipbuilding Funding is Insufficient, ‘Highly Unusual’ HAC-D Bill Adds $16B for Ships

United States

In two hearings on Tuesday, legislators in the House and Senate told Pentagon and Navy leadership the planned $20.8 billion budget for shipbuilding in the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 is insufficient, with the House defense appropriators proposing boosting the total to $36.9 billion in a draft spending bill. Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) called the funding… Read More

Eroding Sands Continue To Plague A Beach In Sussex County

Eroding Sands Continue To Plague A Beach In Sussex County

DE, United States

SUSSEX COUNTY, De. — The north beach at the Indian River Inlet looks much different than it did just a few months ago. Natural causes have quickly undone the work of 480,000 cubic yards of sand pumped onto the beach in late 2024 and early 2025. Source

Why dredging is important in Berrien County harbors

Why dredging is important in Berrien County harbors

MI, United States

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. — Dredging has been going on in Berrien County since the start of June thanks to low winds and pleasant weather, but why do we need to dredge in the first place? “So, at New Buffalo harbor you know there is significant economy built around marine usage around this harbor, so that’s… Read More

Austal Disputes Hanwha’s Claims About U.S. Regulatory Approval for 100% Ownership

Austal Disputes Hanwha’s Claims About U.S. Regulatory Approval for 100% Ownership

United States

Australian shipbuilder Austal Limited (ASX: ASB) has challenged South Korean defense giant Hanwha Group’s announcement regarding U.S. regulatory approval for increased ownership, creating uncertainty around the potential acquisition. In a statement released Tuesday, Austal revealed that while Hanwha claims to have received approval from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to increase its… Read More


Company & People News | Dredge Mining

Chaney Enterprises headquarters shifts to Annapolis

MD, United States

Chaney Enterprises relocated its corporate headquarters from Gambrills, Maryland, to a newly renovated four-story building in Annapolis. “This move isn’t just about a new building – it’s a testament to the strength and growth of our company and the incredible people who make it all possible,” says Francis Hall Chaney III, CEO of Chaney Enterprises. “We’ve built… Read More

William “Bill” Paape, Associate Administrator for Ports and Waterways

United States

William “Bill” Paape, a member of the Senior Executive Service, became the Associate Administrator for Ports & Waterways on June 7, 2020. In this capacity, Mr. Paape directs a national port infrastructure modernization program in excess of $2 billion. Discretionary grant port programs and other programs managed by Mr. Paape include: Rebuilding American Infrastructure with… Read More

Kaleris Acquires Locus Software

GA, United States

Acquisition creates the most comprehensive carrier management system on the market, offers unmatched cargo movement visibility across shipper, carrier and terminal activities (ATLANTA) – Kaleris, a global provider of leading supply chain optimization technology, today announced the acquisition of Locus Software, an operations management system for carriers. The acquisition expands Kaleris’ offering for ocean carriers and shipping… Read More

Veteran-Owned Logistics Company Launches in Louisiana

LA, United States

A new logistics firm, Gulf of America Logistics (GOAL), has officially launched in Louisiana, bringing U.S.-based, veteran-owned solutions to the Gulf Coast’s booming capital project market. Headquartered in Bossier City, GOAL arrives amid a surge of large-scale investments in energy, infrastructure, and industrial developments across the region. Led by managing partner Brent Patterson, a U.S…. Read More


Events & Conferences

Trimble Announces their 2025 Dimensions User Conference in November in Las Vegas

NV, United States

This summer, we’ll reveal the lineup of Dimensions sessions that will boost your competence—and your confidence—in using Trimble solutions to solve problems, improve workflows, and get the job done, better. With the session catalog in hand, you’ll find numerous opportunities at Dimensions to explore the latest insights, trends, tips and tricks that will propel you… Read More

ASBPA National Coastal Conference 2025

CA, United States

“Coasts on the Leading Edge: Bridging Science, Policy and Community” October 7-10, 2025 Long Beach, California Call for Abstracts Now Open Closes June 1st The American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), in partnership with the California Shore & Beach Preservation Association (CSBPA) Headwaters to Oceans (H2O) conference, announces a Call for Abstracts for the… Read More

WODCON XXIV 24th World Dredging Congress & Exposition

CA, United States

24th World Dredging Congress & Exposition “Dredging Towards a More Resilient Future” June 23-27, 2025 Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel REGISTRATION PORTAL About the Conference The 24th World Dredging Congress & Exposition is a technical conference organized by the World Organization of Dredging Associations (WODA) to promote the exchange of knowledge in fields related to… Read More

AGC of California Announces Constructor Award Winners

CA, United States

AGC of California awarded Constructor Awards to industry leaders for their excellence and innovation in construction projects. Winners included companies such as Granite Construction and Turner Construction, along with individuals recognized for their contributions to advancing construction education and industry collaboration. The Associated General Contractors of California (AGC of California) hosted its 2025 Installation &… Read More


Maritime hires and promotions

William “Bill” Paape, Associate Administrator for Ports and Waterways

United States

William “Bill” Paape, a member of the Senior Executive Service, became the Associate Administrator for Ports & Waterways on June 7, 2020. In this capacity, Mr. Paape directs a national port infrastructure modernization program in excess of $2 billion. Discretionary grant port programs and other programs managed by Mr. Paape include: Rebuilding American Infrastructure with… Read More

Hornblower Group Appoints Shull Autin as Chief Maritime Officer

FL, United States

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hornblower Group, a global leader in maritime hospitality and transportation, is proud to announce the appointment of Shull Autin as its new Chief Maritime Officer. With over 30 years of maritime experience spanning marine logistics, offshore operations, safety, and environmental compliance, Autin joins Hornblower at a pivotal time in the company’s continued evolution. In his… Read More

Orion Group Holdings Appoints Alison Vasquez as CFO

TX, United States

HOUSTON, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (“Orion” or the “Company”), a leading specialty construction company, today announced that Scott Thanisch, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will depart the Company to pursue another opportunity. Alison Vasquez, a seasoned leader with deep financial leadership experience, will join Orion as the Company’s Executive Vice… Read More

Suzanne Plezia Named Port of Long Beach Engineering Managing Director

CA, United States

The Port of Long Beach has promoted Suzanne Plezia, P.E., to Managing Director of Engineering Services to succeed Sean Gamette, P.E., who earlier this spring announced his retirement. Plezia has been the Port’s Senior Director of the Engineering Services Bureau and Chief Harbor Engineer since April 2017. Plezia will lead the Port’s Engineering Bureau, which… Read More


Offshore Wind Power News

Trump’s War on Offshore Wind Claims New Victim as New Jersey Project Collapses

NJ, United States

Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind has terminated its 1.5-gigawatt offshore wind project in New Jersey, marking a significant setback for the U.S. offshore wind industry amid mounting federal opposition. The project, which would have powered more than 700,000 homes, fell victim to a series of aggressive policy measures by the Trump administration aimed at dismantling the domestic offshore… Read More

US Wind clears last hurdle for Maryland project

MD, United States

US Wind has received an air quality permit for its Maryland offshore wind project, clearing the way for construction to begin. The project had received the go-ahead from the federal government last December, but was awaiting the final required permit from the state. The Maryland Department of the Environment, Air and Radiation Administration said it… Read More

Canada’s offshore wind ‘superpower’ ramp as Trump tanks US market

Canada

Nova Scotia is pushing a dramatic, eightfold increase of its offshore wind goals to 40GW in response to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s aim to transform Canada into an “energy superpower”, local media reported yesterday. The US’ northern neighbour is pushing offshore wind in its Atlantic provinces as a significant source of power generation, including setting… Read More

Debate heats up as Ocean City wind farm moves forward

MD, United States

The Maryland Department of the Environment has made a final determination to approve permits for Baltimore-based US Wind Inc. to build the first large-scale offshore wind project near Ocean City. According to MDE, “The proposed construction and commissioning of the offshore wind project would not cause violations of any applicable air pollution control regulations.” The decision, issued… Read More


Port News

Trump’s trade war impacting Virginia’s port, reshoring hopes

VA, United States

As President Donald Trump’s tariff wars heat up, Virginia businesses and the industries that support them are feeling the burn. That’s according to the Virginia Advisory Committee on International Trade that met in Richmond Tuesday. When the committee last met in April, the word of the day was uncertainty. And according to Riverwind Advisors investment firm… Read More

Gov. Landry vetoes Senate oversight for his Port of New Orleans board choices

LA, United States

A bill that attempted to add a layer of legislative oversight to the governor’s picks for the Port of New Orleans board was officially sunk Monday with Gov. Landry’s veto pen. Senate Bill 89 by Sen. Joseph Bouie, D-New Orleans, would have required the Senate to approve the governor’s picks for members of the Board of… Read More

Ports Projects Moving Ahead

CA, United States

Leaders at The Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach focus on infrastructure projects as trade threats disrupt cargo So far this year, it’s been month after month of new records for the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach. Even as each port finalizes their May cargo numbers – which… Read More

Georgia Ports welcomes new Moran tugs to Port of Brunswick

GA, United States

SAVANNAH, Ga., June 6, 2025 – Moran Towing Company has added a new tugboat to its fleet at the Port of Brunswick. The Shiney V. Moran joins the Diane Moran as the company’s two newest tugs supporting Brunswick ship operations. In 2024, GPA’s Brunswick terminals handled 733 vessel calls, including 614 from Roll-on/Roll-off vessels, 89 breakbulk carriers and… Read More


Project Updates & Industry Developments

Mexico Beach accumulates 14.5 tons of seashells following restoration project

FL, United States

PANAMA CITY, Fla. – For months, Mexico Beach has been hard at work with its beach restoration project, which pumped about a million cubic yards of sand onto the beach, lengthening the shoreline by one hundred fifty feet. “The beach restoration project is something that is going to give the upland structures protection from future… Read More

Eroding Sands Continue To Plague A Beach In Sussex County

DE, United States

SUSSEX COUNTY, De. — The north beach at the Indian River Inlet looks much different than it did just a few months ago. Natural causes have quickly undone the work of 480,000 cubic yards of sand pumped onto the beach in late 2024 and early 2025. Source

Sanibel City Council discusses proposed dredging project, more

FL, United States

The Sanibel City Council discussed a proposed special assessment to fund dredging in the Wulfert Channel and Dinkins Bayou area at its recent meeting, as well as approved a study related to the Sanibel Causeway and one focused on speed limits for three roadways. On June 2, the council considered a resolution that would declare… Read More

Bringing Together Wetland Restoration Stakeholders in the Great Lakes

United States

Status : Completed States Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin Ecosystem Lake, Wetland Subject Landscape conservation         Wetland restoration The Great Lakes Assembly (Assembly) is a partnership of over 25 federal, state, provincial, and interstate agencies, tribes, NGOs, and universities working together to achieve healthy Great Lakes coasts and communities. The Assembly… Read More


Sand & Gravel News

Chaney Enterprises headquarters shifts to Annapolis

MD, United States

Chaney Enterprises relocated its corporate headquarters from Gambrills, Maryland, to a newly renovated four-story building in Annapolis. “This move isn’t just about a new building – it’s a testament to the strength and growth of our company and the incredible people who make it all possible,” says Francis Hall Chaney III, CEO of Chaney Enterprises. “We’ve built… Read More

Ministry of Mining approved Summerland gravel pit despite environmental ministry biologist recommending against

Canada

An environmental review from the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship on a contentious Summerland-area gravel mine that was approved by the province has come to light. In documents obtained by the Garnet Valley Tourism Association through a Freedom of Information request, it is clear that a biologist strongly recommended against authorization of the… Read More

Heidelberg Materials NA, Completes Acquisition of Giant Cement & its Subsidiaries

TX, United States

Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. and its subsidiaries, Giant Cement Company, Dragon Products Company and Giant Resource Recovery Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries, Giant Cement Company, Dragon… Read More

Sand and gravel mine near Finley gets DNR approval

MO, United States

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources approves permits for mining operations. The open pit mine in Christian County will take sand and gravel from near a bank of the Finley halfway between Highlandville and Nixa. A contentious sand and gravel mine off the Finley River in Christian County has been approved by the Missouri Department… Read More


Shipbuilding | Marine Products | Technology

Congress Tells Pentagon $20.8B FY 2026 Shipbuilding Funding is Insufficient, ‘Highly Unusual’ HAC-D Bill Adds $16B for Ships

United States

In two hearings on Tuesday, legislators in the House and Senate told Pentagon and Navy leadership the planned $20.8 billion budget for shipbuilding in the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 is insufficient, with the House defense appropriators proposing boosting the total to $36.9 billion in a draft spending bill. Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) called the funding… Read More

Georgia Ports welcomes new Moran tugs to Port of Brunswick

GA, United States

SAVANNAH, Ga., June 6, 2025 – Moran Towing Company has added a new tugboat to its fleet at the Port of Brunswick. The Shiney V. Moran joins the Diane Moran as the company’s two newest tugs supporting Brunswick ship operations. In 2024, GPA’s Brunswick terminals handled 733 vessel calls, including 614 from Roll-on/Roll-off vessels, 89 breakbulk carriers and… Read More

Why South Korea Is Key to US Shipbuilding Strategy

United States

The U.S. Navy desperately needs help. Today, it maintains fewer than 300 ships—a staggering fall from the 1,200 it boasted at the end of World War II. The shipbuilding industry is in similar lackluster condition, having been in decline for decades. Currently, the Navy operates only four shipyards, with all others having closed. Those that are active are old, underfunded,… Read More

Vigor Completes Historic Hybrid-Electric Conversion of Washington State Ferry Wenatchee

WA, United States

Vigor Marine Seattle, the Pacific Northwest’s premier ship maintenance and modernization company, today announced the successful completion of the Wenatchee hybrid-electric conversion project, marking a major milestone in Washington State Ferries’ (WSF) effort to modernize its aging fleet and reduce carbon emissions. The 202-vehicle Wenatchee, one of the three largest ferries in the WSF system and now… Read More


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Virgin Islands, St. Thomas harbor Dredging Delayed Due to Lack of Bids

Virgin Islands (U.S.)

A long-discussed plan to dredge St. Thomas Harbor to make way for massive Oasis-class cruise ships is on hold, after the V.I. Port Authority did not receive any responses to an invitation to bid on the project. Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. mentioned the lack of bids during Tuesday’s press briefing. Bryan spoke remotely from Miami… Read More

Gator Dredging to Start Volusia, Fl. Maintenance Dredge Project

FL, United States

Chris Gollon Starting on March 10th, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be beginning a dredging project off Volusia County, in tandem with the county government and the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND). The first stage of the project, which starts on March 10th, will entail the delivery and installation of a temporary dredge… Read More


Upcoming Projects | Contracts | Tenders

Jacksonville District’s Brigida Sanchez Selected for ERDC University

MS, United States

VICKSBURG, Miss. – Brigida Sanchez, a multimedia specialist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District, has been selected for the 2025 session of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC-U). Now in its tenth year, the professional development initiative designed to encourage collaboration and technology transfer, welcomed participants from five… Read More

The Legacy of America’s Engineers in the Middle East

United States

WINCHESTER, Va. — Legacy  is not about what is built. It is about what endures. For 250 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has shaped the nation’s strength through engineering. Every district, division, and mission contributes to that legacy, supporting the U.S. Army, serving the public, and building the foundations that carry us forward…. Read More

Huntsville Center awards $3 billion energy resilience contracts

AL, United States

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (Huntsville Center) awarded a $3 billion Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) IV, Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) in support of the Center’s Energy Division. The Center’s Medical, Information Technology, and Base Operations Support (MIB) Division’s Major Acquisitions Branch (MAB) awarded the MATOC… Read More

South Atlantic Division Regional Harbor Dredging EIS contract awarded

GA, United States

DredgeWire has learned that Tetra Tech was the award recipient for this contract Savannah, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Savannah District, awarded a $9.3 million contract on June 2, 2025, to support the preparation of four concurrent and individual National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for the operation and… Read More


USACE

Jacksonville District’s Brigida Sanchez Selected for ERDC University

MS, United States

VICKSBURG, Miss. – Brigida Sanchez, a multimedia specialist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District, has been selected for the 2025 session of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC-U). Now in its tenth year, the professional development initiative designed to encourage collaboration and technology transfer, welcomed participants from five… Read More

The Legacy of America’s Engineers in the Middle East

United States

WINCHESTER, Va. — Legacy  is not about what is built. It is about what endures. For 250 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has shaped the nation’s strength through engineering. Every district, division, and mission contributes to that legacy, supporting the U.S. Army, serving the public, and building the foundations that carry us forward…. Read More

Huntsville Center awards $3 billion energy resilience contracts

AL, United States

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (Huntsville Center) awarded a $3 billion Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) IV, Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) in support of the Center’s Energy Division. The Center’s Medical, Information Technology, and Base Operations Support (MIB) Division’s Major Acquisitions Branch (MAB) awarded the MATOC… Read More

South Atlantic Division Regional Harbor Dredging EIS contract awarded

GA, United States

DredgeWire has learned that Tetra Tech was the award recipient for this contract Savannah, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Savannah District, awarded a $9.3 million contract on June 2, 2025, to support the preparation of four concurrent and individual National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for the operation and… Read More


Videos | C-Suite Interviews

Virgin Islands, St. Thomas harbor Dredging Delayed Due to Lack of Bids

Virgin Islands (U.S.)

A long-discussed plan to dredge St. Thomas Harbor to make way for massive Oasis-class cruise ships is on hold, after the V.I. Port Authority did not receive any responses to an invitation to bid on the project. Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. mentioned the lack of bids during Tuesday’s press briefing. Bryan spoke remotely from Miami… Read More

Gator Dredging to Start Volusia, Fl. Maintenance Dredge Project

FL, United States

Chris Gollon Starting on March 10th, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be beginning a dredging project off Volusia County, in tandem with the county government and the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND). The first stage of the project, which starts on March 10th, will entail the delivery and installation of a temporary dredge… Read More

Video on Americorp Finishing Portion of Renourishment Project on Barrier Islands, SC

SC, United States

Residents on Sullivans Island will notice some changes to Breach Inlet as the Army Corps of Engineers

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