Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) has drawn up plans to seek around ₹1,300 crore in central funding to redevelop Berth 9 and carry out capital dredging to deepen the port’s approach channel and key alongside berths. The port has already submitted a ₹750 crore proposal to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways to modernise Berth… Read More
By Charles Swenson Local officials plan to seek help from the state’s two senators to get approval for a project that will dredge silt from over 16 miles of creeks and channels in Murrells Inlet. Georgetown County applied to the Army Corps of Engineers in 2023 for a permit to dredge over 750,000 cubic yards of… Read More
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has completed the first stretch of its federally funded $72 million Grand Strand Beach Renourishment Project, but a newly added stretch of coast will be financed by local taxpayers. Great Lakes Dock and Dredge, the contractor for the Army Corps’ renourishment in the Grand Strand, will also complete beach… Read More
The marine and ports construction sector is on track for notable expansion as global infrastructure needs evolve. With growing environmental concerns and technological advancements, this market is poised to undergo significant changes, driven by investments in modernizing port facilities and improving resilience against climate challenges. Let’s explore the current market outlook, key players, emerging trends,… Read More
By Brenno Carillo, Daytona Beach News-Journal Getting funding for Flagler County’s beach restoration plan has been a constant battle for local officials over the past few years. That’s why officials are celebrating the news of a $4.7-million contribution from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, made this week to Flagler County. In a press release, the county said… Read More