Coastal Science & Engineering—which is tasked with managing the beach nourishment project that is being performed in Avon by the county’s contractor, Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company—has released its first newsletter announcing the latest updates on the project. Construction Progress Dare County has officially begun construction of the 2026 Avon Beach Renourishment Project, continuing… Read More
KONGSBERG will showcase its autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) technology at CANSEC 2026, taking place May 27–28 at the Cohere Centre in Ottawa. Visitors to booth 707 will have the opportunity to see the HUGIN Edge AUV on display and speak directly with KONGSBERG specialists about how this proven technology addresses real-world undersea mission requirements. The… Read More
By Amit Chowdhry Veolia announced the completion of its $3 billion acquisition of Clean Earth, significantly expanding its hazardous waste management operations in the United States and strengthening its position as one of the world’s leading environmental services providers. The transaction doubles Veolia’s footprint in the U.S. hazardous waste sector and increases the company’s total… Read More
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Cheryl Nelms as President of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project, effective July 30, 2026. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. Nelms brings more than 25 years of experience leading major infrastructure programs across Canada to the role, including experience… Read More
HOUSTON, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — McDermott, via McDermott Nederland B.V., has been selected by Aramco as one of the 11 selected contractors for a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) Long-Term Agreement (LTA) to support delivery of large-scale energy, downstream, petrochemical and low carbon projects across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The multi‑year PMC LTA positions McDermott as an… Read More
May was a significant month for federal appropriations in Washington, D.C. Three members of the House of Representatives requested earmarks (Community Project Funding) requests that were included in House Energy & Water Appropriations Bill for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The CPF requests for the waterway are highlighted below: Rep. Greg Murphy (NC) – $7.5 million for… Read More
BoatU.S. and a diverse team of marine stakeholder partners drum up continual federal funding to hold off a relentless, naturally occurring phenomenon Breach Inlet is a narrow, shallow tidal waterway near Charleston Harbor passed by seasonal snowbird cruisers heading north or south, as well as local dayboaters and anglers on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, or… Read More
Crowley VP of Global Government Relations Clay Heil testifies about Jones Act waiver The Jones Act underpins a strong, secure nation by supporting American jobs, U.S. shipbuilding and the supply chains that connect our communities. It ensures our nation’s economic resilience and national security come first, especially when it matters most. The current waiver damages… Read More
CHICAGO, IL – June 1, 2026 – Arcadis, a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, today announced that LeeAnn Tomas-Foster, Arcadis City Executive for Chicago, was named to the prestigious Crain’s Chicago Notable Leaders list in Architecture, Engineering and Construction. This annual recognition celebrates individuals who… Read More
By Sara Samora The upcoming factory is part of Davie’s $3.5 billion contract with the U.S. Coast Guard to build and deliver five polar icebreaker vessels called Arctic Security Cutters, which was finalized on May 13. Two of the ships will be built at Davie’s affiliate Helsinki Shipyard in Finland, according to the company’s May press release. The… Read More
The collaboration pairs Fleetzero’s marine power and autonomy stack with Thoma-Sea’s shipbuilding scale and Glosten’s vessel design and marine engineering expertise, advancing autonomous vessel solutions for commercial and defense missions. HOUSTON, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fleetzero, a U.S.-based developer of marine technology, today announced a collaboration with Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, a leading U.S. shipbuilder, and Glosten, a… Read More
By Hans Buitelaar The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program in the United States provided a 10 million dollar grant in 2023, for a massive clean-up effort to remove abandoned and derelict vessels from US coastal waterways and the Great Lakes. BoatUS, the association of boat owners, received the funds to start… Read More
HOUSTON – Port Houston, an advocate of the nation’s busiest waterway, the Houston Ship Channel, today announced the appointment of Amy Rister as its Director of State Government Relations. “Amy brings deep experience in the Texas legislative process and a proven record of building strong working relationships to advance complex policy priorities,” said Port Houston… Read More
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Scott as Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain, effective June 1, 2026. His appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. Scott has more than 30 years’ experience working in ports, including across marine terminals, transportation, logistics and industrial operations. Most… Read More
On May 30, the crew of GLDD’s trailing suction hopper dredge Galveston Island demonstrated exceptional teamwork and situational awareness while assisting in a maritime rescue near Sabine Pass. After a nearby vessel intercepted a Mayday call from a disabled boat, the Galveston Island crew helped relay critical information to the U.S. Coast Guard despite challenging radio conditions. With only… Read More