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Metal Shark gets $36 million mod to NAVSEA patrol vessel contract

United States

The Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., has awarded Jeanerette, La., headquartered shipbuilder Metal Shark a $36,195,438 modification to a previously awarded indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. The modification establishes fiscal 2022 and fiscal 2023 pricing for Near Coastal Patrol Vessels (NCPVs) Seven through Ten, and accompanying outfitting, testing, spares, tools, travel, reactivation, crew familiarization, exportation, and transportation…. Read More

Federal funds set for northeast NC smaller dredge projects

NC, United States

This is the second in a special reporting series on federal infrastructure spending and North Carolina’s navigation needs. Lacking high-volume marine traffic or large ports, North Carolina’s northeast coast typically qualifies for far less federal funding to help maintain navigational channels and inlets than do the state’s southern coastal communities. But mariners in Dare and… Read More

After more than a century of debate, Blue Hill may finally dredge its harbor

ME, United States

BLUE HILL, Maine — The downtown dock in Blue Hill Harbor has almost everything a commercial fisherman could need from a small wharf. It’s protected from the elements, has a crane to help with heavy loads, and boasts electricity and ample parking. But for all but a few hours a day, it can’t be accessed…. Read More

Dredging project to deepen Port of Florence, improve access

AL, United States

FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) — A dredging project planned for later this year at the Port of Florence will remove tons of silt and allow for better access for barges when water gets low on the Tennessee River during the winter. The TimesDaily reported that the work, set to begin during the summer, is being funded… Read More

Regulatory Program facilitates environmental stewardship

TN, United States

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 24, 2022) – Ever wonder what federal agency provides regulatory oversight of commercial and private development affecting wetlands and waterways? The answer is the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which facilitates environmental stewardship through its Regulatory Program. Corps of Engineers districts across the United States are charged with this responsibility in their… Read More

USACE seeks comments on proposed work in Vineyard Sound in Falmouth, Massachusetts

MA, United States

CONCORD, Mass. —  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District received a permit application to conduct work in waters of the United States from the Town of Falmouth for proposed work in Vineyard Sound at Menauhant Road in Falmouth, Massachusetts. The proposed work involves the placement 22,500 cubic yards of sand for beach… Read More

San Rafael Creek Receives $7 million for Dredging After 20 Years

CA, United States

For the first time in two decades, San Rafael Creek could be fully dredged this year with the approval of nearly $7 million in federal funding. The creek channel is seen as a vital artery in San Rafael. Harboring nearly 2,000 boats, the channel acts as a key part of the city’s flood control defense… Read More

Ports Can Reduce Emissions by Switching to Propane

WA, United States

$450 Million in Funding Available for Port Infrastructure Projects WASHINGTON (March 23, 2022) – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)is opening up $450 million in funding for initiatives working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and minimize impacts to the climate and surrounding communities from port operations.Areas targeted for projects includecoastal seaports, inland waterways, and Great… Read More

Ocean City Approved for $17 Million Beach Restoration Project

NJ, United States

Ocean City has been approved for a $17 million beach replenishment project that could begin as early as the fall of 2022, according to the federal agency that will oversee the work. The money comes from the newly approved $1.5 trillion federal spending bill. Avalon and Stone Harbor are two other Cape May County shore… Read More

Kill Devil Hills nourishment project tentative start in June

United States

New Jersey-based Weeks Marine Inc. anticipates beginning in June the about $6.4 million beach nourishment project for Kill Devil Hills. Town officials said the construction company expects the 2.6-mile beach nourishment project to take 25 to 35 days and wrap up in Mid-July, the town announced Friday. The project area will be from the northern… Read More

Dare County releases beach nourishment dates

NC, United States

(Dare County) On March 18, Dare County released this estimated timetable for the 2022 beach nourishment projects that will take place in five of the county’s towns and several unincorporated villages. In doing so, the county also noted that “The estimated start dates that have been announced are tentative and remain subject to change due… Read More

Dredging project by Weeks Marine to benefit beaches at St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park

FL, United States

Bullzdozers head south toward the St. Lucie Inlet on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at Bathtub Reef Beach in Martin County. The county project that began in late February is addressing erosion impacts and navigability of the inlet for boaters. RICH WEST/SPECIAL TO TCPALM Dredging equipment is seen in the Indian River Lagoon on Saturday, March… Read More

Crowley Awarded Contract for Ice Class Tanker Serving U.S. Defense Department

FL, United States

Crowley’s government ship management group has completed the conversion of the ship to meet government and military service standards, including registration as a U.S.-flag vessel. The tanker will transport necessary fuel for defense operations in the Arctic and Antarctic regions. When not operating in those regions, the vessel will transport fuel for defense services in… Read More

Speier pushes $24 million in funding through for EPA’s SF Bay restoration projects

CA, United States

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — When it comes to spending for climate change and the environment, San Francisco Bay’s ship may finally be coming in. Congresswoman Jackie Speier recently pushed through $24 million in funding for the EPA’s Bay restoration projects in the new federal budget. That’s roughly triple the normal amount, and long overdue according… Read More

Women’s History Month Spotlight: USACE Engineering Intern Megan Murphy

NY, United States

Women’s history month is a reminder of the strength the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has and will gain through a high-quality and diverse team. We’re highlighting one of the women on our workforce – Megan Murphy – who joined the USACE Buffalo District as an Engineering Intern during her third year studying at Cleveland… Read More

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