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The 2023 report on the “Shipbuilding and Offshore Rig Fabrication and Repair Market” stands as a definitive and meticulous analysis, encompassing a wide range of factors affecting business growth opportunities, challenges, risk factors, and emerging trends across diverse geographical regions. This comprehensive report offers up-to-date and precise information on the latest technological advancements, accompanied by SWOT and PESTLE analysis, and invaluable… Read More
With the city of South Padre Island wrapping up a beach “renourishment” project involving around 283,000 cubic yards of new, beach-quality sand distributed between Access 18-23, Cameron County is kicking off a sand replenishment project of its own. The county was expecting to begin spreading roughly 94,000 cubic yards of new sand at Isla Blanca… Read More
EAST CHICAGO — An egret landed on the orange oil-containment booms that snake along the shore of the Lake George Canal. “That’s an early sign that wildlife is starting to come back,” Jason Zylka said, pointing to the elegant white bird. “If they are already using the area now, I can’t wait to see it in… Read More
We’re thrilled to announce a series of spectacular improvements to the Island that will elevate your experience! From our completed beach nourishment project to turtle-friendly bollards, new lifeguard towers that have begun construction, and a modernized bus stop – not to mention a unique art installation that replaced the old railing in front of the main… Read More
WATSONVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded an approximately $48 million contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to mitigate flood risk and damage in Wharton, Texas. Project funding will come from the USACE’s fiscal 2023 civil construction funds and is expected to be included in Granite’s second quarter CAP. The city of Wharton… Read More
Tarpon Springs’ economy relies on its waterways, especially the Anclote River. From fishing to diving for the famous sponges. “It amounts to $250 million a year for Tarpon Springs. That’s what the annual revenue is for this river,” said Mayor Costa Vatikiotis Vatikiotis has been among those working for years to try and get the… Read More
The Breezy Point Beach & Campground shoreline restoration project has officially begun, marking a significant step toward the preservation and revitalization of one of Calvert County’s coastal treasures. The project will consist of erosion mitigation and beach revitalization work over the coming months. In order to ensure timely and efficient progress, beginning Wednesday July 12,… Read More
Sections of the Flagstaff Urban Trail System near Frances Short Pond will be closed effective Tuesday, July 11 as the city begins dredging the pond. City officials say the trail in the area will likely remain closed until early August when the work is completed. The dredging is needed to clear out the large amount… Read More
Governor Wes Moore today announced that the Maryland Department of Natural Resources is providing $13.5 million in Waterway Improvement Funds. The funds will support new and improved public boating access facilities, dredging of navigable public waterways, emergency vessels and equipment for local first responders, and other important infrastructure and initiatives. “Investing in infrastructure is integral to… Read More
The 2023 beach replenishment work continues in Delaware with work still going on in Bethany Beach and South Bethany. In Bethany Beach the dune crossovers at Garfield Parkway, Hollywood Street and Parkwood Street are closed. The US Army Corps of Engineers says replenishment work is ongoing with sand placement operations expected to be completed late… Read More
Deep-sea mining would extract cobalt, copper, nickel, and manganese from potato-sized nodules which pepper the sea floor at depths of 4-6 kilometres. The nodules are an essential habitat for many species. The total biosphere impacted by this mining in international waters alone would be up to 75 million cubic kilometres, a greater volume than all… Read More
It’s finally summer, and people are flocking to the Jersey Shore. But harsh weather has taken out some of the beaches, and New Jersey has been doing what’s known as “beach replenishment” — widening the beach by pumping in sand dredged from offshore. More than $2.6 billion has been spent replenishing the Jersey shore with… Read More
VENICE, Louisiana – Coastal Louisiana is unlike anywhere else in America, with lush wetlands, wildlife sanctuaries, commercial fisheries and the mighty Mississippi River. It’s an economic engine – a gateway delivering commodities and goods across the planet. Hurricanes and tropical storms have been smashing through the marshes and wetlands for as long as humans have been recording the disruptive weather events…. Read More
By Heiko Osterchrist & Peter Bowe DredgeWire recently surveyed dredging contractors to try and understand the reason(s) why so many critical Corps (USACE) projects seem to have been delayed in the past year and continue to be so far in 2023. Between 70-75% of the nation’s imports and exports pass through our ports, harbors, and waterways. Without the proper maintenance of our marine infrastructure… Read More
With two newly elected members, the Mitchell City Council will decide Wednesday whether to put a $25 million loan application for dredging Lake Mitchell to a public vote. After the council did not approve the $25 million state loan application on June 20, Mayor Bob Everson is requesting the council to sign off on putting… Read More