Posted on February 18, 2026
Our team in Côte d’Ivoire has reached several key engineering milestones in the Grand Lahou Coastal Protection Project – an important step in safeguarding the vulnerable Lahou‑Kpanda region.
As part of the WACA program, we successfully opened a newly engineered inlet to stabilize water flows, closed the old eroding inlet using our vessel Uilenspiegel, and reclaimed more than 1 million m³ of sand to reinforce the natural barrier protecting the community.
Inside the lagoon, new navigation channels and three jetties were completed to support local fishermen and strengthen socio‑economic activity. With nearly 200 experts from 11 nationalities and strong collaboration across DEME, the The World Bank and local partners, we’re building long‑term coastal resilience – including a dedicated turtle conservation program.
A big thank you to all colleagues involved for their hard work and commitment to creating meaningful impact on the ground.
