Posted on October 28, 2024
The dredge has a capacity of 6,500 cubic yards and can dredge to depths of 100 feet.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company has officially unveiled its newest suction hopper dredge, the “Galveston Island,” at a special ceremony in Galveston, Texas. This modern vessel, designed by C-Job Naval Architects and built at Conrad Shipyard, becomes the first of two dredges built with cutting-edge technology to support sustainability in the company’s dredging operations.
Galveston Island’s Green Technology and Capacity
With a capacity of 6,500 cubic yards and a dredging depth of up to 100 feet , Galveston Island is equipped to handle complex operations while reducing its environmental impact.
This state-of-the-art dredge can operate on biofuel , making it a cleaner option for dredging work in the Great Lakes and other coastal projects. It also meets EPA Tier 4 regulations, which minimizes its carbon footprint and protects marine life by reducing the risk of species entrapment.
The dredge complies with EPA Tier 4 regulations.
Conrad Shipyard has designed the Galveston Island dredger to meet today’s sustainability demands. The vessel is equipped with a high-power pumping system to facilitate dredging, and incorporates dynamic positioning and tracking technology, ensuring more precise and effective operations.
According to MarineLink , the Galveston Island will replace one of the oldest dredges in the Great Lakes fleet, the Terrapin Island , which operated for more than 40 years. With this addition, the company seeks to strengthen its commitment to a modern and environmentally responsible fleet, reflecting a significant advance in the sustainable dredging industry in the United States.
