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President Trump’s vast tax and spending bill has secured funds the U.S. Coast Guard has been searching for since the early 2010s. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” appropriates close to $9 billion for the expansion of the Coast Guard’s Arctic icebreaker fleet. It also sets aside $300 million for infrastructure upgrades related to the homeporting… Read More
WILMINGTON, N.C. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District (USACE Wilmington) has awarded Norfolk Dredging Company a contract for Wilmington Harbor Anchorage Basin and Mid-River Maintenance Dredging. According to USACE Wilmington, the company was awarded a $17,116,750 contract for the dredging project. The project will provide a safe and efficient passage for commercial… Read More
The $2.3 billion Port of Coos Bay and NorthPoint Development project will create an international cargo ship and rail terminal on the south coast. The Port of Coos Bay is a small step closer to building a major international shipping terminal, which supporters say will create 2,500 permanent jobs on the south coast. Oregon lawmakers allocated… Read More
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Senior Vice President, Dredging Manager at Manson Construction Co.! Source
The Delaware River has long been a crucial source for shipping goods in and out of the region, and soon, its efforts will be expanded, writes Hugh Morley for Delaware Currents. This is thanks to a new $480 million dredging project, invested mainly by the federal government and the Port of Philadelphia, to deepen the river’s main… Read More
The Chamber of Shipping of America has recognized 57 Crowley-owned or -managed vessels with its Jones F. Devlin Safety Awards, honoring the achievements and hard work of crews that together completed a total of 478 years without a lost time injury. The Jones F. Devlin Safety Award honors the exceptional commitment of people and companies… Read More
Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG), the U.S. subsidiary of Fincantieri – one of the world’s largest shipbuilding groups and a global leader in the construction of highly complex vessels – announces the appointment of George A. Moutafis as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2025. This leadership transition comes at a pivotal moment for the U.S. shipbuilding… Read More
We’re proud to announce that Bill Forslund has been promoted to Sales Manager at MER Equipment! With over three decades of maritime industry experience – from ship’s agent and commercial fisherman, to maritime advertising leader and business development pro – Bill brings unmatched experience, insight, and relationships to this leadership role. “Bill’s passion for the… Read More
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Senior Vice President, Dredging Manager at Manson Construction Co.! Source
The Western Dredging Association (WEDA) announced the dredging industry achievement awards for 2025 at the 24th World Dredging Conference & Expo in San Diego, California. Selected from peer nominations by committees comprised of industry leaders, the awards are presented in the categories of industry service, safety excellence, and environmental excellence, and recognize individuals, corporations and… Read More
NEW ORLEANS — Equinor, the developer of Empire Wind 1, will join Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, First Lady Sharon Landry, and host Edison Chouest Offshore for a christening ceremony for the ECO Liberty on Saturday, June 28, at 11 am at the Port of New Orleans. The American-made Service Operations Vessel (SOV) was built by more than 500 Louisianans and… Read More
As marine-dredging practices advance to meet demands of today’s complex jobs and discerning customers, it’s mission-critical to keep up with the latest innovative methodologies. Antiquated workflows simply can’t compete with today’s technological assists supporting accuracy, efficiency and profits. A machine in the water AI-generated content may be incorrect. That’s why you can’t afford to miss… Read More
The Everglades Foundation led an impactful series of events in the nation’s capital this week to spotlight America’s Everglades while unveiling economic data demonstrating that this national treasure is a $1 trillion asset. From the America’s Everglades Summit to Everglades Hill Day advocacy and the release of the first-of-its-kind economic study, the week was a… Read More
Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG), the U.S. subsidiary of Fincantieri – one of the world’s largest shipbuilding groups and a global leader in the construction of highly complex vessels – announces the appointment of George A. Moutafis as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2025. This leadership transition comes at a pivotal moment for the U.S. shipbuilding… Read More
We’re proud to announce that Bill Forslund has been promoted to Sales Manager at MER Equipment! With over three decades of maritime industry experience – from ship’s agent and commercial fisherman, to maritime advertising leader and business development pro – Bill brings unmatched experience, insight, and relationships to this leadership role. “Bill’s passion for the… Read More
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Senior Vice President, Dredging Manager at Manson Construction Co.! Source
The Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) announces the promotion of Sean Kline to CEO and President as CSA’s longtime leader, Kathy Metcalf, steps into the role of President Emeritus. Kline served seven years on the organization’s Board of Directors before joining as Director of Maritime Affairs in 2014. Kline will take over as President… Read More
Global offshore wind project cancellations, suspensions and delays have reached 300 GW, according to new data from Maritime Strategies International. The figures reflect mounting challenges across the USA and Europe, where political and economic factors are undermining planned developments. In the USA, the sector has been particularly hard hit. The federal government’s decision to temporarily… Read More
The state’s offshore wind power aspirations were set even further back late last month with a six-month delay in the process of finalizing new projects, a slowdown that comes as the governor and elected officials on Beacon Hill are in agreement that Massachusetts needs more energy, really no matter what kind. Nearly a decade after… Read More
The recent wave of distressed offshore wind projects is not a symptom of clean energy market weakness, but a reflection of a delivery model that no longer fits the scale or complexity of demands. Current projects are being developed under legacy utility-era assumptions: rigid contracts, siloed procurement, narrow risk-sharing and fragmented infrastructure. The U.S. offshore… Read More
President tells Treasury to ‘strictly enforce’ rules in Big Beautiful Bill and look out for ‘manipulation’ Donald Trump turned the screw further on wind power with a new executive order issued yesterday. The US president orders the Department of Treasury to “strictly enforce” the phase-out of federal incentives for wind and solar contained in the… Read More
Port of Los Angeles completed a $22.7M project rebuilding Berths 177-182 at the East Basin Channel. The new 382 ft. concrete wharf enhances resiliency and replaces damaged timber structures. It supports steel-handling operations for a specialized terminal operator, ensuring uninterrupted trade flow. Fire prevention and infrastructure modernization are top priorities for the port’s long-term competitiveness…. Read More
A new regional economic impact analysis shows The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA), the Port of Tacoma, and the Port of Seattle continue to be primary drivers of the regional and state economy, supporting more than 265,000 jobs in 2023. Together, the organizations generated $17.7 billion in wages and benefits and nearly $55 billion in business… Read More
GALVESTON, Texas – According to officials with the Texas Department of Transportation, crews working to dredge the area around the Port Bolivar ferry landing will be working on the 4th of July. However, this work is not expected to impact wait times or boat operations over the holiday weekend. “We’re working to make sure we’re not… Read More
The $2.3 billion Port of Coos Bay and NorthPoint Development project will create an international cargo ship and rail terminal on the south coast. The Port of Coos Bay is a small step closer to building a major international shipping terminal, which supporters say will create 2,500 permanent jobs on the south coast. Oregon lawmakers allocated… Read More
SAN DIEGO – San Diego fully reopened the Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach Monday — 18 months after the public portion of the pier closed in December 2023 due to damage from several storms. The shuttered portion, beyond the Crystal Pier Hotel, underwent extensive stabilization work. “The iconic Crystal Pier will once again be open… Read More
Family owned Rhoads Industries to invest in new manufacturing facility to support US Navy submarine construction Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced a near US$100M investment by privately held Rhoads Industries in a new manufacturing facility at the Philadelphia Navy Yard to support US Navy submarine construction. “Shipbuilding has always been key part of Philadelphia’s identity… Read More
VILAS COUNTY, Wis. – Residents on the Deerskin River in Vilas County have been dealing with silt problems for decades. Governor Evers’ recent veto is just another roadblock in their work to clear up murky waters. Larry Springer has lived on the Deerskin River since 1999. What used to be four-foot-deep water by his dock… Read More
Emergency dredging in the Ocean City Inlet is expected to begin a week ahead of schedule. DNR says the dredge will now arrive around Monday with work beginning the following day on Tuesday. Source
Capital Aggregates acquired two aggregate operations that strengthen its presence in Missouri and Arkansas. The company acquired the quarry operations of Richard J. Mertens, a Missouri-based business with two quarry sites in the St. Louis area. In a separate deal, Capital Aggregates acquired the sand and gravel operation of Dan Processing, which is located near Batesville… Read More
Chaney Enterprises relocated its corporate headquarters from Gambrills, Maryland, to a newly renovated four-story building in Annapolis. “This move isn’t just about a new building – it’s a testament to the strength and growth of our company and the incredible people who make it all possible,” says Francis Hall Chaney III, CEO of Chaney Enterprises. “We’ve built… Read More
An environmental review from the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship on a contentious Summerland-area gravel mine that was approved by the province has come to light. In documents obtained by the Garnet Valley Tourism Association through a Freedom of Information request, it is clear that a biologist strongly recommended against authorization of the… Read More
Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. and its subsidiaries, Giant Cement Company, Dragon Products Company and Giant Resource Recovery Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries, Giant Cement Company, Dragon… Read More
New Orleans, LA — McCullough Engineering Services (MES) is proud to announce the successful completion of restoration efforts on the Stuyvesant, a trailing suction hopper dredge owned by The Dutra Group. The vessel suffered significant fire damage on November 2, 2024, and was returned to full operational status in less than eight months— successfully completing… Read More
Washington’s curbs on Chinese shipping give Tokyo and Seoul a chance to revive their sectors – but analysts warn challenges remain As the United States vows to curb China’s dominance in shipbuilding – despite its domestic capacity being nearly nonexistent – South Korea and Japan are looking to benefit from the rivalry and reclaim their competitive edge…. Read More
Another great build installed in 2025 by MTECK The Dutch Crane Manufacturer. This MTECK840E sold to Crane Specialists Inc for MATTHEWS BROTHERS DREDGING, LLC is a full electric 4-rope duty cycle crane with capacity in grab mode 40.000kg at max range 22 meter. Source
President Trump’s vast tax and spending bill has secured funds the U.S. Coast Guard has been searching for since the early 2010s. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” appropriates close to $9 billion for the expansion of the Coast Guard’s Arctic icebreaker fleet. It also sets aside $300 million for infrastructure upgrades related to the homeporting… Read More
The National Maritime Safety Association (NMSA) today announced the transition of presidential leadership during its Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana. Jason Winter, Director, Safety/Training, CFS & Labor Relations at the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), has been named the new President of NMSA, succeeding recent President Dave Morgan of Cooper/Ports America. Dave Morgan has served as… Read More
The Public Ferry Coalition applauds the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Ferry Caucus, welcomes this important step in raising awareness of the vital role ferries play in transportation FAIRFIELD, CA – Yesterday, Representative John Garamendi (CA-08), announced the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Ferry Caucus for the 119th Congress, alongside co-chairs Representatives Emily Randall (WA-06), Nick Begich… Read More
A long-discussed plan to dredge St. Thomas Harbor to make way for massive Oasis-class cruise ships is on hold, after the V.I. Port Authority did not receive any responses to an invitation to bid on the project. Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. mentioned the lack of bids during Tuesday’s press briefing. Bryan spoke remotely from Miami… Read More
Chris Gollon Starting on March 10th, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be beginning a dredging project off Volusia County, in tandem with the county government and the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND). The first stage of the project, which starts on March 10th, will entail the delivery and installation of a temporary dredge… Read More
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, awarded a $3.1 million contract to Dubuque Barge & Fleeting Service Company doing business as Newt Marine Service out of Dubuque, Iowa, on July 2. The construction contract will modify the existing rock weir structure to reduce outdraft conditions at Lock and… Read More
The Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District has awarded a multimillion-dollar dredge contract to clear shoaling from sections of the Wilmington Harbor. The Corps last week signed off a $17.12 million contract with Norfolk Dredging Co. to maintain the authorized depth of the harbor’s anchorage basin and mid-river area. The work, which is anticipated to… Read More
Contractors supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers remove sediment from Lake Lure and the Broad River in support of Hurricane Helene recovery operations in Western North Carolina, July 1, 2025. Using heavy equipment such as excavators and rock trucks, crews are creating a passable waterway for barges to access and remove submerged debris. This… Read More
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District is in Fairport Harbor, Ohio dredging the Grand River and harbor to ensure the flow of cargo and commerce throughout the federal navigation channel, Fairport Harbor, OH, June 24, 2025. Operation, maintenance, and dredging of harbors like Fairport by USACE is critical to the economy of Ohio,… Read More
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, awarded a $3.1 million contract to Dubuque Barge & Fleeting Service Company doing business as Newt Marine Service out of Dubuque, Iowa, on July 2. The construction contract will modify the existing rock weir structure to reduce outdraft conditions at Lock and… Read More
Contractors supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers remove sediment from Lake Lure and the Broad River in support of Hurricane Helene recovery operations in Western North Carolina, July 1, 2025. Using heavy equipment such as excavators and rock trucks, crews are creating a passable waterway for barges to access and remove submerged debris. This… Read More
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District is in Fairport Harbor, Ohio dredging the Grand River and harbor to ensure the flow of cargo and commerce throughout the federal navigation channel, Fairport Harbor, OH, June 24, 2025. Operation, maintenance, and dredging of harbors like Fairport by USACE is critical to the economy of Ohio,… Read More
LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is announcing a proposed dune restoration plan at Hollywood Beach designed to offset impacts of maintenance dredging activities in Ventura County. Restoration efforts are slated for implementation in fiscal year 2026. To present the plan and gather public feedback, USACE is hosting a virtual public meeting… Read More
The National Maritime Safety Association (NMSA) today announced the transition of presidential leadership during its Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana. Jason Winter, Director, Safety/Training, CFS & Labor Relations at the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), has been named the new President of NMSA, succeeding recent President Dave Morgan of Cooper/Ports America. Dave Morgan has served as… Read More
Watch the Bayonet 350 AUGV crawl from beach to sea during a beach inspection.
The Public Ferry Coalition applauds the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Ferry Caucus, welcomes this important step in raising awareness of the vital role ferries play in transportation FAIRFIELD, CA – Yesterday, Representative John Garamendi (CA-08), announced the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Ferry Caucus for the 119th Congress, alongside co-chairs Representatives Emily Randall (WA-06), Nick Begich… Read More
