ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed BIDS will be received by Mr. Kyle Reed, Project Manager for the SABINE-NECHES NAVIGATION DISTRICT (OWNER) of Jefferson County, Texas at the SABINE-NECHES NAVIGATION DISTRICT Office, 8180 Anchor Drive, Port Arthur, TX 77642 until 10:00 a.m. local time, Port Arthur, Texas on March 9th, 2026 for the SABINE-NECHES WATERWAY, Channel Improvement… Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga., Feb. 12, 2026 – Dredging is under way in the Port of Brunswick’s inner and outer harbor, aimed at returning the channel to its authorized depth. “This is terrific news for our customers, who rely on the Port of Brunswick to serve the fast-growing Southeast market,” said Georgia Ports President and CEO Griff Lynch. “Deeper water will mean… Read More
DredgeWire Exclusive: Yesterday, Monday Feb 16, DredgeWire Publisher Peter Bowe met with US Senator Todd Young (R-IN), who introduced the SHIPS Act with Sen Mark Kelly, to ask for additional color about the subject in this article. He had this to say to DredgeWire: “America has been a maritime nation since our founding, and seapower was… Read More
By Allyson Lapierre WELLS, Maine (WGME) — Crews are hard at work in Wells Harbor, transporting sand around the bay in part of building up protective barriers along Wells Beach. “This is an emergency protective measure that is putting sand back in place to help protect against future surge events,” Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for the… Read More
U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) | Feb 13, 2026 Nor’easters are nothing new for those living along the Atlantic Coast. These winter storms often bring high winds and waves, but their prolonged duration can have a bigger impact on the beaches than fast-moving hurricanes. Recently, a strong nor’easter took aim at the… Read More
TAMPA, Fla. and ANAHEIM, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Diverse Logistics (“Diverse”) and Pulse Final Mile (“Pulse”) today jointly announced the two companies completed a successful merger to create one of the largest independent Big & Bulky final-mile third-party logistics company. The combination strengthens its position as a scaled, non-asset-based broker of white-glove delivery and installation… Read More
(Tampa, Florida; February 17, 2026) – Boksa Marine Design (BMD), a full-service naval architecture and marine engineering firm based in Tampa, today announced a strategic leadership transition and the opening of a new Fort Lauderdale, Fla., office, moves that reinforce the company’s long-standing reputation for engineering integrity, technical excellence, and sustainable growth. After more than… Read More
WESTMINSTER, Colo., Feb. 11, 2026 — Dezeen and Trimble are excited to announce a three-year sponsorship agreement for Dezeen Awards, the leading global awards program for architecture, interiors and design. Trimble will work alongside Dezeen, furthering its ongoing commitment to inspire and support global design excellence as an established and essential companion to architects and… Read More
MIAMI, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH), a leading global cruise company operating Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed John W. Chidsey, a director of NCLH, as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr…. Read More
Governor’s Advisory Commission on Coastal Protection, Restoration, and Conservation Wednesday, March 4, 2026 9:30 AM The Coastal Center at Nicholls 426 Ardoyne Drive, Thibodaux, Louisiana 70310
Dare County will host a public meeting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 to provide general information and answer questions from the community about the Buxton beach nourishment project that is scheduled to begin this summer. The meeting will be held at the Fessenden Center, which is located at 46830 N.C. Highway 12… Read More
Great Lakes Day, featuring the annual Great Lakes Day Congressional Breakfast Reception, will take place March 5, 2026, in the Cannon House Office Building – Caucus Room. This event is hosted by the Great Lakes Commission in partnership with the Northeast-Midwest Institute and is open to the public. Great Lakes Day will include dialogue on Great Lakes priorities by regional leaders and members… Read More
Port of Long Beach CEO Dr. Noel Hacegaba is set to speak this week at the World Economic Forum. This annual gathering brings together world leaders from government, business and academia in Davos, Switzerland to engage in forward-looking discussions to address global issues and set priorities. Hacegaba will be the only top executive of a… Read More
(Tampa, Florida; February 17, 2026) – Boksa Marine Design (BMD), a full-service naval architecture and marine engineering firm based in Tampa, today announced a strategic leadership transition and the opening of a new Fort Lauderdale, Fla., office, moves that reinforce the company’s long-standing reputation for engineering integrity, technical excellence, and sustainable growth. After more than… Read More
MIAMI, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH), a leading global cruise company operating Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed John W. Chidsey, a director of NCLH, as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr…. Read More
Who We Are We are an early-stage, maritime defense technology startup backed by top tier investors. Our team is designing and building autonomous and highly producible ships that can serve multiple missions on the open ocean. The Role We’re seeking a Head of Government Relations (Congressional Affairs) to lead our engagement with Congress and key… Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga., February 10, 2026 – Georgia Ports Authority has appointed Kevin Price as President reporting to CEO Griff Lynch effective July 1, 2026, with a longer-term transition plan to assume the role of President and CEO in mid-2027. Price is a proven operations executive with exceptional credentials and currently serves as President of Gateway Terminals… Read More
By Debra K. Rubin The leading U.S. offshore wind energy development conference’s return to New York City in 2026 was more muted in celebrating major project milestones than what was likely envisioned at the first event in 2019, as the sector has coped with the economic realities of launching a new domestic industry and now faces the full… Read More
By Bojan Lepic New York State has killed its fifth offshore wind solicitation after 19 months of delays, citing federal actions under president Donald Trump for torpedoing market confidence and halting new OREC contracts. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) closed the round on February 13 without awards, despite 25 proposals… Read More
By Prince As much as wind power has been beneficial for the United States over the years, it has faced the most adversity in 2026 following the Trump Administration’s return to power. There is an increasing number of court cases that are either yet to be decided on or have been halted indefinitely, which has… Read More
By Ari Natter and Jonathan Ferro The Trump administration plans to appeal a series of court rulings blocking efforts to stop construction of offshore wind farms, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said Wednesday. “Absolutely we are,” Burgum told Bloomberg Television. “There will be further discussion on this.” U.S. judges have overturned five orders by the Trump administration to halt… Read More
Federal regulators have given the green light to build a massive new shipping facility at the former Sparrows Point steel mill site. The project will significantly expand cargo capacity at the Port of Baltimore, boosting regional economic activity. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved a major shipping expansion project that will transform part… Read More
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) acknowledges the U.S. Government’s Maritime Action Plan and its stated position to revitalise and expand domestic shipbuilding and maritime capacity in the United States. According to the statement released, ICS supports the objective of increasing U.S. shipbuilding capacity and strengthening the United States shipbuilding industry through policies that encourage… Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga., Feb. 12, 2026 – Dredging is under way in the Port of Brunswick’s inner and outer harbor, aimed at returning the channel to its authorized depth. “This is terrific news for our customers, who rely on the Port of Brunswick to serve the fast-growing Southeast market,” said Georgia Ports President and CEO Griff Lynch. “Deeper water will mean… Read More
HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Greater Houston Port Bureau (“Port Bureau”) is pleased to announce that Tom Marian, General Counsel for Buffalo Marine Service, Inc., has been selected as the 2026 Maritime Leader of the Year. Marian will be honored at the Port Bureau’s Annual Maritime Dinner on August 22, 2026. The Port Bureau Board of Directors named… Read More
By Zachary Ehrmann Alabama lawmakers passed new legislation in February to protect Mobile Bay ecosystems and maintain vital shipping operations, per Yellowhammer. The new laws will prioritize both environmental protection and the economy. The Alabama House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved HB181, restricting thin-layer dredge disposal known as “mud dumping” but still allowing continued channel dredging vital to… Read More
By Chris Gray, Gulf Coast Reporter Just in time for Spring Break, the Texas General Land Office and its partners have restored more than 5,300 linear feet of a popular beach on Galveston’s West End. Even better, it’s one of the beaches where it’s legal to bring alcohol (just not in a glass container). The GLO noted Tuesday in a… Read More
By Jaylen Baron LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Homeowners along Whiskey Creek are questioning the effectiveness of a dredging project approved in 2017, as they face fees and uncertain boating conditions. Robert Moro, who has owned his home along Whiskey Creek for more than 15 years, said, “If I leave here, it’s about a foot and a… Read More
By Juliana Narvaez SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Sarasota County residents raise concerns over Philippi Creek dredging plan Residents living along Philippi Creek are voicing strong concerns over how Sarasota County Government is managing a long-awaited dredging project aimed at reducing flooding in surrounding neighborhoods. The project follows the devastating 2024 hurricane season, which left entire… Read More
By Ozten Shebahkeget An Alberta company that has proposed mining silica sand in Manitoba is partnering with the province’s biggest university on the experimental design of a groundwater monitoring network, using technology experts say is growing in importance for global groundwater research. Sio Silica president Carla Devlin says the mining company will work with the… Read More
Have you ever picked up sand only to realize how quickly it disappears? As children, we watched it slip through our fingers or fall through an hourglass without understanding what vanishing meant. Sand feels light and abundant, impossible to hold, and its market power mirrors this perceived triviality. The more we clutch what seems infinite,… Read More
Dear EarthTalk: “What is ‘sand mining’ and why is it bad for the environment?” — O.H., via email Sand mining, extracting sand from the earth, is the second most widespread human activity in marine environments, after fishing. Sand and gravel are the most extracted materials across the globe. According to the United Nations Environment Programme,… Read More
Dear EarthTalk: What is “sand mining” and why is it bad for the environment? – O.H., Via email Sand mining, extracting sand from the earth, is the second most widespread human activity in marine environments, after fishing. Sand and gravel are the most extracted materials across the globe. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP),… Read More
Saronic is on a mission to revitalize American shipbuilding, creating new domestic capacity through the expansion of its shipyard in Louisiana and the development of Port Alpha. To accelerate the delivery of autonomous maritime vessels, the company today announced plans to explore the integration of physical AI for welding robotics across its shipyard operations. These… Read More
DredgeWire Exclusive: Yesterday, Monday Feb 16, DredgeWire Publisher Peter Bowe met with US Senator Todd Young (R-IN), who introduced the SHIPS Act with Sen Mark Kelly, to ask for additional color about the subject in this article. He had this to say to DredgeWire: “America has been a maritime nation since our founding, and seapower was… Read More
The Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) has taken a key step towards greener ferry travel by awarding a USD 78.6 million contract to SENESCO Marine LLC for a new diesel-hybrid vessel to join the Cape May–Lewes Ferry fleet, replacing the ageing MV Cape Henlopen. This unanimous commission decision, made on 18 November 2025, will… Read More
American shipbuilder, Davie Defense, has been awarded a contract from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to build five Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs), a new class of polar icebreaker critical to increasing U.S. presence in the Arctic. As part of the program of up to 11 total ASCs, authorized by the Presidential Memorandum “Construction of Arctic… Read More
ARC Surveying and Mapping transforms complex waterways into measurable actionable insight. By pairing an integrated sensor suite with disciplined processing the firm delivers centimetre level bathymetry layered sub bottom models and real time production metrics that accelerate every phase of a dredging program. The following article reviews the technology stack the workflow and verified results… 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
Federal regulators have given the green light to build a massive new shipping facility at the former Sparrows Point steel mill site. The project will significantly expand cargo capacity at the Port of Baltimore, boosting regional economic activity. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved a major shipping expansion project that will transform part… Read More
By Chris Gray, Gulf Coast Reporter Just in time for Spring Break, the Texas General Land Office and its partners have restored more than 5,300 linear feet of a popular beach on Galveston’s West End. Even better, it’s one of the beaches where it’s legal to bring alcohol (just not in a glass container). The GLO noted Tuesday in a… Read More
By Eric Conklin | NJ.com Touring some of the Jersey Shore’s most eroded beaches last week, a senior U.S. Army Corps official said the federal government is preparing to provide “tens of millions of dollars” for rapid emergency repairs before summer crowds return. Adam Telle, the assistant secretary of the U.S. Army’s Civil Works Division, toured beaches in Ocean… Read More
Ducks Unlimited (DU) was recently awarded $1.2 million from New York’s Water Quality Improvement Project program for wetland restoration over the next three years. DU’s work will restore and enhance 805 acres of vital wetland and upland habitat in New York’s Montezuma Wetland Complex and Tonawanda Wildlife Management Area near the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge…. Read More
Federal regulators have given the green light to build a massive new shipping facility at the former Sparrows Point steel mill site. The project will significantly expand cargo capacity at the Port of Baltimore, boosting regional economic activity. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved a major shipping expansion project that will transform part… Read More
By Chris Gray, Gulf Coast Reporter Just in time for Spring Break, the Texas General Land Office and its partners have restored more than 5,300 linear feet of a popular beach on Galveston’s West End. Even better, it’s one of the beaches where it’s legal to bring alcohol (just not in a glass container). The GLO noted Tuesday in a… Read More
By Eric Conklin | NJ.com Touring some of the Jersey Shore’s most eroded beaches last week, a senior U.S. Army Corps official said the federal government is preparing to provide “tens of millions of dollars” for rapid emergency repairs before summer crowds return. Adam Telle, the assistant secretary of the U.S. Army’s Civil Works Division, toured beaches in Ocean… Read More
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is seeking comments on a draft environmental assessment, or EA, for the transportation of dredged material, or river sand, near Lock and Dam 4, east of Kellogg, Minn. This project is a continuation of the actions laid out in the 2022 Lower Pool 4 Dredged Material… Read More
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ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Waterways Operators – the trade association of the U.S. tugboat, towboat and barge industry – and the National Safe Boating Council have partnered to create a video educating recreational boaters on how to safely interact with commercial vessels on the water. The three-minute video, titled Sharing the Water: Safe Boating on… Read More