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IADC’s Delft Seminar Offers Hands-On Dredging and Reclamation Training

IADC’s Delft Seminar Offers Hands-On Dredging and Reclamation Training

Netherlands

Learn the basics of dredging in five days and complete a tender process from start to finish during IADC’s 𝑺𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓 𝒐𝒏 𝑫𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, held in Delft (Netherlands) from 𝟭𝟱-𝟭𝟵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. Site visit included! Interested? https://lnkd.in/eMQYHa_K Source

Boskalis invests in 24,000 ton high-end Cable Lay Vessel to support the energy transition

Boskalis invests in 24,000 ton high-end Cable Lay Vessel to support the energy transition

Netherlands

Royal Boskalis B.V. (Boskalis) is pleased to announce its decision to invest in a state-of-the-art high-capacity Cable Lay Vessel (CLV), further strengthening its position in the offshore energy market and in support of the global transition to renewable energy. The vessel will be launched to meet the growing demand for long-distance cable installation in the… Read More

Ørsted Advances Flagship Offshore Wind Projects With Earnings And Risk In Focus

Ørsted Advances Flagship Offshore Wind Projects With Earnings And Risk In Focus

Denmark

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Ørsted (CPSE:ORSTED) has started installing foundations at the Baltica 2 offshore wind project in Poland. The company has also commissioned the first monopile foundation at Hornsea 3 in the UK, which is set to be… Read More

Arcadis successfully issues €300 million Eurobond

Arcadis successfully issues €300 million Eurobond

Netherlands

Amsterdam, 14 May 2026 – Arcadis, the world’s leading company delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, announces the successful pricing of its €300 million Eurobond issuance. The €300 million Eurobond is issued with a 4.00 per cent annual coupon rate and will mature on 20 May 2031. The bond issuance is… Read More


Company & People News | Dredge Mining

AD Ports Group Delivers 41% YoY Net Profit Growth to AED 653 Million in Q1 2026; Best Quarterly Profits on Record

United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 13 May 2026: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of integrated trade, industry, and logistics solutions, today reported strong revenue and net profit performance in the first quarter of 2026, demonstrating the resilience of its diversified and integrated trade ecosystem amidst the challenging and complex geopolitical and macroeconomic… Read More

Australia and Kiribati Partnership on Display at Betio Port Project

Australia

Recently, representatives from the Government of Kiribati’s Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agriculture Development toured our dredge Amity and witnessed the dredging operations first hand, reflecting the partnership between Kiribati and Australia in action. Dredging is happening as part of the infrastructure component of the Pacific Maritime Security Program. Hall is upgrading the wharf and… Read More

From theory to practice – dredging training in Brazil

World , Brazil

From 3 – 7 August 2026, Royal IHC hosts the Dredging Training Week in Brazil: an intensive five-day programme covering the fundamentals of dredging – from equipment selection and soil behaviour to automation, operations and project execution. Why attend? ✔ Strengthen your technical and commercial dredging expertise ✔ Learn directly from Royal IHC specialists ✔… Read More

Boskalis invests in 24,000 ton high-end Cable Lay Vessel to support the energy transition

Netherlands

Royal Boskalis B.V. (Boskalis) is pleased to announce its decision to invest in a state-of-the-art high-capacity Cable Lay Vessel (CLV), further strengthening its position in the offshore energy market and in support of the global transition to renewable energy. The vessel will be launched to meet the growing demand for long-distance cable installation in the… Read More


Events & Conferences

IADC’s Delft Seminar Offers Hands-On Dredging and Reclamation Training

Netherlands

Learn the basics of dredging in five days and complete a tender process from start to finish during IADC’s 𝑺𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓 𝒐𝒏 𝑫𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, held in Delft (Netherlands) from 𝟭𝟱-𝟭𝟵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. Site visit included! Interested? https://lnkd.in/eMQYHa_K Source

CEDA-UK Announces Exclusive Port of Bristol Seminar & Vessel Site Visit on June 4

United Kingdom

CEDA-UK invites you to join their Seminar & Site Visit to the Port of Bristol in Avonmouth on Thursday 4th June, with theme “Working in the Bristol Channel and River Severn”. There are only 20 places available for the site visit to the ‘Trym’ & ‘Graham Robertson’ so register now via CEDA’s website: Source

NMDC Group to showcase national-scale industrial capabilities at Make it in the Emirates 2026

United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, UAE; 01 May 2026 –  NMDC Group (ADX: NMDC), a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, marine dredging and infrastructure development, will participate in Make it in the Emirates 2026 as an Enablement Partner, taking place from 4 to 7 May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. NMDC Group’s presence will demonstrate how its integrated… Read More

Royal IHC: Master the essentials of dredging port maintenance and reclamation in just 2 days

Netherlands

New to the dredging industry – or want to truly understand how projects come together? This 2-day course gives you a clear, structured introduction to the world of dredging. What you’ll gain in just two days: A solid understanding of dredging projects from start to finish Insight into key equipment and when to use what… Read More


Maritime hires and promotions

Voith appoints Denise Kurtulus to the Board of Management and as CEO of Voith Turbo

Germany

Heidenheim, Germany, April 30, 2026. The Voith Group appoints Denise Kurtulus as CEO of Voith Turbo and Member of the Corporate Board of Management of the Voith Group effective September 1, 2026. She succeeds Cornelius Weitzmann, who left the company at his own request at the end of 2025. Until her appointment, Dirk Hoke, CEO… Read More

Dredging Corporation of India Seeks Shareholder Approval for Three Director Appointments Through Postal Ballot

India

Dredging Corporation of India Limited has initiated a postal ballot process to obtain shareholder approval for three critical board appointments, following the Board of Directors’ earlier approval of these positions as Additional Directors. Board Appointments Seeking Approval The company seeks shareholder ratification for three key appointments made by the Board of Directors: Postal Ballot Process and… Read More

Arcadis Expands Leadership to Accelerate Sales and Scale Delivery

Netherlands

Appointments strengthen account coverage and execution capacity in priority growth sectors, building on 280+ current global data centre projects won in the past 12 months. Arcadis, the world’s leading company delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, today announces three senior appointments to further build its leadership in digital… Read More

Mercator Marine Group Appoints Arjan Pols as CEO

Netherlands

We are proud to announce that Arjan Pols has been appointed as CEO of Mercator Marine Group. Arjan has a strong background in wholesale and extensive experience in commercial and operational processes. In his new role, he will lead the further growth and development of the group. Arjan: “Mercator Marine Group, with brands such as… Read More


Offshore Wind Power News

Europe’s offshore wind power is vulnerable to attacks. Who is responsible for protecting it?

World ,

By Johanna Urbancik Drone sightings, unclear reporting chains and fragmented responsibilities are exposing a growing blind spot in the North Sea. Possible sabotage, drone overflights and mapping by submarines: the North Sea and its off shore wind farms are vulnerable to hybrid warfare, threatening one of Europe’s crucial renewable energy sources. But, who is responsible for security… Read More

Ørsted Advances Flagship Offshore Wind Projects With Earnings And Risk In Focus

Denmark

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Ørsted (CPSE:ORSTED) has started installing foundations at the Baltica 2 offshore wind project in Poland. The company has also commissioned the first monopile foundation at Hornsea 3 in the UK, which is set to be… Read More

Attacks On Wind Power Make No Sense — It’s Just Another Form Of Solar Energy

World ,

By Carolyn Fortuna A vast and well-organized campaign is actively underway to suspend global wind energy discourse. The Financial Times calls it the US president’s “crusade against renewable energy.” WindEurope, who describe themselves as “the voice of the wind energy industry,” say attacks on wind power pose a “systemic risk to Europe’s security.” Wind energy already accounts… Read More

RWE Offshore Wind Approvals Expand UK Pipeline And Raise Valuation Questions

United Kingdom

XTRA:RWE is a major European utility focused on expanding its renewable power generation, with offshore wind as a core area. The UK approvals add scale to its portfolio at a time when governments are looking to increase low carbon energy capacity. For readers tracking the sector, these large UK projects sit alongside wider activity in… Read More


Port News

AD Ports Group Delivers 41% YoY Net Profit Growth to AED 653 Million in Q1 2026; Best Quarterly Profits on Record

United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 13 May 2026: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of integrated trade, industry, and logistics solutions, today reported strong revenue and net profit performance in the first quarter of 2026, demonstrating the resilience of its diversified and integrated trade ecosystem amidst the challenging and complex geopolitical and macroeconomic… Read More

Iran to unveil new mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz traffic

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

By GOLDIE KATZ Iran has prepared a mechanism to manage traffic through the Strait of Hormuz along a designated route that will be unveiled soon, the head of the Iranian parliament’s national security committee, Ebrahim Azizi, said on Saturday. In a post on X/Twitter, Azizi stated that the mechanism was created in an effort to ensure… Read More

Valenciaport is promoting the use of marine renewable energy

Spain

Valencia, 14 May 2026 – The Port Authority of Valencia (APV) continues to make progress in its commitment to innovation and sustainability through its participation in the European RENMARINAS DEMOS project, an initiative aimed at promoting research, development and innovation in the field of marine renewable energy. The aim of the project is to promote the sustainable use of clean… Read More

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Reviews Operations And Key Developments At Jebel Ali Port

United Arab Emirates

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today visited Jebel Ali Port, operated by DP World, to review operations, meet the teams keeping regional trade flowing and see firsthand the multimodal investments strengthening regional… Read More


Project Updates & Industry Developments

Saudi Arabia Stresses Importance of Maritime Security, Energy Flows at UN Meeting

Saudi Arabia

Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Dr. Abdulaziz Alwasil stressed on Friday the Kingdom’s commitment to global market stability, sustainable development, and ensuring reliable energy flows to support the global economy. Speaking at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Special Meeting on “Safeguarding energy and supply flows: Supporting global development through… Read More

NDMS starts dredging operations at Karachi’s Port Qasim

Pakistan

The National Dredging and Marine Services (NDMS) company has formally commenced dredging operations at Karachi’s Port Qasim, a statement said on Saturday. Dredging is a critical prerequisite for efficient port operations. However, due to non existence of indigenous dredging capability, the capital dredging at Pakistan’s ports had not been undertaken since 1980 restricting the port’s… Read More

Historic Essex waterfront restored after dredging completed

United Kingdom

By Anuska Banerjee The completion of a long-awaited dredging project at Hythe Quay has been officially announced. This marks a major boost for Maldon’s historic waterfront and maritime infrastructure. The works, funded through investment by Maldon District Council and supported by the Maldon Harbour Improvement Commissioners, were completed on May 13 following several weeks of… Read More

DOE Acknowledges Concerns Over Placencia Lagoon Dredging Project

Belize

The Department of the Environment has confirmed that there is cause for concern over the ongoing dredging activities near the Placencia Lagoon, as public pressure continues to mount from residents and stakeholders demanding answers about the project and its environmental impact.  Chief Environmental Officer Anthony Mai confirmed that the department has already conducted a preliminary… Read More


Sand & Gravel News

The global sand crisis: it’s being used up faster than it can be replaced

World ,

Male is one of the world’s most overcrowded cities, but it faces double pressure. As well as a growing population, the capital of the Maldives is also threatened by rising sea levels. Owing to climate breakdown, its living space is shrinking. So the justification for a land reclamation project seemed clear. Take sand from elsewhere… Read More

Abia Govt orders suspension of sand dredging in Osisioma River

Nigeria

By  Daniel Chibuike The Commissioner for Environment, Abia State, Mr. Philemon Asonye Ogbonna  has ordered an immediate suspension of sand dredging activities at the Umuadele River, Okpulo Umuobo,  Osisioma local government area. According to the State government, the suspension was in response to concerns of environmental degradation and other allegations of illegal operations in the river…. Read More

Six detained over RM10 million illegal sand dredging near Kuantan Port

Malaysia

By T.n.alagesh KUANTAN: Six men, including two Indonesians, were arrested for allegedly carrying out illegal dredging and sand mining activities near Kuantan Port yesterday. The 10am raid led to the seizure of a sand dredging vessel, heavy machinery and 250 tonnes of sea sand, with an estimated total value of RM10.28 million. The joint operation, dubbed… Read More

Plans to extract 575,000 tonnes of sand and gravel near Cromwell go before committee

United Kingdom

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Planning and Rights of Way Committee is set to consider four linked planning applications relating to a proposed southern extension to Cromwell Quarry near Newark, including an Environmental Impact Assessment application for new extraction phases and three applications to vary existing conditions. The applications, submitted by Cemex UK Operations Ltd, relate to… Read More


Shipbuilding | Marine Products | Technology

Chinese-developed 35,000 m3 mega dredger debuts in Guangzhou; built by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co Ltd (ZPMC) for China Communications Construction Co Ltd (CCCC) and Guangzhou Dredging Co Ltd.

China

By Wang Ying The “Jun Guang” — a super-sized dredger with a capacity of 35,000 cubic meters — was officially put into operation in Guangzhou of Guangdong province on Friday, ushering in new era of Chinese high-end dredging equipment, characterized by ultra-large capacity, full-process intelligence, and green, low-carbon development, according to Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries… Read More

VARD investing in a new floating dock at Vard Langsten

Romania

VARD is investing in a new floating dock at Vard Langsten, strengthening capacity and execution across newbuild, conversion and service projects. This investment will improve flexibility, planning and delivery reliability, reduce reliance on external dock capacity for critical operations, and support VARD’s ability to deliver to the defense market and other key segments. The dock… Read More

Damen delivers CSOV 9020 TSS Cruiser to Ta San Shang Marine Co., Ltd.

Vietnam

Damen Shipyards Group delivered the first of two Commissioning Service Operations Vessels (CSOV) 9020 to Ta San Shang Marine Co., Ltd. (TSSM) at Ha Long in Vietnam. The company, a joint venture between Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. of Japan, and Ta Tong Marine Co., Ltd. of Taiwan, will use the vessel to support operations at Taiwanese offshore… Read More

Incat Crowther secures design role for 10 Shell-bound CTVs

Singapore

By Bojan Lepic Singapore-based Fast Offshore Supply (FOS) has selected Incat Crowther to design a fleet of 10 crew transport vessels (CTVs) set to work for Shell offshore Brunei. The new vessels, which will be capable of transporting 80 passengers and a payload of 150 tonnes at speeds of up to 30 knots, will be… Read More


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CK Hutchinson Sees Chance of Panama Port Sale Going Through

Panama

Summary Firm hopes for deal capable of getting all regulatory approvals Deal requires approval from China, US, UK, EU, and others Chairman Victor Li misses analyst briefing for first time H1 underlying profit up 11%, net profit down 92% HONG KONG, Aug 14 (Reuters) – CK Hutchison (0001.HK), opens new tab said on Thursday its $22.8 billion… Read More

Royal IHC expands dredge production outside of the Netherlands to VAHALI Shipyards in Serbia

Netherlands

As a result of the growing demand for Beavers®, Royal IHC has decided to expand its production capacity. In addition to their Dutch production capacity, Royal IHC has selected VAHALI Shipyards to build standard cutter suction dredgers (CSD) at its yard in Serbia. The first steel plates were cut last week, marking the official start… Read More

Maersk and Castlery sign multi-year global logistics and fulfilment agreement

Singapore

Maersk has entered into a partnership with Castlery, a Singaporean furniture retailer, for a multi-year global integrated logistics and fulfilment agreement. By leveraging Maersk’s capabilities in managing supply chains amid ongoing disruptions, the partnership will enable Castlery to offer seamless delivery for its customers, reducing wait times for orders to one to two months, approximately… Read More


Upcoming Projects | Contracts | Tenders

Romania installs breakwaters for 9 kilometers and dumps 4 million cubic meters of sand into the Black Sea to curb coastal erosion

Brazil

By Carla Teles Breakwaters installed by Van Oord in Constanța total 9 kilometers and are part of a coastal project in Romania, where 4 million m³ of sand were deposited to reduce erosion, protect resorts such as Olimp, Jupiter-Neptun, and Balta-Mangalia, and strengthen beaches against storms, currents, tides, and swells in the local Black Sea…. Read More

APSEZ’s marine arm, Astro Offshore in contract with Oceaneering International Inc., for European Subsea Expansion

India

Ahmedabad, 12 May 2026: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ), India’s largest integrated transport utility, through its marine platform Astro Offshore, has contracted with Oceaneering International Inc., a US-based engineering and applied technology company, to pursue specialised offshore and subsea opportunities in Europe. The agreement marks a significant step in APSEZ’s expansion into ultra-deepwater… Read More

New round of dredging set to begin at Swansea Channel

Australia

By Rod Thompson A new round of maintenance dredging will begin this week to deliver a safer waterway at the Swansea Channel. And, it marks the fourth stage of works, following the removal of tens of thousands of cubic metres of sand and sediment from the area. The latest phase focuses on the Dog Leg… Read More

USACE Ends Coastal Storm Study for Collier County, Fl. Due to Insufficient Funds

FL, United States

The Army Corps of Engineers terminated its Collier County Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study, ending a yearslong effort to evaluate hurricane and storm surge protection options along the county’s Gulf coastline. The study, reinitiated after Hurricane Ian in 2022, focused on vulnerable areas including Vanderbilt Beach, Park Shore, Naples and Marco Island. Officials examined… Read More


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USACE Ends Coastal Storm Study for Collier County, Fl. Due to Insufficient Funds

FL, United States

The Army Corps of Engineers terminated its Collier County Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study, ending a yearslong effort to evaluate hurricane and storm surge protection options along the county’s Gulf coastline. The study, reinitiated after Hurricane Ian in 2022, focused on vulnerable areas including Vanderbilt Beach, Park Shore, Naples and Marco Island. Officials examined… Read More

GLDD’s Buxton & Avon Beach. N.C. Beach Nourishment Set to Start in May, but FEMA $ Required to Complete Second Phase

NC, United States

If FEMA funding is awarded, it could add around 1.2 million more cubic yards of sand combined to the project OUTER BANKS, N.C. — It’s no secret that Hatteras Island has faced an enormous amount of adversity throughout the fall and winter on the Outer Banks. But soon help will be on the way through… Read More

USCAE Philadelphia District Awards Norfolk Dredging a $27.6 million Dredge Contract for Maintenance Dredging on Delaware River and Wilmington Harbor

PA, United States

PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Philadelphia District awarded a contract to Norfolk Dredging Company for $27.6 million to conduct maintenance dredging of portions of the Delaware River and Wilmington Harbor federal shipping channels. Approximately three million cubic yards of sediment will be dredged from the Marcus Hook, Deepwater Point, and New Castle Ranges… Read More

ERDC, USACE host workshop in Botswana to help mitigate lead contamination

Botswana

GABORONE, Botswana—Subject-matter experts from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Europe District recently traveled to Gaborone, Botswana to conduct an Environmental Soil Screening Workshop with the Botswana Defense Force (BDF) at their shooting ranges. In support of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and the U.S…. Read More


Videos | C-Suite Interviews

IHC Offshore Energy

Netherlands

Introducing IHC Offshore Energy, a leading supplier of reliable and advanced vessels, equipment and services for numerous offshore industries. Drawing on a wealth of knowledge and experience, our high-tech and flexible solutions lead the way towards more efficient and sustainable offshore operations providing a competitive edge to customers worldwide. For more information visit https://www.royalihc.com/offshore-energy … Read More

CK Hutchinson Sees Chance of Panama Port Sale Going Through

Panama

Summary Firm hopes for deal capable of getting all regulatory approvals Deal requires approval from China, US, UK, EU, and others Chairman Victor Li misses analyst briefing for first time H1 underlying profit up 11%, net profit down 92% HONG KONG, Aug 14 (Reuters) – CK Hutchison (0001.HK), opens new tab said on Thursday its $22.8 billion… Read More

Royal IHC expands dredge production outside of the Netherlands to VAHALI Shipyards in Serbia

Netherlands

As a result of the growing demand for Beavers®, Royal IHC has decided to expand its production capacity. In addition to their Dutch production capacity, Royal IHC has selected VAHALI Shipyards to build standard cutter suction dredgers (CSD) at its yard in Serbia. The first steel plates were cut last week, marking the official start… Read More

Containership crashes into cranes in Turkey port; video shows three cranes falling!

Turkey

STORY: Security camera footage from the port showed huge cranes falling over one by one after the first impact. Kocaeli governor said in a statement that there were no injuries or environmental effects reported. Reuters was able to confirm the location from the color and positioning of the cranes, the structure of the port which… Read More

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