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According to The Maritime Executive, Japan’s Prime Minister is set to announce a new investment project. The initiative involves a $100 million commitment to develop robotics and artificial intelligence applications for shipbuilding, with a focus on areas like autonomous welding to improve efficiency. This project forms part of a larger $550 million investment pledge Japan… Read More
Preparatory work for beach sand placement along the Quarteira-Garrão stretch, in Loulé, on the Algarve coast, began on 16 March as a measure to reinforce coastal protection following the effects of bad weather. “Preparatory work has started for artificial sand placement in the Quarteira-Garrão stretch, an essential intervention to reinforce coastal protection and increase the… Read More
The annual general meeting of Ørsted A/S will be held on Thursday, 9 April 2026 at 10:00 CEST. The meeting will be held at the company’s office at Nesa Allé 1, 2820 Gentofte in Denmark. The agenda for the annual general meeting is as follows: Approval of the Annual Report for 2025 and appropriation of profits…. Read More
By Igor Patrick A United States diplomat has told Brazilian port industry executives that Washington does not want a Chinese company to win the concession for a major container terminal in Santos, the largest port in Latin America, in the latest sign that the race for one of Brazil’s most prized infrastructure assets has become… Read More
Headquartered in Denmark, DHI has been committed to advancing and sharing knowledge of water environments for over 60 years, innovating new ways to use, manage and live with water and protect water-related ecosystems. Leveraging our domain expertise, advanced technologies and unique modelling software, we enable a sustainable future for water. https://dhigroup.com/. Source
By Elisabetta Povoledo For weeks, a huge, unmanned Russian fuel tanker has been drifting aimlessly in the Mediterranean Sea, after its crew abandoned ship following a drone attack, according to the Russian government. The 900-foot ship has a gaping hole in its green hull, aerial footage shows, and in the words of a senior Italian official,… Read More
Boskalis in Benin Boskalis recently mobilized a second trailing suction hopper dredger for the coastal protection project in Avlékété, Benin. Their trailing suction hopper dredger Causeway has been dredging along the West African coast since November last year, and the Shoreway recently joined it. Together, the vessels dredged more than 3.5 million cubic meters of… Read More
The annual general meeting of Ørsted A/S will be held on Thursday, 9 April 2026 at 10:00 CEST. The meeting will be held at the company’s office at Nesa Allé 1, 2820 Gentofte in Denmark. The agenda for the annual general meeting is as follows: Approval of the Annual Report for 2025 and appropriation of profits…. Read More
Headquartered in Denmark, DHI has been committed to advancing and sharing knowledge of water environments for over 60 years, innovating new ways to use, manage and live with water and protect water-related ecosystems. Leveraging our domain expertise, advanced technologies and unique modelling software, we enable a sustainable future for water. https://dhigroup.com/. Source
Meet the Boskalis team in Kuala Lumpur from 31 March until 2 April for the OTC-Asia Exhibition. Visit us at Booth hashtag#H409 to reconnect and discuss the latest developments in the offshore industry. Source
CEDA Dredging Days is the flagship conference of CEDA and is the main event on the dredging industry calendar in the CEDA (EMEA) region. It is widely considered to be the primary forum for leading researchers and industry experts, to share ideas, discuss challenges and consider potential solutions. The conference is well-attended by professionals from… Read More
Damen Shipyards Group, in partnership with the Danish Export Association, has held a Match-Making Day in Helsingør, Denmark. Currently, the country is preparing for a series of naval projects to be undertaken over the coming years. The event was set up to explore the potential to further strengthen long-term industrial cooperation for these projects, in… Read More
In the coming months, we will be introducing the various papers/extended abstracts that will be presented at the CEDA Dredging Days from 11-13 May 2026. For more information and to register, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eEdD4CY3 Valerie Biernaux from in2Dredging Pty Ltd will discuss Soil Improvement to Enable Offshore Wind Terminal Operations This paper presents a case… Read More
“We are monitoring developments in the Arabian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz closely and operating our Dubai ports and terminals with enhanced safety and security measures. Jebel Ali Port’s container and general cargo terminals remain fully operational and we are working closely with the UAE authorities, shipping lines, logistics partners and other UAE ports… Read More
Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) announced today two appointments that strengthen its global executive structure. Mauricio Carrasco will assume the role of new Regional CEO for Europe, leading the company’s operations on the continent starting on March 15. Meanwhile, Rodrigo Galleguillos has been appointed as the new head of Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America, succeeding Mauricio… Read More
Dredging Corporation of India Limited has announced the appointment of Mrs. Krishna Das as Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent), marking a significant addition to its board leadership. The appointment was approved through a board resolution dated March 2, 2026, following endorsement from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Appointment Details The board has structured the appointment with specific… Read More
Yesterday, we welcomed 13 talented professionals to the DEME team! Their journey began with our Welcoming Day, where they got to learn more about the company and connect with the teams they’ll be working alongside to help build a sustainable future. Joining DEME means stepping directly into the heart of global innovation – and we can’t wait… Read More
The Floating Offshore Wind Power Technology Research Association (FLOWRA) of Japan and Lloyd’s Register (LR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore technology development cooperation in the field of floating offshore wind. FLOWRA is a technical research association that works with overseas organisations to research and develop common basic technologies for floating offshore wind to reduce… Read More
Our BOKA Fulmar is recognized as one of the world’s most powerful DP2 offshore construction vessels. With a bollard pull exceeding 400 tons, the vessel offers exceptional pulling capacity. In recent weeks, the vessel’s capabilities were further enhanced at the Boskalis shipyard in Rotterdam’s Waalhaven. As part of this upgrade, the BOKA Fulmar was fitted… Read More
Vestas has received a firm order for RWE’s 1,380 MW Vanguard East offshore wind project in the United Kingdom. Vanguard East follows Vanguard West, which was confirmed as a firm order last month. This new order further supports the UK’s advance toward its 2030 clean power targets while building crucial momentum for the wider energy… Read More
Energy independence is a global priority, and Jan De Nul is actively expanding its offshore energy fleet to meet this challenge. Two large vessels for the installation of submarine cables are currently under construction. Last year the company also announced the order of a rock installation vessel to protect those cables. The fleet will now… Read More
By Afiong Edemumoh Nigeria has secured a £746 million financing deal backed by the United Kingdom to overhaul its two busiest seaports—Apapa and Tin Can Island—in what is set to become the most ambitious port modernisation programme in nearly five decades. The landmark agreement, facilitated through UK Export Finance (UKEF), will fund a comprehensive upgrade… Read More
By Gareth Havelock An additional inland shipping berth will be built at the Port of Rotterdam to facilitate transshipment activities at Evos Rotterdam’s terminal within the Europoort area. The existing Evos Rotterdam terminal houses 21 storage tanks with a total capacity of approximately 260,000 cubic metres. Under a planned expansion, five tanks with a total… Read More
By Igor Patrick A United States diplomat has told Brazilian port industry executives that Washington does not want a Chinese company to win the concession for a major container terminal in Santos, the largest port in Latin America, in the latest sign that the race for one of Brazil’s most prized infrastructure assets has become… Read More
Ahmedabad, 14 March 2026: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today commissioned the Haldia Bulk Terminal (HBT) and formally dedicated it to the nation. Designed to handle dry bulk cargo at an annual capacity of 4 MMTPA, the terminal is a fully automated bulk facility on the Hooghly River with direct rail connections – a structural upgrade… Read More
By J Lakshmana Rao Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has commenced its annual maintenance dredging at the New Sand Trap (NST) and other critical operational areas of the port, including OHTB, OB-1, OB-2, MPB, IC, and IHTB. The initiative forms part of the port authority’s ongoing efforts to control coastal erosion and maintain navigational safety. The… Read More
State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Sheikh Faridul Islam has said that initiatives to dredge rivers and restore waterways were taken after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) assumed office. He made the remarks on Saturday while addressing a river dialogue titled “Save the Pashur River, Save the Sundarbans and Save the lives of… Read More
A high-level meeting chaired by Forest Minister and Elathur MLA A.K. Saseendran has decided not to restart dredging works in the Korapuzha river. Following mass protests last month, the authorities temporarily halted the work and appointed an expert committee led by Assistant Collector S. Mohanapriya to examine complaints regarding the project. The committee has submitted… Read More
The portfolio committees on Agriculture and on Forestry, Fisheries and Environment received briefings from the departments of Agriculture; Land Reform and Rural Development; and Forestry, Fisheries and Environment (DFFE) on the dredging in the Mfolozi and Msunduzi flats and the opening of the St Lucia estuary mouth. Thereafter, the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture received its… Read More
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
The use of sediments (sand, sand-gravel, clay) accumulated in reservoirs or water bodies, as well as rocks extracted from the subsoil in connection with the construction of tunnels or passages, will be included in the types of subsoil use. Modern.az reports that the issue is reflected in the draft law on amendments to the Law “On… 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
Concord Cranes and Marlboro Crane Hire in South Africa both invest in an LTM 1100-5.3 Liebherr control system convinces with enhanced operational efficiency, improved safety systems and a redesigned interface for easier operation Customers benefit from fast support, minimal downtime, and reliable performance as a result of strong aftermarket services Following the market launch of… Read More
A next-generation dredger vessel is being equipped with a Liebherr LS-C 80 crane, a compact cylinder luffing ship crane designed for heavy maritime work in harsh offshore conditions Liebherr supplies the crane together with a rail-mounted gantry structure, allowing it to travel along the vessel’s deck for flexible handling of equipment and tools during dredging… Read More
Qingzhou, Shandong Mar 14, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – As global maritime trade expands and coastal infrastructure projects become increasingly complex, the demand for specialized, high-performance dredging equipment has reached an all-time high. Qingzhou Yongli Mining And Dredging Machinery Co., Ltd. (YONGDELI), a premier leader in the maritime engineering sector, is proud to unveil the sophisticated design innovations that… Read More
According to The Maritime Executive, Japan’s Prime Minister is set to announce a new investment project. The initiative involves a $100 million commitment to develop robotics and artificial intelligence applications for shipbuilding, with a focus on areas like autonomous welding to improve efficiency. This project forms part of a larger $550 million investment pledge Japan… Read More
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
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 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
Preparatory work for beach sand placement along the Quarteira-Garrão stretch, in Loulé, on the Algarve coast, began on 16 March as a measure to reinforce coastal protection following the effects of bad weather. “Preparatory work has started for artificial sand placement in the Quarteira-Garrão stretch, an essential intervention to reinforce coastal protection and increase the… Read More
Mariners are advised that, from 20th March 2026, Salcombe Harbour Authority will have a contractor providing maintenance dredging to Batson Creek, Lincombe and Kingsbridge Basin over approximately 2 weeks. Dredging will take place over each high water and ebb tide, both night and day, and is currently planned to begin at Kingsbridge and progress to locations further… Read More
On March 12, 2026, DEME has officially signed the 25‑year concession contract with Brazil’s National Secretariat of Ports (SNP) and the National Waterway Transportation Agency (ANTAQ), formally securing Brazil’s port access channel concession for the Port of Paranaguá. The Paranaguá Port Channel Company SPE S.A., owned by DEME and FTS Participações Societárias S.A. (FTSpar), will… Read More
Rotterdam, the Netherlands, 11 March 2026 – Van Oord has received the final award from the Limburg Water Board for the implementation of the Groene Rivier Well area development. This extensive project will better protect northern Limburg from flooding in the coming years, while at the same time creating space for nature development and future-proof… Read More
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
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
USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Lt. Col. Jason A. Supnet, military deputy chief of contracting for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, has been named the 2025 USACE 51C Commissioned Officer of the Year as part of the USACE Excellence in Contracting Awards Program. The award recognizes Supnet’s contributions to strengthening the… Read More
The Dutra Group, San Rafael, California, was awarded a firm-fixed-price contract for fiscal year 2025 Petaluma River Channel Maintenance Dredging Project. The amount of this action is $9,165,400. Bids were solicited via the internet with two received. Work will be performed in Petaluma, California, with an estimated completion date of Nov. 29, 2025. Fiscal 2025… Read More
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
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
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
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