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Abu Dhabi – Mubasher: National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC) announced a self-propelled cutter suction dredger valued at AED 618 million, expanding its fleet of more than 170 vessels, according to a press release. The 148-meter vessel has an installed power of 30,440 kilowatts, which will enhance the group’s dredging capacity, supporting its expanding backlog and recently awarded projects… Read More
The deployment by the Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) department is part of Delhi government’s effort to clean the Capital’s major stormwater and sewage channels. The Delhi government on Friday commissioned an advanced amphibious dredger and three supporting barges at the Najafgarh drain, a move expected to help with desilting and waste removal in the… Read More
Damen Shipyards Group announced a reseller agreement with PVE Equipment USA (PVE USA) that appoints PVE as authorised partner and official supplier for the sales, service, and parts supply of Damen’s DOP submersible dredge pumps across the US. Under the agreement, PVE USA will leverage its nationwide network in piling, vibro, and foundation equipment to expand US… Read More
At the beginning of 2026, Jakarta has been hit by floods three times. The trigger is heavy rain exceeding 150 millimeters (mm) per day. The intense rainfall has shaken Jakarta due to the lack of water absorption areas and the limited capacity of both micro and macro drainage systems. “The issue of flooding is due… Read More
Our trailing suction hopper dredger Crestway has been operating in Mexican waters for almost a year now. The vessel will remain active in the country in the coming months, carrying out maintenance dredging work in the ports of Tuxpan, Tampico, and Veracruz. Both Tuxpan and Tampico are familiar territory for the vessel and its crew,… Read More
Damen Shipyards Group announced a reseller agreement with PVE Equipment USA (PVE USA) that appoints PVE as authorised partner and official supplier for the sales, service, and parts supply of Damen’s DOP submersible dredge pumps across the US. Under the agreement, PVE USA will leverage its nationwide network in piling, vibro, and foundation equipment to expand US… Read More
27 January 2026, London – The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released the 2025-2026 Flag State Performance Table, continuing an over 20-year practice of providing an objective, data driven assessment of performance based on criteria such as Port State Control statistics and ratification of International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions. The latest Flag… Read More
Tony Swiericzuk has been tapped to lead VRX Silica into a new era following the company’s succession plan. Swiericzuk will start with the Western Australian business in February before taking over as chief executive officer in a full-time capacity in July. Swiericzuk will be taking over from Bruce Maluish, who will transition from his current… Read More
Stena Line has completed the acquisition of the terminal operator Terrabalt in Liepaja, Latvia, and officially taken over Ro-Ro, bulk, and general cargo operations. All approvals from competition authorities and relevant governmental institutions have been granted, and Stena Line is now registered as the owner of Terrabalt. Stena Line also currently operates the Liepaja, Latvia –Travemünde, Germany… Read More
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Hong Kong – Arcadis, a global leader in sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions, proudly participated in the Project Cost Management Forum 2025, held on 7 November in Hong Kong. Organized by the Development Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), the Forum brought together local and international industry leaders… Read More
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 07 November 2025: In collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the emirate’s Department of Municipalities and Transport, Abu Dhabi Maritime, part of AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), has announced the successful end of the submission period for the third edition of the 2025 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards…. Read More
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Tony Swiericzuk has been tapped to lead VRX Silica into a new era following the company’s succession plan. Swiericzuk will start with the Western Australian business in February before taking over as chief executive officer in a full-time capacity in July. Swiericzuk will be taking over from Bruce Maluish, who will transition from his current… Read More
Ørsted takes ninth place in this year’s Corporate Knights Global 100, which ranks the most sustainable companies in the world based on an assessment of the companies’ sustainability performance. This is the ninth year in a row that Ørsted is included on the Global 100 list of the most sustainable companies in the world. Ingrid… Read More
Summary: Charles van der Steene, a 15-year Maersk and logistics industry veteran, takes charge of the strategic market. Dubai: The global integrated logistics company, A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk), has appointed Charles van der Steene as the Regional Managing Director for the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East & Africa (IMEA), effective 1st January 2026. An accomplished professional with… Read More
Summary: The French born logistics and supply chain expert Guillaume Sauzedde is starting in his new role as Managing Director of Maersk’s Region Europe. Copenhagen – With the start of the new year, Guillaume Sauzedde has assumed the role as Regional Managing Director for Europe Region. The French national with over 25 years’ experience in the logistics… Read More
Against the backdrop of strained relations with the United States and ongoing security concerns over potential Russian attacks on European infrastructure, states bordering the North Sea gathered in Germany to announce a major investment plan to boost offshore wind energy production. Industry representatives welcomed the initiative, saying it could help address growing difficulties in securing… Read More
VARD, part of the FINCANTIERI group, has finalized its key contribution to the NuProShip II (Nuclear Propulsion in merchant Shipping) research project: a concept design for a nuclear-powered offshore construction vessel. The study confirms that integrating a small 4th generation nuclear reactor as the primary power source in a DP vessel is technically feasible, while meeting… Read More
The Joint Offshore Wind Investment Pact for the North Seas is a giant leap towards powering Europe with renewable, reliable, and cost-competitive electricity. With more investment predictability, a de-risked investment framework, and a coordinated build-out plan of up to 15 GW per year in Europe, Ørsted and the offshore wind industry is committed to bringing… Read More
RWE and Aneo have signed a transaction agreement for the sale of RWE’s wind activities in Sweden. The agreement covers RWE’s onshore wind development pipeline of 1.8 GW, onshore wind farms with a total operational capacity of 124 MW and the operational Karehamn offshore wind farm with a capacity of 48 MW. It also includes… Read More
Peel Ports has launched a £4 million digitisation programme across its dry bulk business, aimed at modernising operations, improving efficiency, and enhancing customer visibility across its UK port network. The investment will focus on deploying advanced digital systems to streamline cargo handling, planning, and data management for commodities such as aggregates, cement, biomass, and agricultural… Read More
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited is set to undertake the second phase of development of the Vizhinjam seaport at an estimated cost of around Rs 160 billion, with the announcement expected during the inauguration ceremony scheduled for Saturday. The second phase of development will be inaugurated by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, according… Read More
Geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and industrial action weighed on the activities of Port of Antwerp-Bruges in 2025. Total throughput declined but remains broadly in line with previous years. Container traffic remained stable, confirming the port’s role as a logistics hub and underlining the need for additional capacity. In 2026, Port of Antwerp-Bruges will continue to… Read More
South Africa’s busiest ports, Durban and Cape Town, have been quietly gearing up for something big. Since 2025, the talk has been about upgrades, new partnerships, and a fresh approach to moving goods in and out of the country. Now, as Q1 2026 rolls in, the spotlight is on: will the billions poured into infrastructure… Read More
Operating in shallow lagoons, confined spaces and environmentally sensitive areas demands absolute reliability. Together with Maldives Transport & Contracting Company Plc (MTCC), Royal IHC delivers dredging solutions that perform where conditions are at their toughest – supporting critical infrastructure projects across the Maldives. By combining robust vessels, tailored equipment, and on-site technical support, MTCC benefits from… Read More
THE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has ordered the widening of the Mananga River and other waterways in Cebu to increase their capacity and reduce flood risk in the province. “Let’s help the local government to fence downstream, and then go upstream. We can already recover the river, that is the key now…. Read More
At the beginning of 2026, Jakarta has been hit by floods three times. The trigger is heavy rain exceeding 150 millimeters (mm) per day. The intense rainfall has shaken Jakarta due to the lack of water absorption areas and the limited capacity of both micro and macro drainage systems. “The issue of flooding is due… Read More
In a major step to protect Jalpaiguri from floods and waterlogging, the state irrigation department has invited tenders to dredge the Karala river which flows through the town “at no cost”. According to official sources, dredging will be carried out along a 15-kilometre stretch of the river, from within the town up to the confluence… 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
Alberta’s government is acting on 15 recommendations from the Sand and Gravel Task Force to modernize private land sand and gravel pit regulations, aiming to streamline approvals, reduce delays and support economic growth. Sand and gravel are critical for building roads, homes and infrastructure across the province. Officials say the reforms will protect the environment,… Read More
PORAC, Pampanga, Philippines – The supplies of sand and gravel for the construction sector in Luzon are expected to drop as all 40 quarry operators and 850 haulers in this town, Pampanga’s biggest source of the aggregates, closed their sites since Friday night and gave up at least P128 million of gross sales for two… Read More
Abu Dhabi – Mubasher: National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC) announced a self-propelled cutter suction dredger valued at AED 618 million, expanding its fleet of more than 170 vessels, according to a press release. The 148-meter vessel has an installed power of 30,440 kilowatts, which will enhance the group’s dredging capacity, supporting its expanding backlog and recently awarded projects… Read More
Netherlands-based engineering specialist the Dekker Group has taken delivery of a new electric cutter suction dredger (CSD) built by local company De Klop. The CSD is equipped with a submersible pump and pole truck as standard and is built under Bureau Veritas class for coastal waters. De Klop said the CSD was built entirely in… Read More
The deployment by the Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) department is part of Delhi government’s effort to clean the Capital’s major stormwater and sewage channels. The Delhi government on Friday commissioned an advanced amphibious dredger and three supporting barges at the Najafgarh drain, a move expected to help with desilting and waste removal in the… Read More
A large-capacity, heavy-duty dredge pump by Dredge Yard is now fully assembled and prepared for delivery to the customer, where it will be installed on a Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD). Designed for demanding dredging operations, this pump combines robust construction, high wear resistance, and optimized hydraulic performance to handle high-density slurry and continuous operating… 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
To ensure uninterrupted supply of irrigation water to agricultural lands, the state Irrigation department has decided to carry out dredging operations upstream of the Mahananda Barrage near Phulbari in Jalpaiguri district. Tenders have been invited to select an agency for the work, which is expected to begin shortly. Officials said around 1,77,950 tonnes (approximately 53,912… Read More
Download PDF HOUSTON — McDermott has been awarded a major* contract by ADNOC for engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) services for the Nasr-115 Expansion Project, located approximately 130 kilometers (81 miles) northwest of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Nasr-115 Expansion Project is a critical component of the overall Nasr Phase II Full Field Development project… Read More
Rotterdam, the Netherlands – Van Oord’s Spanish subsidiary, Dravo S.A., has signed a contract with the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) for an important coastal protection and beach nourishment project along the Portuguese coastline. This initiative aims to restore and reinforce one of Portugal’s most prominent tourist beaches, ensuring long-term resilience against erosion and supporting sustainable tourism…. Read More
Damen Shipyards Group has announced a contract with the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces (QENF) for the delivery of two ASD Tugs 3212. The contract was announced at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 in Qatar. Auxiliary fleet support The order follows a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by Damen and the QENF… 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