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A government tender in Argentina has highlighted the ongoing rivalry between Washington and Beijing in Latin America. According to a Bloomberg report, the administration of President Javier Milei awarded a 25-year contract to upgrade a key trade artery to a venture with a history of ties to China. Officials from the Milei government announced late… Read More
Despite hybrid attacks from Russia, Poland is betting on offshore wind power from the Baltic Sea. At a forum in Berlin, one message was clear: the region could become Europe’s next major energy hub. Will Europe seize this opportunity? Germany’s offshore wind energy expansion is progressing only slowly. Yet after phasing out nuclear power, the… Read More
Title 1: AI-Designed Crew Transfer Vessel Saves Over 100,000 Litres of Fuel a Year Title 2: World’s First AI-Designed Crew Transfer Vessel Revealed by Compute Maritime and Partners Title 3: World’s First AI-Designed Crew Transfer Vessel Cuts Fuel Use by Over 100,000 Litres a Year Title 4: AI-Designed Crew Transfer Vessel Saves 100,000 Litres of… Read More
Work is underway on the final phase of a major capital dredging programme at Lerwick Harbour, with operations beginning at Dales Voe today (Monday 8th June 2026). Specialist contractor Boskalis Westminster Ltd has returned to the port to complete works that will further improve deep-water access and allow larger vessels to use Lerwick’s facilities across… Read More
By Laurent DANIEL OECD shipbuilding economies are under pressure Shipbuilding underpins global trade, with more than 80% of goods transported by sea. Its linkages to broader manufacturing capabilities and national security make it a sector of strategic importance across OECD economies. But maintaining competitiveness has become increasingly difficult in the face of intensifying competition from… Read More
A DredgeWire Exclusive Royal IHC made meaningful operational and financial progress during 2025, as its extensive (110 page) Annual Report suggests. But the company remains unprofitable and financially fragile despite reporting its strongest order intake in at least five years. Management believes the turnaround phase is largely complete and expects a return to profitability in… Read More
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding has completed the acquisition of a 10% stake in Poseidon Corp, the ultimate parent company of non-operating containership owner Seaspan Corporation. The transaction was valued at approximately US$825.7 million and marks a significant investment by one of the world’s largest commercial shipbuilders into the containership ownership sector. Separately, Hengyuan Asset Investment, the private investment vehicle… Read More
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 11 June 2026: Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region, has announced the development of the KEZAD SME Hub, a purpose-built business platform for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The SME Hub marks the Group’s first-of-its-kind… Read More
BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA – 11 June 2026: DP World has launched its first global seagrass restoration initiative on Geoje Island in South Korea, supporting efforts to restore 2.4 hectares of coastal marine habitat over the next four years and enhancing marine biodiversity. The initiative in South Korea was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between… Read More
Meet the Boskalis team in Manchester on 16 & 17 June at the Global Offshore Wind Exhibition. Visit us at Booth #C40 to reconnect and discuss the latest developments in the offshore wind industry. Source
From 3 – 7 August 2026, Royal IHC brings its Dredging Training Week to Rio de Janeiro, offering participants a unique opportunity to deepen their dredging knowledge through a five-day on-site learning experience. Why attend? ✔ Gain practical and theoretical insights into dredging operations ✔ Learn from experienced Royal IHC specialists ✔ Translate theory into… Read More
Only a few more places available for the upcoming CEDA-IADC Course ‘Dredging for sustainable infrastructure’ in Delft (NL), from 15-18 June. Register today! https://lnkd.in/eh5AWxQD. Source
CEDA-BE invites CEDA members across the globe to join their upcoming webinar on Tuesday 23rd June at 15:00 CET on “The EU Emission Trade System: Join in on a Safari through the Jungle”. The webinar will be presented by Karel Allaert (Jan De Nul). Full programme and registration details can be found on our website:… Read More
The Port of Tyne has announced the appointment of Julia Prescot CBE as its new Chair, effective from 1 July 2026. Julia brings extensive experience in infrastructure, investment and leadership, having worked across major national transport and regeneration projects. Since October 2019, she has served on the Board of the Port of Tyne and as… Read More
The appointment follows a selection process that took place over the past few weeks. During this process, numerous candidates were evaluated by a selection committee composed of members of the Board of Directors. Ultimately, Rob Smeets emerged as the strongest candidate. Rob Smeets is no stranger to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. He has worked for… Read More
HAIFA, Israel, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM) (“ZIM” or the “Company”), a global container liner shipping company, announced today the appointment of Dr. Chen Lichtenstein as its new President and Chief Executive Officer following the resignation on April 15, 2026, of Eli Glickman, the existing President and Chief Executive Officer. The appointment… Read More
Amsterdam, 20 May 2026 – Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), the world’s leading company in delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, confirms that all resolutions that were brought up for vote were adopted during its annual General Meeting earlier today. Heather Polinsky was appointed as CEO and chair of the Executive… Read More
By Dr. Pablo Muylle, Prof. Bruno Merlevede & Prof. Marten Ovaere Wind turbines and their components cross borders multiple times before installation offshore, making trade a key determinant of the competitiveness of Europe’s offshore wind industry. This third BE-WISE report analyses the international competitiveness of the European and Belgian offshore wind sectors using bilateral trade… Read More
Major divestment: Shell intends to sell offshore wind farms valued at over $1 billion, aiming for completion in 2027. Strategic focus: The company is prioritizing oil, gas, and LNG over large-scale renewable investments. Portfolio changes: This follows multiple wind project exits and a review of India’s Sprng Energy unit. Shell sets plan for offshore wind sale Shell has… Read More
We have successfully installed all the project’s 54 giant monopiles in the North Sea off the Scottish coast. Since the first installation in December, our heavy lift vessel Les Alizés has been transiting to and from the Port of Leith in Edinburgh collecting five monopiles per voyage and steadily installing them across the site. In… Read More
Our jack-up offshore transport & installation vessel Norse Wind has installed the first 15 MW turbine at RWE’s Nordseecluster A project in the German North Sea. Norse Wind operates from the Port Esbjerg (Denmark), transporting and installing up to five turbine sets per cycle. By the end of 2026, all 44 Vestas turbines for the… Read More
The Annual General Meeting has approved the so-called squeeze-out. This means that Port of Hamburg Beteiligungsgesellschaft will transfer all shares still held by minority shareholders to itself in exchange for a cash settlement. During the meeting, which lasted around 19hours, the Executive Board came under heavy criticism. Shareholders approved the squeeze-out at Hamburger Hafen und… Read More
By PAUL OGBUOKIRI We are building a globally competitive port system that will strengthen trade facilitation, attract Foreign Direct Investment, and boost investor confidence in Nigeria’s economic future. We look forward to continued collaboration to achieve these goals. NPA is also implementing a digital, collaborative, and all-encompassing platform connecting stakeholders, data, transactions, and initiatives to… Read More
By José López A new consortium between Brazil and Belgium, driven by Global Maritime Forum and RMI, will work on developing a green maritime corridor between the Port of Açu in Brazil and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium. The initiative seeks to create a transatlantic route to transport zero or near-zero emission fuels produced in Açu, such as e-ammonia and… Read More
By: Omana projects AHMEDABAD, India – June 12, 2026 – PRLog — The decision by Boskalis, a leading Dutch dredging and marine infrastructure company, to invest in Bhavnagar Port highlights the growing importance of Gujarat as a logistics and industrial hub. The investment is expected to strengthen port infrastructure, improve cargo-handling capacity, and support regional economic development. As India continues expanding… Read More
The Swedish Maritime Administration and the Port of Luleå have now awarded the dredging contract for the Malmporten Project. Malmporten Dredging Contractors has been selected as the contractor in the joint procurement process for the dredging works. The award means that Sweden’s largest dredging project is expected to continue in spring 2027. The Malmporten Project… Read More
By Alisson Ficher Project to Reactivate the Varadouro Channel reignites environmental dispute in Lagamar, Atlantic Forest area between Paraná and São Paulo, as public agencies, caiçara communities, and environmentalists demand broader studies on dredging, nautical tourism, and impacts on conservation units. The Paraná government’s project to reactivate the Varadouro Channel, between Paranaguá (PR) and Cananeia (SP),… Read More
By: Luis Reyes Saudi Arabia is, by area, mostly desert. The Rub’ al Khali, better known in English as the Empty Quarter, is the largest continuous sand sea on the planet, an ocean of dunes about the size of France that sits within easy reach of every construction site in the country. So if there is… Read More
By Ana Alice Expansion on disputed reefs renews attention on maritime construction, strategic infrastructure, and environmental impacts in the South China Sea, in an area marked by overlapping territorial claims and growing military presence. Vietnam expanded by 534 acres, equivalent to about 216 hectares, the area of artificial lands built in the Spratly archipelago, in the South… Read More
By Ana Alice Present in concrete, glass, and technology, sand has become a resource contested on a global scale, with increasing extraction in rivers, beaches, and seabeds, and impacts monitored by scientists and international organizations. The world uses about 50 billion tons of sand and gravel per year, according to the United Nations Environment Programme. The… Read More
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
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
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
The trade union Unite has called for guarantees that shipbuilding and repair contracts will remain in the United Kingdom following the merger that has brought Cammell Laird and the A&P yards under the ownership of the Cornwall-based maritime group Balaena, the union has said. Unite, which describes itself as the principal union in shipbuilding, gave… Read More
The vessel is based on VARD’s proven VARD 8 02 design, developed to meet the evolving needs of modern, responsible fisheries. Combining advanced technology with operational efficiency, the new trawler is optimised for both semi-pelagic and bottom-trawling operations, ensuring gentle fish handling, high product quality, and reduced environmental impact. Designed for performance, efficiency and sustainability… Read More
On 9 June, at the Seawork exhibition in Southampton, Damen Shipyards Group signed a contract with Carmet Tug Company for a Multi Cat (MuC) 2309. Under the terms of the contract, Damen will deliver the tug within just weeks of the signing – the fast delivery made possible by its stock building programme. Merseyside UK-based towage and workboat… Read More
By Mark Cox Arcadis and Jupiter Intelligence, the global standard for extreme weather risk and adaptation analytics, today launched the PRICE Adaptation Framework, a decision-grade methodology designed to help organizations compare climate adaptation options, quantify return on investment and prioritize resilience spending. The launch comes as organizations across Europe and the US face rising climate-related… Read More
With a 36% increase in turnover compared to 2023, it seemed challenging to surpass 2024. Nevertheless, turnover in 2025 rose again by 6% and net profit by a significant 12% compared to 2024. CFO Jan Neckebroeck: “We are prepared for the future.” With a total turnover of €4.24 billion, we recorded a 6% increase compared… 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
The Jigawa government says it will deploy six amphibious excavators for aquatic weed clearance and dredging in the Hadejia River to mitigate flooding. Governor Umar Namadi said this during the distribution of working tools to 15 community-based organisations (CBOs) on Saturday in Auyo, the headquarters of Auyo Local Government Area of the state. He said… Read More
The expansion and modernization of the port of Progreso, in the Mexican state of Yucatán, moved forward with the launch of a tender to carry out dredging works and build a 40ha port platform, a key project to increase the terminal’s operating capacity, although the investment is not available. The National Port System Administration (Asipona) Progreso,… Read More
Link: https://dx.doi.org/10.21079/11681/50275 Report Number: ERDC/CHL TR-26-14 Title: Simulation of Dredged Material Placement in the San Francisco Bay Using a Multi-Dimensional Hydrodynamics and Sediment Transport Model By Spencer H. Harper and Gaurav Savant Approved for public release: distribution is unlimited. Source
A government tender in Argentina has highlighted the ongoing rivalry between Washington and Beijing in Latin America. According to a Bloomberg report, the administration of President Javier Milei awarded a 25-year contract to upgrade a key trade artery to a venture with a history of ties to China. Officials from the Milei government announced late… Read More
Link: https://dx.doi.org/10.21079/11681/50275 Report Number: ERDC/CHL TR-26-14 Title: Simulation of Dredged Material Placement in the San Francisco Bay Using a Multi-Dimensional Hydrodynamics and Sediment Transport Model By Spencer H. Harper and Gaurav Savant Approved for public release: distribution is unlimited. Source
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
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
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
With a 36% increase in turnover compared to 2023, it seemed challenging to surpass 2024. Nevertheless, turnover in 2025 rose again by 6% and net profit by a significant 12% compared to 2024. CFO Jan Neckebroeck: “We are prepared for the future.” With a total turnover of €4.24 billion, we recorded a 6% increase compared… 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