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Ocean Winds to Develop Third Floating Offshore Wind Site in Celtic Sea

Ocean Winds to Develop Third Floating Offshore Wind Site in Celtic Sea

United Kingdom

19th November 2025. Ocean Winds (OW), the 50-50 joint venture between EDPR and ENGIE, is set to be awarded rights for a floating offshore wind site in the Celtic Sea, off the coast of England and Wales, by The Crown Estate – marking a significant milestone in the UK’s journey toward commercial-scale floating offshore wind…. Read More

Steerprop Delivers its Largest Ducted Propulsion Units for Jan de Nul Rock Installation Vessel

Steerprop Delivers its Largest Ducted Propulsion Units for Jan de Nul Rock Installation Vessel

Finland

Finnish propulsion specialist Steerprop has been selected to supply a complete propulsion package—including the largest ducted propulsors ever produced by the company—for a new Rock Installation Vessel ordered by leading dredging and offshore contractor Jan De Nul. The George W. Goethals will become the third rock installation vessel above 30,000 tonnes in the fleet of Jan De… Read More

Arcadis selected by USACE Europe to support Environmental Services

Arcadis selected by USACE Europe to support Environmental Services

Netherlands

Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, today announced its selection as a recipient of a USACE Europe District Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for environmental compliance services in Eastern Europe. This is a $49 million Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a 5-year… Read More

NMDC’s Yasser Zaghloul Ranked 15th on Forbes Middle East Top 100 CEOs List

NMDC’s Yasser Zaghloul Ranked 15th on Forbes Middle East Top 100 CEOs List

United Arab Emirates

Congratulations to Eng. Yasser Zaghloul, CEO of NMDC Group, for being ranked 15th on the fifth annual Top 100 CEOs list in the Forbes Middle East, 7th among the top CEOs in the UAE, and 1st in the industry. This prestigious recognition highlights his strategic foresight and dedication to driving the organization’s success. Our congratulations… Read More


Company & People News | Dredge Mining

Arcadis selected by USACE Europe to support Environmental Services

Netherlands

Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, today announced its selection as a recipient of a USACE Europe District Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for environmental compliance services in Eastern Europe. This is a $49 million Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a 5-year… Read More

Arcadis expands new global collaboration with Shell

Netherlands

Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), a global leader in sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions, has been awarded a major new, global Architecture and Design collaboration with Shell Global Solutions International Building on a trusted relationship with Shell spanning more than 75 years, this new five-year framework agreement will see Arcadis deliver integrated workplace architecture and design… Read More

AD Ports Group Signs Agreement with CMA CGM Group to Expand Terminal at Khalifa Port

United Arab Emirates

Strong demand drives expansion of the CMA CGM-AD Ports Group terminal joint venture less than a year after its inauguration CMA Terminals Khalifa Port container capacity to be scaled up by nearly 1 million TEUs to 2.7 million TEUs, a nearly 50% increase Expansion to increase Khalifa Port’s total container handling capacity by 9% to… Read More

Noatum Maritime, Siemens Energy and Green Parrot Tech Sign Partnership Agreement to Explore Collaboration in the Offshore Renewable Energy Sector

United Arab Emirates

Partnership aims to offer competitive integrated solutions while supporting the transition to cleaner energy Abu Dhabi, UAE – Noatum Maritime, an AD Ports Group company (ADX: ADPORTS), and one of the GCC’s premier integrated maritime services providers, together with Siemens Energy, one of the world’s leading energy technology companies, and Green Parrot Tech FZE (GPT),… Read More


Events & Conferences

Arcadis Drives Innovation in Cost Management at Project Cost Management Forum 2025

China

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

Visionary Marina Leaders & Frontline Service Heroes Compete in the Expanded 2025 Edition of the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards

United Arab Emirates

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

Glen Dcosta, Schalk van Zyl, and Daan Koetje representing IHC Mining at IME2025 in Kolkata, India!

India

This week Glen Dcosta, Schalk van Zyl, and Daan Koetje have been representing IHC Mining at #IME2025 in Kolkata, India! With their extensive expertise across the mining value chain, they discussed innovative methods for ore acquisition through 𝗗𝗿𝘆 (𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀) and 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, and advanced 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 in gravity, magnetics, flotation, and electrostatic separation…. Read More


Maritime hires and promotions

Birdon hires Joshua Van Der Heiden

Australia

The Birdon team are thrilled to welcome Joshua Van Der Heiden as General Manager Australia East. Josh brings over 30 years of operational and strategic leadership experience across construction, engineering, telecommunications, environmental, and industrial services. He is widely recognised for driving operational excellence and leading large-scale business transformations. Throughout his career, Josh has successfully led… Read More

VARD Appoints Bjørn Hellebust as VP Ship Repair & Conversion

Norway

We are pleased to share that Bjørn Hellebust has stepped into the role of VP Ship Repair & Conversion at VARD. Bjørn has been with the company since 2011 and brings strong technical and commercial insight to his new position. In his new role, he will continue strengthening VARD’s market share within repair and conversion by maintaining existing customer… Read More

AD Ports Group Appoints Jochen Thewes as CEO of Logistics Cluster to Drive Global Growth

United Arab Emirates

The appointment reflects the Group’s ambition to transform its Logistics Cluster -Group’s largest in terms of international reach- into a leading global logistics player Abu Dhabi, UAE – AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of trade, logistics, and industry, today announced the appointment of seasoned logistics executive Jochen Thewes as the CEO… Read More

Change in Konecranes Leadership Team: Jussi Rautiainen appointed President, Business Area Industrial Equipment

Finland

Konecranes has appointed Jussi Rautiainen President, Business Area Industrial Equipment, and a member of the Konecranes Leadership Team. He succeeds Marko Tulokas, who was appointed President and CEO of Konecranes in June 2025. Rautiainen will start in his new role on January 1, 2026, and will report to Marko Tulokas. Jussi Rautiainen (b. 1978) holds… Read More


Offshore Wind Power News

Ocean Winds to Develop Third Floating Offshore Wind Site in Celtic Sea

United Kingdom

19th November 2025. Ocean Winds (OW), the 50-50 joint venture between EDPR and ENGIE, is set to be awarded rights for a floating offshore wind site in the Celtic Sea, off the coast of England and Wales, by The Crown Estate – marking a significant milestone in the UK’s journey toward commercial-scale floating offshore wind…. Read More

Noatum Maritime, Siemens Energy and Green Parrot Tech Sign Partnership Agreement to Explore Collaboration in the Offshore Renewable Energy Sector

United Arab Emirates

Partnership aims to offer competitive integrated solutions while supporting the transition to cleaner energy Abu Dhabi, UAE – Noatum Maritime, an AD Ports Group company (ADX: ADPORTS), and one of the GCC’s premier integrated maritime services providers, together with Siemens Energy, one of the world’s leading energy technology companies, and Green Parrot Tech FZE (GPT),… Read More

Orsted: Carving the cable corridor for Baltica 2

Poland

Carving the cable corridor for Baltica 2 Before Baltica 2 Offshore Wind Farm can deliver its first renewable power to Poland, we need to build the seabed cable routes where we’ll lay the cables. Bokalis’ vessel, ‘BOKA Falcon’, has completed its first task, clearing large boulders from the cable route, and is now ready to… Read More

‘Maintaining momentum in offshore wind is crucial’

Netherlands

It is vital that Europe continues to invest in offshore wind power and its own supply chain. Only then can the offshore wind sector maintain its technological lead, develop scalable innovations and ensure that climate goals are met without adverse effects on marine life. “It is crucial that we maintain the momentum,” says Karen Vennik, Commercial Director Offshore… Read More


Port News

AD Ports Group Signs Agreement with CMA CGM Group to Expand Terminal at Khalifa Port

United Arab Emirates

Strong demand drives expansion of the CMA CGM-AD Ports Group terminal joint venture less than a year after its inauguration CMA Terminals Khalifa Port container capacity to be scaled up by nearly 1 million TEUs to 2.7 million TEUs, a nearly 50% increase Expansion to increase Khalifa Port’s total container handling capacity by 9% to… Read More

Hapag-Lloyd Delegation Visits Sri Lanka Ports Authority

Sri Lanka

A senior delegation from Hapag-Lloyd recently visited the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) to strengthen ties and explore opportunities for further cooperation. The delegation included Mr Christiaan Goeman Borgesius, Senior Director – RME Operations; Mr Jubil Thankachan, Director of Marine Operations – RME Operations; and Mr Lloyd De Villers, Director of Procurement. They were accompanied… Read More

EU Signs Deal with Port of Rotterdam to Design Green Minerals Export Terminal in Namibia

Namibia

Terminal at Luderitz’s Angra Point will support EU’s raw materials and hydrogen import strategy via Global Gateway Backed by N$13m in EU funding, project aligns with Namibia’s hydrogen hub ambitions and export of critical minerals like lithium and manganese The European Union has signed a Service Agreement with the Port of Rotterdam to co-develop a Green Minerals… Read More

Port congestion: Lagos blames NPA policies, rejects shift of operations to Warri

Nigeria

The Lagos State Government has criticised the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, over its decision to shift operational emphasis from Lagos ports to the Warri Port Complex, a move the authority says is designed to ease congestion at Apapa and Tin Can Island ports. Recent operational data released by the NPA indicates improved efficiency and cargo… Read More


Project Updates & Industry Developments

Dagupan seeks early release of funds for river dredging

Philippines

The dredging of Pantal River in Dagupan City has been stalled for almost two months due to funding delays, but engineers say the project may restart early next year once the national government releases the budget needed. DPWH Region 1 project engineer Jethro Palinlin said their team had already filed a request for additional funds,… Read More

Indonesia races to restore shrinking mangrove forests amid coastal erosion

Indonesia

JAKARTA — Haryono, a 55-year-old resident of Muara Gembong, a district in Bekasi Regency, West Java province, recalled how severe abrasion repeatedly forced him to move his home. In 2013, he first rebuilt his house after strong waves damaged the mangrove area in front of his property. Only a few years later, he had to… Read More

‘Sand dredging’ will be a constant task for Batemans Bay’s beaches

Australia

An operation to replace the sand on Batemans Bay beaches has drawn to a close earlier than expected, but it won’t be the last time it’s done. Beach dredging is the science of removing sand and either placing it on the beach you want to restore, or a few hundred metres out so waves then… Read More

Boskalis: A European debut for rock vessel Seapiper

Norway

𝗔 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 On the North Sea, Boskalis’ subsea rock installation vessel Seapiper has started its first installation project in Europe. The vessel recently loaded more than 13,800 tons of rock in Norway, which was a special occasion for the vessel. In recent years, the Seapiper has been mainly active in Taiwan and Australia, and now it has started a new chapter in Europe. Interestingly,… Read More


Sand & Gravel News

Sand, gravel quarrying ban lifted for N. Vizcaya’s typhoon rehabilitation

Philippines

BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya – The ban on sand and gravel quarrying in Nueva Vizcaya has been lifted to support the government’s rehabilitation and recovery efforts in the province. The decision followed a meeting of the Provincial Mining Regulatory Board (PMRB) on Friday, November 14, in this town in response to requests from the League of Municipalities… Read More

Mining board to issue limited quarry permits

Philippines

BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya — The Provincial Mining Regulatory Board (PMRB) has announced plans to issue gratuitous permits for the extraction of sand and gravel “exclusively for urgent government projects.” This was in response to requests from the League of Municipalities of Nueva Vizcaya, headed by Mayor Benjamin Cuaresma III, and the two districts of the Department… Read More

TTAPA calls for moratorium on sand and gravel operations

Trinidad and Tobago

President of the Trinidad and Tobago Aggregate Producers Alliance (TTAPA), Nigel Tenia, is calling on the Government to grant an immediate moratorium on sand and gravel operations, as the sector has been operating without formal licences for more than two decades. Speaking on CNC3’s The Morning Brew yesterday, Tenia said the moratorium would provide temporary… Read More

Illegal quarriers in Toledo river asked to stop

Philippines

CEBU, Philippines — More than 200 individuals engaged in illegal sand and gravel extraction along the Hinulawan River in Toledo City have been ordered to cease operations after a recent inspection revealed widespread environmental damage caused by unregulated quarrying. The Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) confirmed that the discovery followed Governor Pamela Baricuatro’s… Read More


Shipbuilding | Marine Products | Technology

Steerprop Delivers its Largest Ducted Propulsion Units for Jan de Nul Rock Installation Vessel

Finland

Finnish propulsion specialist Steerprop has been selected to supply a complete propulsion package—including the largest ducted propulsors ever produced by the company—for a new Rock Installation Vessel ordered by leading dredging and offshore contractor Jan De Nul. The George W. Goethals will become the third rock installation vessel above 30,000 tonnes in the fleet of Jan De… Read More

Nexans marks major milestone with the hull launch of the cable laying vessel Nexans Electra

Norway

Nexans has reached a major milestone in the construction of its next-generation cable laying vessel (CLV) Nexans Electra, with the successful launch of the vessel from the dock hall at Ulstein Verft in Norway, November 13, 2025. During its time in the shipyard’s roofed and controlled environment, the vessel has been transformed from an empty steel hull to… Read More

Multraship secures Dutch Coastguard contract with newbuild FCS

Netherlands

The Netherlands Coastguard has chartered another vessel from a Dutch owner to bolster its services in the southern North Sea Multraship Towage & Salvage has gained a contract from Rijkswaterstaat Rijksrederij, the Netherlands government’s agency for vessel fleets, to supply an emergency response and security enforcement ship on a long-term contract. This 50-m vessel will be owned, manned… Read More

Seaspan Delivers CCGS Naalak Nappaaluk

Canada

On November 16, 2025, against the backdrop of Vancouver Shipyards—now one of the most advanced shipbuilding hubs in North America—Seaspan Shipyards officially delivered the Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV), CCGS Naalak Nappaaluk, to the Canadian Coast Guard. This milestone marks the fourth large vessel, and the second class of ship, that Seaspan has completed under the National Shipbuilding Strategy… 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

Beach expansion work in Southsea begins on 1 October 2025

United Kingdom

As announced earlier this year, the Southsea Coastal Scheme will add around one million tonnes of shingle to the beach between the Pyramids and the Coffee Cup café in Eastney starting next month. Led by Portsmouth City Council and delivered by Coastal Partners and VSBW, this is the largest local authority-led flood defence scheme in the UK…. Read More

Belfast Container Terminal secures seven-year Kalmar Care contract extension to drive future growth

Finland

Kalmar announces the extension of its comprehensive Kalmar Care maintenance contract with long-term customer Belfast Container Terminal Ltd (BCT), part of Irish Continental Group. The contract was booked in Kalmar’s order intake in Q3 2025 and continuing until Q3 2032. The contract ensures the continued supply of dedicated, 24/7 maintenance support personnel to secure the operational availability… Read More

HCM City unveils 370 mln USD canal dredging plan to tackle worsening floods in southern areas

Vietnam

The city People’s Committee has submitted the proposal to the municipal People’s Council for immediate consideration, seeking approval to launch what officials describe as a critical infrastructure intervention to protect the fast-growing southern urban zone from recurring inundation. HCM City – Ho Chi Minh City authorities have proposed a 9.2 trillion VND (370 million USD)… Read More

Maintenance Dredging to Begin Mid-November at Jurien Bay Boat Harbour, Continuing Through April 2026

Australia

Mariners are advised that maintenance dredging works at Jurien Bay Boat Harbour will commence Mid-November 2025 and will proceed until approximately Mid-April 2026. Dredging operations will occur Monday to Saturday between the hours of 0700 and 1900hrs and on Sundays and public holidays between 0900 and 1900 hours. The works are being carried out by… Read More


USACE

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

Lt. Col. Jason Supnet named 2025 USACE 51C Commissioned Officer of the Year

Korea , LA, United States

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 Wins $9.1 million Maintenance Dredging Project for Petaluma River Channel in Ca.

CA, United States

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


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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