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Shipyard Partner Stocznia has contracted us for the Engineering & Components package. The vessel is being built for the Maritime Office in Szczecin and will be deployed for maintenance dredging and project support. We design and supply the complete dredging installation, tailored to their dredging requirements. Our team also supports installation and commissioning on board…. Read More
Shipyard Partner Stocznia has contracted us for the Engineering & Components package. The vessel is being built for the Maritime Office in Szczecin and will be deployed for maintenance dredging and project support. We design and supply the complete dredging installation, tailored to their dredging requirements. Our team also supports installation and commissioning on board…. Read More
Electric Power Plants OJSC has invited bids for dredging equipment and related services for the Uch-Kurgan hydroelectric plant modernisation project in the Kyrgyz Republic. Proposals must be submitted by 14:00 local time on 25 November 2026. The Asian Development Bank-financed procurement aims to restore some of the reservoir capacity lost to sediment accumulation since the… Read More
Three million cubic metres of sand will be placed across 261 hectares of tidal flats in the Eastern Scheldt, the Netherlands, in a major replenishment project designed to counter erosion and preserve valuable intertidal habitat for at least 25 years. The works will cover parts of the Galgeplaat and Slikken van den Dortsman, two of… Read More
By Chanshimla Varah Bangladesh has signed a $335.78 million concessional loan agreement with China to expand and modernize the Mongla Port, located 80km from the Indian border. The deal was inked between the Bangladesh government and China’s Export-Import Bank on Saturday, according to state-run BSS news agency. The concessional loan will carry an interest rate… Read More
Ørsted has exercised a long-standing buyback right in relation to the Gunfleet Sands 1 & 2 Offshore Wind Farm, in which Ørsted currently holds a 50.1 % ownership interest. Under the agreement, Ørsted will acquire the remaining 49.9 % ownership interest from its investment partners for a total consideration of approximately GBP 15 million. On completion… Read More
Shagang, described as China’s largest privately owned steelmaker, has moved into shipbuilding by setting up a wholly owned subsidiary in Tianjin, according to Splash247. The Jiangsu-based group joins a widening group of industrial companies seeking to take advantage of China’s expanding newbuilding market. The new entity, Jinsha Heavy Industry (Tianjin), has been registered with capital… Read More
By Mark Cox Powered by the Lovinklaan Foundation, Arcadis’ largest shareholder and a foundation led and managed by Arcadians, the repositioning builds on Arcadis’ strong market presence and clear strategic direction. It is designed to create a distinctive Arcadis brand, show how the company delivers value, and support its long-term growth in key markets. Arcadis’… Read More
Summary: Middle East disruption continues to influence routing and transport capacity as customers prepare for quarter four demand. This month’s update covers seasonal export preparations in Africa, changes to UAE air connections and warehousing requirements in Saudi Arabia, with guidance to support shipment and inventory planning. Executive summary Supply chain planning across IMEA continues to… Read More
This week, we were at the Arabia CSR Network’s Global Sustainability & CSR Forum at Dubai World Trade Centre. The panel on Blue Economy 2030: Coastal Development & Climate Solutions brought 4 voices to the same stage – H.E. Dr Alanoud Abdulla Alhaj Al Ali from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, Maitha Al… Read More
The Young CEDA Pitch Talks at Dredging Days gave emerging professionals just seven minutes each to present research and ideas tackling technical and environmental challenges in dredging. CEDA Members: Please SIGN IN to read the full article. Not a member yet? Learn about the benefits of membership While the advice given in this editorial content… Read More
Meet the Boskalis team in Rio de Janeiro from 21 to 24 September during the ROG.E Exhibition. Visit us at Booth hashtag#A31 to reconnect, exchange insights, and discuss the latest developments in the offshore energy industry. We’re looking forward to seeing you there. Source
By Christine Disch Amsterdam, 9 September 2026 – Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), the world’s leading company delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets published the registration details for the live webcast of Company’s Capital Markets Day event on Tuesday 29 September 2026 from 14:00-16:00 CET. During the event, CEO Heather… Read More
Alex Vainokivi has been appointed Managing Director of SRC Estonia, part of SRC Group – an international ship modernisation and conversion group. The management change reflects SRC’s aim to drive further growth by expanding its portfolio of proprietary products and technologies as well as its project-based services. Vainokivi, previously Innovation Manager, takes over day-to-day management… Read More
The UK’s second largest port group, Peel Ports Group, has appointed Nigel Kent as its first Head of Project Cargo as it strengthens its offering to meet rising demand across this sector. Nigel’s appointment (follows another at Clydeport, Greenock) is in response to the shifting dynamics of the energy transition and major UK infrastructure projects,… Read More
Dr. Al Rubaiey currently serves as Deputy CEO of SOHAR Port and CEO of SOHAR Freezone. Fabio Grandchamp has been appointed Deputy CEO of SOHAR Port and Freezone. Grandchamp is the former Chief Operating Officer of the Port of Pecém in Brazil, where the Port of Rotterdam Authority is also a shareholder. Emile Hoogsteden will… Read More
Erik Jan Bijvank officially takes over from Derk te Bokkel, who guided Royal IHC with dedication and commitment. We thank Derk for his leadership and valuable contribution to our company. Erik-Jan Bijvank brings more than 30 years of international leadership experience gained at companies including Stork and Fugro. He has a strong track record in… Read More
Ørsted has exercised a long-standing buyback right in relation to the Gunfleet Sands 1 & 2 Offshore Wind Farm, in which Ørsted currently holds a 50.1 % ownership interest. Under the agreement, Ørsted will acquire the remaining 49.9 % ownership interest from its investment partners for a total consideration of approximately GBP 15 million. On completion… Read More
ENGIE is starting civil engineering work this month for the construction of eight wind turbines in the port of Zeebrugge, Belgium. The machines have a combined capacity of 42.6 MW (megawatts). According to the partners, they will produce around 115 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of renewable electricity a year from the start of 2028, equivalent to the… Read More
Wind is once again set to become one of shipping’s most important sources of energy. To accelerate this development, Wallenius Marine, together with KTH, RISE and AlfaWall Oceanbird, is launching a new research project to build new knowledge on how vessels can be designed to better harness the potential of modern wind propulsion systems. Shipping… Read More
By Jeremy Beckman The offshore wind sector continues to advance on multiple fronts, with project milestones, vessel investments and floating wind initiatives highlighting activity across global markets. Project execution: Boskalis secures Zeevonk cable installation contract Boskalis will transport and install the inter-array cable system for phase 1 of the Zeevonk offshore wind farm in the… Read More
South Australia’s Wakefield Regional Council has begun major major maintenance and renewal works at the Port Wakefield Tidal Pool, which will see the construction of a new footbridge and maintenance dredging of the tidal swimming pool. Civil Tech Pty Ltd was awarded the contract by Council to deliver both the dredging works and footbridge renewal…. Read More
By Alan Bosworth The Port of Gothenburg in Sweden has finished strengthening the south quay serving its container terminal. The work clears the way for blasting and dredging alongside the berth to begin on Tuesday, October 13. The port said the quay work, which took more than two years, was finished on schedule and within… Read More
By Chanshimla Varah Bangladesh has signed a $335.78 million concessional loan agreement with China to expand and modernize the Mongla Port, located 80km from the Indian border. The deal was inked between the Bangladesh government and China’s Export-Import Bank on Saturday, according to state-run BSS news agency. The concessional loan will carry an interest rate… Read More
The Santos Port Authority (APS) has published two electronic tender notices to meet the demands of the Port Guard. Tender RLE nº 52/2026 aims to supply personal protective equipment for motorcyclists of the Strategic Actions Group, with an 8-month term and opening on October 20. Tender RLE nº 53/2026 deals with the installation of external… Read More
The Falkland Islands Government will begin dredging the approach channel and a berthing pocket at the Energy Dock Facility in Stanley Harbour on Monday, October 5, in works expected to last about three months, according to a notice to mariners issued by the harbour master. The aim is to create a deeper approach channel and… Read More
South Australia’s Wakefield Regional Council has begun major major maintenance and renewal works at the Port Wakefield Tidal Pool, which will see the construction of a new footbridge and maintenance dredging of the tidal swimming pool. Civil Tech Pty Ltd was awarded the contract by Council to deliver both the dredging works and footbridge renewal…. Read More
By Alan Bosworth The Port of Gothenburg in Sweden has finished strengthening the south quay serving its container terminal. The work clears the way for blasting and dredging alongside the berth to begin on Tuesday, October 13. The port said the quay work, which took more than two years, was finished on schedule and within… Read More
By Zelio Tembe Maputo Port Development Company (MPDC) has announced that a new dredging operation to accommodate larger vessels with greater cargo capacity is being carried out in Maputo Port. The operation is expected to create new opportunities for expanding port operations and strengthening the port’s competitiveness in regional and international maritime trade. In a… Read More
By Patricia Sia Ngevao When the tide pulls away from the beach in the agricultural regions in Mahera in Lungi, about 27 kilometers (17 miles) across the sea from the country’s capital, Freetown, the digging commences. Young men shovel sand into cement bags and carry them to a flat open area to pile sand into… Read More
By Kiran Journals Sand and gravel are the second most used resources on Earth after water. The United Nations Environment Programme estimates global use at about 50 billion tonnes a year and says extraction is outpacing sustainable supply. Sand is central to concrete, asphalt and glass, while high-purity silica is a feedstock for silicon used in… Read More
By Peerzada Mohsin Shafi Jammu and Kashmir is beginning to face a construction-material crisis at a time when demand for roads, bridges, housing, hospitals, schools, drainage systems and other infrastructure is rising. Restrictions on quarrying operations and curbs on the extraction, lifting and transportation of mining material have created difficulties for ongoing development works. The… Read More
By Andy Ball Authorities in Cambodia’s Koh Kong province say they’ve approved a sand mining operation exporting to Singapore, despite an export ban imposed by national authorities a decade ago after large-scale dredging was found to be damaging riverine and coastal ecosystems. The dredging is occurring in an area of the Trapeang Rung River that… Read More
Shipyard Partner Stocznia has contracted us for the Engineering & Components package. The vessel is being built for the Maritime Office in Szczecin and will be deployed for maintenance dredging and project support. We design and supply the complete dredging installation, tailored to their dredging requirements. Our team also supports installation and commissioning on board…. Read More
NMDC Group, through its business unit NMDC Dredging & Marine, has officially inaugurated the Abu Al Bakhoush, a state-of-the-art self-propelled heavy-duty cutter suction dredger, during a ceremony held in Nantong, China. The ceremony was attended by H.E. Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade; H.E. Mohamed Najeeb Alrazhi, representing the UAE Embassy… Read More
Wind is once again set to become one of shipping’s most important sources of energy. To accelerate this development, Wallenius Marine, together with KTH, RISE and AlfaWall Oceanbird, is launching a new research project to build new knowledge on how vessels can be designed to better harness the potential of modern wind propulsion systems. Shipping… Read More
Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a five-year service agreement with Greece-based operator TMS Cardiff Gas to support the operation of two newbuild liquefied natural gas carrier (LNGC) vessels. The agreement is designed to maximise vessel availability and operational reliability through optimised maintenance planning, expert support and predictive maintenance services. The order was booked by Wärtsilä… 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
Electric Power Plants OJSC has invited bids for dredging equipment and related services for the Uch-Kurgan hydroelectric plant modernisation project in the Kyrgyz Republic. Proposals must be submitted by 14:00 local time on 25 November 2026. The Asian Development Bank-financed procurement aims to restore some of the reservoir capacity lost to sediment accumulation since the… Read More
The Santos Port Authority (APS) has published two electronic tender notices to meet the demands of the Port Guard. Tender RLE nº 52/2026 aims to supply personal protective equipment for motorcyclists of the Strategic Actions Group, with an 8-month term and opening on October 20. Tender RLE nº 53/2026 deals with the installation of external… Read More
By Ayana Birbayeva ASTANA – Dredging works at the Port of Aktau on the Caspian Sea are expected to increase cargo volumes along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) by up to 30% and reduce maritime shipping costs by 10-15%, according to the port administration. The main phase of the project began in October, with… Read More
Italy’s Port of Gioia Tauro has awarded a €5m ($5.6m) contract to complete dredging of its port channel while starting the next phase of a shore power programme worth more than €100m. Spanish contractor Dravo will deepen the south turning basin and the Eranova quay to 17 metres, leaving the wider channel with depths of… Read More
By Yohan An and Monique Freemon CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Col. Margaret “Maggie” Maasberg assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District during a change of command ceremony July 27, 2026, at the Riverbend Golf Course at Camp Humphreys. Maasberg is the 40th commander responsible for implementing an $8 billion… Read More
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