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By Prabhat Ranjan Mishra The global shipbuilding industry is entering a new era of digital innovation as HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) moves to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) across the entire shipbuilding process. Through a newly signed agreement with Siemens Digital Industries Software, the South Korean shipbuilding giant aims to build a… Read More
By Mark Cox Arcadis today announced four senior leadership appointments to drive growth across key regions and service areas. As outlined in 2025 Full Year results, Arcadis is refocusing the business on high-growth markets and moving to a sector and service model – Water, Energy & Power, Technology, and large infrastructure projects – where demand… Read More
The Vishwa Samudra Dredging division is proud to order another dredger, VISHWA DHAN (Beagle 8 Mk2), from Royal IHC of the Netherlands, which was inaugurated at the Royal IHC Shipping Facility in Kinderdijk on December 14, 2025 with the laying of the keel by VS Group Chairman Chinta Sasidhar. It started with a Pooja, followed… Read More
Rotterdam, the Netherlands, 24 July 2026 – The first phase of the Yangtze Canal widening project in the Netherlands has been completed. The contractor consortium comprising Hakkers, De Klerk and Van Oord has delivered a new tugboat quay with twelve berths and shore power facilities. To facilitate this, the Yangtze Canal was widened by 500… Read More
By Christine Disch Amsterdam, July 24 2026 – Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), the world’s leading company delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, confirms that it has received – after the Reuters article yesterday – a second unsolicited, conditional and non-binding proposal from WSP Global Inc. (“WSP”) regarding a potential offer… Read More
Abu Dhabi, UAE; 28 July 2026 – NMDC Energy (ADX: NMDCENR)), a majority-owned subsidiary of NMDC Group (ADX: NMDC) and a leading global provider of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, today announced its financial results for the first half of 2026. The company successfully drove a 16% year-on-year growth in revenues, climbing to AED 9.5… Read More
By Mark Cox Arcadis today announced an agreement to acquire SATEL, a Spain-based power design and engineering specialist with 250 employees. The acquisition strengthens Arcadis’ position in Europe’s fast-growing grid modernization, renewable energy and hyperscale data center markets. Headquartered in Zaragoza, Spain, SATEL has more than 35 years of experience in transmission and distribution networks, substations,… Read More
By Mark Cox Arcadis today announced four senior leadership appointments to drive growth across key regions and service areas. As outlined in 2025 Full Year results, Arcadis is refocusing the business on high-growth markets and moving to a sector and service model – Water, Energy & Power, Technology, and large infrastructure projects – where demand… 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
Great to be part of WEDA 2026 in Montreal! This week, DE Klop is exhibiting at the WEDA Conference 2026 in Montreal, where we are presenting our dredging simulator at our booth. It is great to meet so many familiar faces from the dredging industry again and to reconnect with old friends, colleagues, and partners…. Read More
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 08 July 2026: Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region, will host Touchdown Middle East 2026 in Abu Dhabi, marking the first time the region-wide data centre conference will take place in the UAE. Organised by… Read More
A successful dredging project begins with insight and alignment, and this special 4-day edition of IADC’s seminar on Dredging and Reclamation brings industry experts and participants together in an immersive, hands‑on learning environment — offered at a specially reduced price for this unique edition. WHAT Since 1993, IADC has provided a five-day-long seminar especially developed… Read More
From 3 – 7 August 2026, Royal IHC hosts an intensive 5-day on-site training programme at our Royal IHC location in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This programme is designed to strengthen both your theoretical knowledge and hands-on dredging capabilities, combining core fundamentals with real operational practice. What you’ll get • Core dredging fundamentals • Practical… Read More
By Mark Cox Arcadis today announced four senior leadership appointments to drive growth across key regions and service areas. As outlined in 2025 Full Year results, Arcadis is refocusing the business on high-growth markets and moving to a sector and service model – Water, Energy & Power, Technology, and large infrastructure projects – where demand… 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
By Mark Cox Arcadis today announces the appointments of Jana Belyusova as Chief People Officer and Barbara van Koppen as Global General Counsel. These appointments strengthen Arcadis’ Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and reinforce its focus on performance and growth. Both roles will be based at Arcadis’ global headquarters in Amsterdam. Jana Belyusova will join Arcadis… Read More
During the recent Annual General Meeting, Michiel Athmer from Van Oord, the Netherlands was elected as board member of CEDA. Michiel: “I am very happy to take up this position in the board of CEDA. Working for almost 20 years in the dredging business, I hope to represent the interest of the sector in the… Read More
The blades on a 15-megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine are longer than a football field. Assembling one in open water, on a tower standing more than 100 meters above the waves, depends on a ship built to do nothing else. Rising electricity demand is driving rapid growth in offshore wind. Data centers, electric vehicles and… Read More
For more than two decades, offshore wind has been one of the UK’s greatest industrial success stories. From a nascent technology, offshore wind has evolved into the backbone of a modern, low-carbon energy system, driving investment, creating skilled jobs and positioning the UK as a global leader in renewable energy. That success has never come… Read More
By Carlos Albero Rojas Sweden generates more than 20 percent of its electricity from onshore wind and has staked its industrial competitiveness on a green power future. Yet when it comes to the sea, the country keeps saying no. In the latest round of offshore wind decisions, the Swedish government denied 11 permit applications while approving… Read More
DEME has been awarded a substantial¹ contract for the transport and installation of foundations for phase 1 of the Zeevonk offshore wind project in the Netherlands. Zeevonk, jointly owned by Vattenfall and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its Energy Investment Fund I, will have a total installed capacity of approximately 1 GW. Under the contract,… Read More
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has said physical work on its long-awaited $1 billion port modernisation project will commence before the end of the third quarter of 2026, as it concludes stakeholder consultations and host community engagements ahead of contractors’ mobilisation to site. The assurance comes amid concerns in the maritime industry following reports that Nigeria has begun repaying… Read More
By Gabriel Malheiros The Port of Montevideo has secured $113.5 million in private investment through three contracts signed so far in 2026, as Uruguay seeks to strengthen its role as a regional logistics hub. The agreements cover a liquid bulk terminal, a floating dock for ship repair and a specialized krill storage facility, according to… Read More
We are pleased to announce a long-term partnership with TMA Logistics, securing dedicated terminal space in the Port of Amsterdam to support our offshore operations for years to come. As offshore projects continue to grow in scale and complexity, having reliable access to quay and storage facilities in one location is essential. This agreement provides… Read More
Kamarajar Port Limited has become the second major port in India with an operational draft of 18 metres, enabling it to accommodate fully laden Capesize vessels of up to 170,000 DWT (deadweight tonnage). Van Oord is proud to have contributed to this achievement by executing the capital dredging works for Kamarajar Port Limited, deepening the… Read More
JHENAIGATI, SHERPUR, July 26: Residents of Jhenaigati Upazila in Sherpur have demanded immediate dredging of the Maharshi River and construction of permanent embankments along its banks, saying recurring floods and river erosion have displaced at least 500 families over the past decade. They said annual flooding, triggered by heavy monsoon rainfall and hill runoff from… Read More
With its powerful offshore support tugs SL Griffin and SL Marabou, Boskalis’ subsidiary Smit Lamnalco has been operating in the Stabroek Field, offshore Guyana, for one year. During these first twelve months, a total of 156 towing operations were completed to the highest operational standards, ensuring both safety and client satisfaction. Operating in challenging weather conditions,… Read More
Kamarajar Port Limited has become the second major port in India with an operational draft of 18 metres, enabling it to accommodate fully laden Capesize vessels of up to 170,000 DWT (deadweight tonnage). Van Oord is proud to have contributed to this achievement by executing the capital dredging works for Kamarajar Port Limited, deepening the… Read More
Mr. Nguyen Van Chien, Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Environment, along with representatives from the Provincial Border Guard Command, chaired the meeting. A delegation led by leaders of the Department of Agriculture and Environment, in coordination with the Border Guard Command of Lam Dong province and relevant units and localities, directly inspected the progress of… Read More
By Bruce Songhak Chung North Korea is carrying out large-scale sand and gravel extraction along its major rivers in 2026. Crews are deploying large dredgers and heavy equipment on a scale that is reshaping the terrain itself. I analyzed a time series of satellite imagery covering the Yalu, Daedong and Chongchon rivers. Along the Yalu, temporary… Read More
Suspicions arise that the Vinh Dien River dredging project is being used as a cover for illegal sand mining. The Vinh Dien River originates from the left bank of the Thu Bon River, flows through the Go Noi commune area, and is an important water source for pumping stations irrigating nearly 2,000 hectares of agricultural… Read More
The sand used to build cities, roads and other infrastructure is being removed from many rivers faster than nature can replace it, according to a global review led by researchers from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore). The authors said the problem can be better managed if governments track where mining is taking place, measure… Read More
By Gerald Flynn BANGKOK — Environmental activism group Mother Nature Cambodia on July 14 posted a new video alleging that Cambodia has quietly resumed sand exports to Singapore after the trade was banned in 2017. The prohibition followed a scandal involving environmental degradation along Cambodian rivers linked to shipments of sand sold to Singapore for land reclamation projects. In… Read More
Damen Shipyards Group and the Government of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas have signed contracts for a comprehensive refit programme covering four Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) vessels, restoring and extending the operational readiness of the fleet so the RBDF can continue to protect Bahamian waters without interruption. Programme scope The programme covers the refit of four… Read More
In 2025, facing tough tariff negotiations with the United States, Japan seized on shipbuilding as a powerful bargaining chip. But the government’s roadmap for revitalizing the domestic shipping and shipbuilding industry leaves critical questions unanswered. Not long ago, I published a study of the political and administrative processes surrounding Japan’s use of subsidies to rebuild… Read More
Three Clyde based maritime leaders, Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Ltd, Malin Abram and Coastworks have successfully completed and delivered three structural units for the Royal Navy’s HMS Birmingham (Ship 4), as part of the UK’s Type 26 programme, currently being delivered by BAE Systems. The complex steel units were fabricated by the skilled workforce at… Read More
Last week, we celebrated the launch of the electric mining cutter suction dredger TOMASZÓW at the Biała Góra mine site in Poland. Seeing her enter the water was a memorable moment and the result of teamwork, dedication and close collaboration. From construction in the Netherlands to assembly and launch in Poland, this achievement reflects the… 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
Engineering consultants BMT have been awarded a contract to improve management and safety of the Mooloolah River entrance. The contract follows an independent review of the issues impacting the river entrance on the Sunshine Coast. Dredging under existing contractual arrangements will continue to address sand build up caused by recent wave activity. This will help… Read More
The Vishwa Samudra Dredging division is proud to order another dredger, VISHWA DHAN (Beagle 8 Mk2), from Royal IHC of the Netherlands, which was inaugurated at the Royal IHC Shipping Facility in Kinderdijk on December 14, 2025 with the laying of the keel by VS Group Chairman Chinta Sasidhar. It started with a Pooja, followed… Read More
The Cook Labor Government has welcomed the award of a major contract to Melchor Contracting Pty Ltd under the $37 million Utah Ring Road Reconstruction project, marking a significant investment in critical infrastructure at the Port of Port Hedland. Pilbara Ports awards contract to Melchor Contracting Pty Ltd to reconstruct the Utah Ring Road at… 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
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