On January 9, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Pieter van Oord, CEO of Van Oord marine and dredging, was named “Port Man of the Year 2017.” This title has been awarded… Read More
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The Board of Directors of Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation (GLDD) has appointed Lawrence R. Dickerson as board chair, effective February 1. Dickerson is assuming the role from Robert B. Read More
On January 25, the U.S. Senate confirmed the nomination of Rickey Dale “R.D.” James to lead the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the position of Assistant Secretary of the… Read More
In early January, the American Maritime Partnership (AMP) highlighted the U.S. dredging industry in its commitment to maintain inland waterways and ports. AMP, the voice of the domestic maritime industry,… Read More
Kathryn and Ross Thomas, both former Navy pilots, have purchased a majority interest in ANAMAR Environmental Consulting, Inc. They will serve as chief executive officer and chief financial officer, respectively. Read More
The Dredging Contactors of America’s (DCA) Board of Directors announced it has selected the Honorable William P. Doyle, Sr. as its new executive director and chief executive officer (CEO). William… Read More
Jan Van Den Driessche, WEDA’s New President for the South America Chapter Discusses Plans for the Region The Western Dredging Association (WEDA) has welcomed a new president for the South… Read More