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Out of the blue: 7 land reclamation projects re-shaping the world Twenty years ago, Dubai’s plan to build Palm Jumeirah, a huge palm tree shaped artificial archipelago of luxury hotels and villas in the Arabian Gulf sounded too audacious to be true. Since then, the success of ambitious artificial islands like the Palm and advances in the dredging technology used to create it, have helped fuel a rush of new land reclamation projects. Read More >>> https://lnkd.in/eGRA6dXU #ShannonConstruction #Construction #ConstructionIndustry #ConstructionManagement #GeneralConstruction #PittsburghConstruction #PAConstruction #VisionforGrowth #ConstructionNews #GlobalConstructionNews

🌏 📝 In all of our projects, during the impact assessment process, we place strong emphasis on proposing project-specific impact avoidance and mitigation measures based on best practices in the field that have proven their effectiveness in other situations. This allows for the implementation of projects with the lowest possible environmental impact, as well as the minimization of costs for the beneficiaries.   🐾 However, proposals do not always end up being properly implemented during the construction period. One such example is the implementation of a reinforced fence, which should prevent bears from entering the motorway. The model is based on experience in Greece, where collisions between traffic participants and bears were regularly reported on the Egnatia motorway before the implementation of this type of fence.   𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭.   🐻 A similar model of reinforced fence has been proposed in Romania for a motorway in an area with a high density of bears. Unfortunately, after construction, the result shows only a superficial resemblance to the original model but lacks essential elements. As can be seen in the picture below, the main elements that make the reinforced fence in Greece useful for the reason it was proposed are not found in the fence version implemented in Romania. #ReinforcedFence #WildlifeProtection #RomaniaMotorway #GreeceFence #ConstructionIssues #EnvironmentalConcerns

Boat elevator, how does it work? Part 2 Marine Engineering #BoatElevator #MarineEngineering #InnovativeTransport #WaterwayTravel #LockAndLift #CanalLife #WaterwayInnovation #BoatLift #NauticalEngineering #MaritimeTechnology #CanalTransport #BoatTravel #WaterNavigation #AquaElevator #RiverTransport

🐦 Building a Brighter Future for Kittiwakes! 🐦 We're thrilled to share the remarkable work Four Tees Engineers (FTE) contributed to the creation of artificial nesting structures (ANS) for vulnerable kittiwakes! In collaboration with Red7Marine and Ørsted, FTE transformed the original design to optimise the build process and ensure successful installation off the East Suffolk coast. Three of these innovative structures were strategically placed near Minsmere Nature Reserve and South Beach, Lowestoft, approximately 1 km offshore. By drawing on their experience in challenging environments like Antarctica, FTE implemented a modular kit approach that minimised on-site assembly and streamlined transportation. Their detailed improvements to design, materials, and coatings enhanced the resilience of the structures and reduced long-term maintenance costs. This groundbreaking project, the first of its kind in the industry, demonstrates the power of collaborative engineering to protect precious species and support a healthier marine ecosystem. Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/e-uyfFXT #ArtificialNesting #KittiwakeConservation #EngineeringForGood #Sustainability #FourTeesEngineers #Red7Marine #Ørsted

Swedish marine civils firm SF Marina has installed arc-shaped floating breakwaters to protect the Waiheke Island Marina in New Zealand. Situated in the Hauraki Gulf, Waiheke Island Marina is the newest yachting destination in New Zealand, and has 180 docks that need protection from a large fetch and wake from passing ferries. The environment at the marina is also considered to be ecologically sensitive, being shallow and home to a colony of Little Penguins. “The concern was that a traditional rock-pile breakwater would impact currents and the area’s delicate flora and fauna,” said SF Marina, which is based in Gothenburg. “Plus, the marina required a new office and parking lot, but the adjacent land was already developed, That’s why SF Marina’s floating concrete pontoons were the ideal solution.” The two arc-shaped breakwaters actually mirror the island’s scalloped coastline, comprising 23 individual 20m x 6m floating concrete pontoons. The pontoons are connected with the company’s coupling system, which absorbs and distributes stress loads, with internal steel piles anchoring the breakwater to the seabed. An office and 2,100m2 car park have been built on top of the floating pontoons, which SF Marina claims are virtually unsinkable, with rainwater channeled from the platforms and filtered before going into the sea. After all, SF Marina says, building on top of floating platforms is not new – “in Sweden, a two-storey, 33-room hotel uses similar pontoons for its foundation,” it says. Waiheke Island Marina is 40 minutes from Auckland, the most populous city in the country. Keep up to date with the latest industry news on Maritime Journal; https://lnkd.in/eyVBVKUx

The world's first floating underwater tunnel will be built in northern Norway, connecting the cities of Kristiansand and Trondheim. This project will improve connectivity between different areas of the country. The project involves two concrete tubes connected to each other, which, thanks to a series of floating structures, will remain suspended in the water. In addition, they will be anchored in some places to the seabed with cables. Inside each of these tunnels there will be a two-lane highway, one for each direction of travel. There will also be dedicated lanes for bicycles. These tunnels will not interrupt the navigation of boats, as they will be immersed at a depth of about 30 meters. The total length will be about 1.2 kilometers. Thanks to projects of this type, Norway will be able to reduce its dependence on its ferry system, currently used to cross the fjords, significantly reducing travel times. The project is estimated to cost around $25 billion, and the Norwegian Road Administration expects the tunnel to be completed by 2035.

# Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone ## Great Lakes Dredge & Dock's Multi Cat vessels awarded 2024 Significant Boat of the Year at International WorkBoat Show 💼🏆 Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation's Multi Cat vessels have emerged as the winners of the prestigious 2024 Significant Boat of the Year award 🚢⚓. Recognized for their outstanding safety and efficiency, these new dredge support vessels, named Cape Hatteras and Cape Canaveral, have proven their mettle in the maritime industry. 🌊🏅 With this remarkable achievement, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation solidifies its position as a leader in the field of marine construction and maintenance. 🌍💼 The Multi Cat vessels' cutting-edge design and advanced technology have set new benchmarks for excellence, ensuring safe and efficient operations in challenging aquatic environments. ⛵🌟 As an experienced investment advisor, I encourage you to seize this opportunity to explore the potential benefits of the health savings account \(HSA\) while considering investments in companies like Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation. Investing in healthcare-related industries not only diversifies your portfolio but also contributes to the betterment of society. 💪💰 Don't miss out on the chance to invest wisely in both your financial future and the well-being of your loved ones. Act now and embrace the power of HSA investing to secure a prosperous future, while simultaneously fostering the growth of healthcare and wellness sectors. 📈💼💚 #hsa #investing #healthcare #health #family #wellness

Delving into vessel infrastructure: Unveiling the vital sludge tank, a cornerstone of maritime operations. . #ratsonshipbuilding #ratsonshipyard #marine #maritim #maritime #IMO #environment #environmentalawareness #sloptank #sludge #sludgetank #sludgetreatment #design #oil #cleaning #ship #ships #shiplife