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Jan 13, 2010
CEDA publishes information paper: ‘Dredging and the environment: moving sediments in natural systems’.
In this concise and timely paper CEDA’s Environment Commission portrays its consolidated view on what environmentally responsible dredging really means at the beginning of the 21st century.
In this concise and timely paper CEDA’s Environment Commission portrays its consolidated view on what environmentally responsible dredging really means at the beginning of the 21st century. The two-page article consists of five brief sections under the following provocative headings: The document concludes that "Present day dredging projects should be conscious of the natural environment and work in line with nature to optimize designs and working methods."
 
Intermodal transportation: The next wave?
 Holidays are almost over, for those lucky enough to go on vacation. I spent my time away from the sea, and well above sea level. Just for reassurance. As you might know, the majority of Dutch grounds are below sea level (about 65%), and we keep dry feet by pumping water. Without that, we would build our sandcastle around "Amersfoort at the Sea" (a city some 80km inland).
However, spending time in the Alps, some 800m above sea level, my rectangular box driven mind did not come to a complete standstill, wondering about hinterland transportation.
New Strategy & Development Director appointed at Dunkerque Port
 Jean-Frédéric Laurent has just been appointed Strategy and Development Director of Dunkerque Port, replacing Pierre Joly on his retirement. He is 41. |
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