2D effects on dune erosion at maasvlakte 2

Dune erosion due to storm surges and severe wave attack is the primary failure mechanism of sandy sea defences. At a curved coastline, dune erosion is greater than at a straight coastline. However, how much higher is often difficult to predict. This article presents a comparison of field observations and model results of the response of the Maasvlakte 2 curved sandy sea defence to storm attack.

50 years of case law that transformed marine infrastructure contracts

This article reviews various court cases over the past 50 years and considers their influence on marine infrastructure contracts and the allocation of risk between contract parties. The establishment of case law and legal precedent is an ever-evolving process, it being dependent on claimants to put their disputes through the court process to seek the outcome they desire. It is often a long and costly process. The rise of adjudication in various common law jurisdictions and countries means that often disputes are resolved without recourse to the courts and various industry standard contracts have arbitration as the final and binding mechanism to resolve disputes.

50th Anniversary Conference from Birth to Boom: Asian Maritime Megastructures

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the IADC returned to the site of one of the dredging industry’s most notable triumphs – Hong Kong. An exciting one-day conference considered the future of Asian development.

A Common Sense Approach for H2S Release During Dredging

Acknowledging the risk of H2S early on allows the contractor to prepare a safe work environment that includes costs for detection systems and for training crews to be alert.

A Computationally Efficient Model for Predicting Overflow Mixture Density in a Hopper Dredger

Creating accurate models for the prediction of overflow losses by trailing suction hopper dredgers is an invaluable tool in determining the feasibility of land reclamation.

A Contract for “Just Digging a Hole”

To meet the specific needs of the dredging industry, FIDIC has developed a new Form of Contract for Dredging and Reclamation Works.

A Controlled Stable Tidal Inlet at Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

How a joint effort of international experts are transforming polluted, eutrophied water bodies from a sewerage outlet into a living lagoon.

A new method to economically evaluate adaptations pathways

The consequences of climate change are becoming more apparent and mitigation measures alone are no longer sufficient to prevent its impact. Investing in adaptation measures has become inevitable. However, the uncertain future conditions and the high associated investment costs puts pressure on making the best choice. Adaptive pathway planning is considered as a promising approach to develop flood risk reduction strategies that can adapt to changing circumstances. However, limitations in the existing evaluation methods pose challenges in the choice for the best strategy.