Environmental Aspects of Dredging

Expanding a port, deepening a navigation channel or creating new land for development, introduces changes to our physical, social, economic and political environment. Changes may result from events during the construction process, or relate to the nature of the completed structure. Changes can be positive or negative, short-term or long-term, and may affect the immediate vicinity of the project or a larger geographical area. Predicting and assessing all possible effects of a planned dredging activity in a scientifically-sound and reliable manner is essential, so that appropriate control measures can be taken to avoid or mitigate unwelcome impacts. This book provides guidance for a complete holistic environmental evaluation procedure and for the design and implementation of environmental control measures. The book is of particular interest to engineers, government agencies and port authorities, as well as civil engineering consultants and contractors involved in planning and designing dredging, maritime infrastructure and fluvial projects.

The International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) is the global umbrella organisation for contractors in the private dredging industry. IADC is dedicated to promoting the skills, integrity and reliability of the dredging industry in general and IADC members in particular. Its mission is to provide information about the fundamental need for dredging and its economic, social, technological and environmental benefits. IADC has over one hundred main and associated members which together represent the forefront of the dredging industry.