Demolition is underway at the Montgomery Locks and Dam near Monaca, Pennsylvania, marking the beginning of a transformative $1.59 billion infrastructure project led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Originally constructed in the 1920s, the aging lock chamber is being replaced with a modern 110' x 600' (ft) primary lock chamber to accommodate larger vessels and improve navigation efficiency along the Ohio River. With completion expected by 2033, this massive undertaking will not only enhance ... Read more
Last fall, Bird Construction expanded its impressive fleet with the acquisition of the cutting-edge ICE® 14D Vibratory Hammer. This latest addition has already been put to work on a significant project: driving 35-foot-long permanent coated steel sheets for a seawall in Belford, New Jersey. The importance of this seawall project cannot be overstated. It represents a critical initiative aimed at protecting the coastal area from erosion and storm surges, ensuring the safety and longevit ... Read more
Callan Marine is nearing completion of a crucial infrastructure project that will transform the Corpus Christi Ship Channel into the most advanced waterway along the entire U.S. Gulf Coast, stretching from Texas to Florida. This project holds immense significance as the Port of Corpus Christi serves as the largest U.S. energy export gateway and ranks as the third largest seaport in terms of total waterway tonnage. The Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project (CCSCIP) has been a nearly thi ... Read more
