DEME’s Strategic Expansion: Securing Key Dredging Contracts in Africa
DEME, a leading dredging company, has recently clinched multiple high-value contracts in Africa, underscoring its commitment to coastal protection and infrastructure development on the continent. With over fifty years of experience in the region, DEME continues to spearhead crucial projects aimed at safeguarding vulnerable coastlines and enhancing maritime access.
Coastal Protection in Focus: DEME’s Comprehensive Initiatives in Ivory Coast
In Grand-Lahou, Ivory Coast, DEME’s expertise will be showcased through comprehensive dredging and coastal protection initiatives. Scheduled to begin in Q2 2024, these works aim to fortify the sand barrier between the Tagba Lagoon and the ocean, mitigating the risks posed by coastal erosion, flooding, and escalating sea levels. Leveraging advanced cutter suction dredgers and hopper dredgers, DEME’s efforts in Grand-Lahou are poised to set new benchmarks in coastal resilience and environmental sustainability.
Infrastructure Enhancement: Dredging Projects Unveiled in Benin and Congo
Meanwhile, DEME’s footprint extends to Benin and Congo, where critical dredging operations are set to commence. In Benin, the Port of Cotonou will undergo maintenance dredging of key navigation channels, ensuring uninterrupted maritime access for vessels. This project, slated to kick off in Q4 2023, underscores DEME’s role in facilitating efficient trade and commerce along Africa’s western coastline.
Driving Economic Growth: DEME’s Role in Developing Africa’s Maritime Sector
In Congo’s Pointe-Noire, DEME’s involvement in dredging works is pivotal for the construction of a modern fishing port. By deploying state-of-the-art hopper dredgers, DEME aims to optimize port infrastructure and support the region’s burgeoning fishing industry, driving economic growth and job creation in the process.
Sustainability and Excellence: DEME’s Commitment to Environmental Stewardship in Africa
With contract values ranging from 50 to 150 million euros, DEME’s endeavors in Africa exemplify its commitment to excellence and sustainability. As the company continues to innovate and collaborate with local stakeholders, it remains at the forefront of shaping Africa’s maritime landscape, fostering resilience, and driving progress across the continent.