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The 27th EMSAGG Advisory Group meeting was held at Bogazici University in Istanbul, Turkey on 12 May 2011. The day saw a busy agenda with discussions of the 2011 autumn EMSAGG Learning Seminar and also of the next EMSAGG Conference to be held in 2012. Information on the project can be found in the EMSAGG bulletin, issue 21, which is available for download please click here
The day after the Advisory Group meeting, on 13 May 2011, the 2011 spring EMSAGG Learning Seminar took place at the Turkish Chamber of Shipping in Istanbul, Turkey. The day saw an exciting programme with presentations offered by EMSAGG members and also from several guest speakers.
Further information the presentation are available please click here:
Call for expression of interest for the purpose of holding an auction of maritime regions for the extraction of raw materials
With a view to give access to exclusive rights of exploration and extraction of raw materials in geographically defined maritime regions, the Danish Nature Agency will carry out auctions as described in Danish Executive Order No. 1451 of 15 December 2009.
For the purpose of holding an auction 9 November 2011 the Danish Nature Agency hereby invites interested parties to select the maritime regions for which they request an auction. The parties are expected to base the selection of maritime areas on future requirements of raw materials.
Expressions of interest must reach the Nature Agency by 21 September 2011 at the latest.
Additional information about the auction and the expression of interest, incl. a form to be used when submitting the expression of interest, can be found on the agency website: www.nst.dk.
CIRIA's coastal and marine group is currently working on the following proposals and projects:
New CIRIA Guidance - The Beach management manual (second edition) (C685) |
CIRIA has released the second edition of the Beach management manual with the aim to benefit the whole coastal community. The Beach management manual is now available to be downloaded. Alternatively the book is available for sale from the CIRIA bookshop as a book or CD-Rom. Visit CIRIA's publication page for further information or to purchase the book. |
New CIRIA Guidance - The use of concrete in maritime engineering – a good practice guide (C674) |
Concrete is a highly versatile, cost-effective construction material, offering not only strength and durability, but also a wide range of opportunities in terms of structural type and form, construction techniques and surface aesthetics. It has been, and will continue to be used extensively in the marine environment. Despite the recognised need for increasing levels of capital expenditure on concrete maritime structures, few technical guides on the design and maintenance of such structures exist. A need for consolidated guidance was identified by the UK and France, and joint action proposed to address industry requirements. Visit CIRIA's publication page for further information or to purchase the book. |
New CIRIA Guidance - Cost standards for dredging equipment 2009 (C684) |
C684 - Cost standards for dredging equipment 2009 is now available. This publication is intended for use by all stakeholders in dredging projects which include consultants, existing and potential clients, project financiers, insurers and dredging contractors. The publication offers a standard method to establish the capital and related costs of various types of dredging plant and equipment commonly in use. |
RP927 International Levee Handbook |
CIRIA is involved with an international collaborative research project developing a single, comprehensive levee handbook collating international practices and knowledge will make dissemination and wider uptake of consistent standards and approaches more effective, proving greater value for money with countries applying best practice suitable to their local conditions. The use of levees (also known as flood defence embankments) remains an important physical means of flood risk management. In the future, major programmes of work will be required to assess and improve the protection provided by levees, addressing the challenges of poor quality design and construction as well as the deteriorating condition of levees and the implementation of adaptation measures to respond to climate change and population growth. Thus far, good practice on levees has not been widely shared between international and national organisations, and consequently benefits of improving the effectiveness of assessment, design, construction and management of levees has not been realised. |
CON 177 Geo-Seas |
The overall objective of the Geo-Seas project is to build and deploy a unified marine geo-scientific data infrastructure within Europe that will affect a data grid. This will result in a major and significant improvement in locating, accessing and delivering federated marine geological and geophysical data and data-products from national geological surveys and research institutes in Europe to research communities. |
Date: 23 - 24 June 2011
Place: London, UK
Project owners, contractors and consultants will benefit from an in depth exchange of knowledge, exploring the benefits of adopting the philosophy of ‘contractual partnering’. Cooperation between these players from the very early stages of project development helps to identify obstacles to early cooperation and possible ways to deal with/remove them.
The event aims to disseminate existing knowledge and to stimulate new, creative ideas for achieving win-win solutions which are for ‘Best for the Project’.
For more information: www.dredging.org/news_details.asp?v0=118
Date: 03 - 07 July 2011
Place: Arendal, NORWAY
The second ICZM symposium will be hosted by the Institute of Marine Research, Norway in Arendal, Norway, and held on 3 – 7July 2011. This multi-disciplinary international conference is intended to promote science and integration of knowledge for the sustainable management of coastal resources. It will provide a venue for scientists, engineers, managers and policy-makers to discuss recent advances and innovative ideas, to share experiences and to develop networks.
For more information: http://www.imr.no/om_havforskningsinstituttet/arrangementer/konferanser/ICZM_2011/en
Date: 13 – 16 September 2011
Place: New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A.
The next instalment of the outstanding Smart Rivers Conference series, a biennial forum bringing together an international group of professionals involved in inland / river transport from around the world will take place in September 2011. This 3-day technical specialty conference is organized by PIANC USA, along with more than twenty partnering organisations.
Key Dates:
For more information: www.pianc.us/ or www.smartrivers.org
Date: 9 – 11 November 2011
Place: Rotterdam, The Netherlands
CEDA Dredging Days 2011 will focus on two main areas where this integrated dredging approach is emerging:
CEDA Dredging Days 2011 will be held in conjunction with Europort 2011 (8 – 11 November 2011).
For more information: www.cedaconferences.org/dredgingdays2011
Date: 15 – 16 November 2011
Place: Belfast, Ireland
Coastal zones around the world are vital to recreation, travel, tourism and wildlife but also play an increasingly important role in energy capture, international trade, habitation and the economy. The coast provides engineers and scientists not only with numerous opportunities for development, but also a host of challenges and barriers to successful management.
ICE's 7th Conference on Coastal Management will cover an extensive range of subjects including; policy, engineering, management and social and environmental implications. Featuring expert addresses from professionals, focusing on sustaining and developing coastal zones, and the barriers that need to be overcome to allow coasts to meet our economic and social aspirations while respecting their natural function.
For more information: More Info: http://www.ice-coastalmanagement.com
Date: 20 – 24 February 2012
Place: Chennai, India
The active mission of the PIANC - COPEDEC Conferences is:
The overall theme for COPEDEC VIII is "Meeting the Challenges of the Coastal Environment”.
For more information: http://www.pianc-copedec2012.in/default.html