marine dredging

Marine dredging involves excavating sediments, silt, and debris from the bottom of water bodies such as oceans, ports, or rivers. This process is used to deepen waterways for ships, create new harbors, or recover valuable materials like sand and gravel. Dredging typically employs large machinery such as dredgers or excavators to remove targeted materials. While essential for navigation, it can impact marine ecosystems by disturbing habitats and releasing pollutants. Proper management and environmental practices are important to minimize ecological effects during dredging operations.