Issue I, 2024

Is Now Available

In case you haven't had time to read the latest issue of Marine Construction Magazine we would like to direct you to a few stories that we think show off what we bring to our readers.

So please enjoy these selected stories.

Mason Sears has spent his life on or near the ocean. After working a variety of jobs on sailboats and at marinas, and earning a degree in marine, Mason has drawn from his experience and training to become the point man in the U.S. for an innovative Swedish company that makes floating concrete wave barriers.

A new report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), Benefits of Construction Technologies and their Impact on Society, explains how key innovations are helping contractors and construction sites become safer and more productive, while also reducing their environmental footprint. The takeaway? Better information leads to better results.

The municipal government of Copenhagen, Denmark is building a series of islands and peninsulas on the outer perimeter of its extensive port to shield the city from the increasing effects of sea level rise and wave action. The 271-acre project will solve a number of problems, but has had its share of controversy and opposition.

Marine construction workers face a number of health hazards, including hazards caused by exposure to smoke, fumes, and heavy metals. This guide discusses the importance of respiratory health for workers in the field, how to choose the right equipment to mitigate those exposures, and best practices for respiratory protection.