Dredging begins at Brazil's Port of Itajaí on May 28, with TSHD Utrecht in operation

en.Wedoany.com Reported - The trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Utrecht arrived at the Port of Itajaí on May 28 to begin operations, aimed at restoring navigable conditions in the approach channel. This dredging action was initiated after authorities detected a decrease in channel depth.

The reduced channel depth has led to restricted vessel maneuverability, logistical delays, and increased operational costs, a situation confirmed by the latest hydrographic survey results from Hidrotop. The Port Authority of Itajaí stated that port operations remained normal during the monitoring period, with the maximum draft of cargo vessels loaded and unloaded at 12.8 meters, a depth still within the safety limits jointly determined by technical teams, pilots, and maritime authorities.

The dredging project will involve continuous monitoring of the approach channel, turning basin, and berths. Port officials estimate that normal navigable conditions will be restored within 60 days or less.

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