Shetland: See the World's Largest Dredger in Action! Lerwick Harbour Deepening Project

Experience the monumental £3.2 million project transforming Lerwick Harbour in the Shetland Islands! This is more than just maintenance; it's a massive capital investment to future-proof the port for the world's largest vessels. The Mission: To deepen critical areas of the harbour to a minimum of 10 metres and create ultra-deep-water access at Dales Voe down to −16m. This ensures Lerwick can accommodate modern cruise ships, energy infrastructure, and the next generation of fishing vessels. Project Timeline: Start: Work began in June 2025. Phase 1: Completed in July 2025, involving the removal of 150,000 cubic metres of soft silt. Completion: The entire multi-phase project is scheduled to wrap up early 2026. The Machinery (Boskalis Fleet): Witness the incredible engineering required to break through Lerwick's hard, rocky seabed: Magnor: The world's largest backhoe dredger, seen here scooping up to 20 cubic metres of hard material at a time. Terraferre: The split hopper barge receiving the spoils. Union Onyx: The powerful tug guiding the super barge. Join us for a unique look at the heavy machinery and teamwork making this enormous project happen! #Lerwick #Shetland #Dredging #Boskalis #Magnor #HeavyMachinery #Port #MaritimeEngineering #Shipyard #DeepWater #Construction