{"id":22289,"date":"2026-01-15T05:00:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T05:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=22289"},"modified":"2026-01-14T11:53:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T11:53:27","slug":"deme-celebrates-150-years-of-excellence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=22289","title":{"rendered":"DEME celebrates 150 years of excellence"},"content":{"rendered":"

In 2026, DEME celebrates 150 years of marine and environmental engineering. <\/strong><\/p>\n

From our early roots in 1876, we have grown from our origins in dredging and marine works into a leading, diversified group – shaped by expertise, innovation, resilience and a constant drive to push boundaries. <\/p>\n

Throughout this anniversary year, we\u2019ll take you on a journey through our history, sharing stories and moments that show how challenges were approached, solutions were developed and ambitions kept moving forward. Across our channels and on this dedicated anniversary website, you can discover the people, projects and breakthroughs that made DEME what it is today. This website will be updated weekly with new stories.<\/p>\n

With 150 years of history, there are countless moments to tell. In this anniversary year, we share a selection of moments that illustrate how DEME became the company it is today. With such a rich and extensive history, no single narrative could include every moment and fact. Instead, these stories give some insight into the many milestones and turning points that shaped the company. They are drawn from historic books written by Dirk Podevijn, Mon Vanderostyne, and others, complemented by annual reports, internal magazines, press releases and publications, anniversary books linked to our various activities and the invaluable input of colleagues from across the organization. Throughout the year, we will use #DEME150 to share and connect these stories. <\/p>\n

As we reflect on 150 years, we continue to look ahead with the same spirit that defines us: We Care. We Dare. We Deliver. <\/p>\n

 
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CEVA forms joint venture with EFL<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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EXG executes multimodal movement<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Hellmann expands network with new Dubai hub<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Sarens installs new bridge in Belgium<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Seven Seas Shipping moves an ammonia converter basket<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Kalmar partners with Syncron<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Rhenus publishes its Sustainability Report 2025<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Changes to the Supervisory Board of Nooteboom<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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PCN welcomes Liburnia Poland as new members<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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DEME secures dredging contract in Tunisia<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Ambercor handles massive gearbox movement<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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EXG completes complex movement<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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“K” LINE secures contract from Northern Lights<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Qantas’ MSN 707 takes to the skies<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n
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Tiel announces major expansion<\/a><\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In 2026, DEME celebrates 150 years of marine and environmental engineering. 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