As one of the industry’s premier dredging companies, Orion has played an integral part in maintaining safe passage through our coastal waterways for over 70 years. Our teams own, operate and maintain a fleet of mechanical and hydraulic dredges and the related support equipment that is used to remove millions of cubic yards of material annually.
Orion Dredging Capabilities
Orion’s dredging services and capabilities can be applied to the following areas and project types:
- Intracoastal Waterway
- Ship Channels
- Maintenance Dredging
- Port Expansion
- Port Depending
- Beach Nourishment
- Wildlife Refuge Creation
- Reclamation
- Marine Construction
- Hurricane Restoration
- Dredge Material Placement Area (DMPA) Construction and Management
Orion Dredging Fleet
Orion owns, operates and maintains a fleet of dredging equipment ready to handle the majority of coast and inland material removal operations. This fleet includes:
- Three 24” Cutter-Head Suction Dredges
- Three 20” Cutter-Head Suction Dredges
- One 18” Cutter-Head Suction Dredge
- 20” to 24” Hydraulic Dredge Boosters
- Mechanical Dredging Rigs
- Mechanical and Hydraulic Offloading Equipment
The Practical Advantage of Experience
As a leading heavy civil marine contractor, Orion has extensive experience and knowledge of the complexities of the dredging process and the complications that can arise during these operations. This will ensure that your dredging project goes as smoothly as possible and that you receive the right solutions for your current and ongoing needs.
At Orion, we work with your company to determine the right dredging services for your needs. Our team has the experience required to resolve your dredging requirements quickly and effectively. Call our offices today at 713-852-6500 to discuss your project with our team. We look forward to the opportunity to serve your dredging needs.