Upcoming Meetings & Webinars

Eastern Chapter Meeting	Albany, NY	Oct. 18-20, 2022	Info.
Impact of Treatability Testing on Full-Scale Projects	Webinar	Oct. 26 - 11 AM EST	TBD
Pacific Chapter Meeting	San Francisco, CA	Oct. 26-28, 2022	Info.
Gulf Coast Chapter Meeting	New Orleans, LA	Nov. 7-9, 2022	Info.
Midwest Chapter Meeting	Louisville, KY	Feb. 21-23, 2023	Info.
Dredging Summit & Expo '23	Las Vegas, NV	July 17-20, 2023	Info.

Short Courses

WEDA's Dredging 101	Albany, NY	Oct. 18th, 8 AM to Noon	Info.
WEDA's Dredging 201	Albany, NY	Oct. 18th, 1 to 5 PM	Info.
WEDA's Dredging 101	San Francisco, CA	Oct. 26th, 8 AM to Noon	Info.
WEDA's Dredging 101	New Orleans, LA	Nov. 7th, 1 to 5 PM	Info.

Recent Meetings, Webinars & News

Photos from the Dredging Summit & Expo	View
Dredging Summit & Expo Award Winners	Hall of Fame
Dredging Summit & Expo Presentations	View
Dredging Summit & Expo Proceedings	View
WEDApedia is online	View

What is WEDA?

WEDA is a member of The World Organization of Dredging Associations (WODA). The Western Dredging Association (WEDA) region covers North, Central, and South America. The Central Dredging Association (CEDA) covers most of Europe, Africa, and the Mid and Near East. The Eastern Dredging Association (EADA) covers the Far East and Pacific region. The three organizations constitute the World Organization of Dredging Association (WODA) with equal representation on the WODA Board of Directors. The goals and objectives are common for each of the three organizations, however operations to attain these are independently carried out.

Goals and Objectives

To compile, present and publish scientific and technical papers for the advancement of the science and profession of dredging, navigation, and marine engineering.
To promote the exchange of scientific and technical knowledge in fields related to dredging, navigation, marine engineering, and construction by sponsoring or co-sponsoring national and international technical conferences, seminars, and symposiums, including publication and dissemination of the proceedings.
To provide a forum for the communication of scientific and technical knowledge, through technology transfer and cooperation among associations, societies, and all organizations interested in dredging, navigation, marine engineering, and construction.
To publicize the importance of understanding and developing scientific and technical solutions for problems related to the protection and enhancement of the marine environment.
To support educational institutions for students interested in pursuing dredging and marine engineering as a career.
To recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding engineering and operational achievements in the field of dredging science and technology.

WEDA's Sustaining Members

WEDA is a non-profit organization, and relies on its sustaining members to provide the funding to continue, support and strengthen its mission. The funding provided by the sustaining members ensures WEDA has the financial stability to work on its strategic initiatives and provides the backbone for WEDA’s success. In return and as appreciation for their support, Sustaining Members are recognized on the WEDA website and at WEDA events, receive early access to and first choice in exhibit hall booth selections, and get special marketing opportunities directly through WEDA's Executive Director. A Sustaining Membership in WEDA is the perfect way to showcase your company’s commitment to the US Dredging Industry!

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