Upcoming Meetings & Webinars

Innovations in Dredging	Zoom Webinar	Feb. 26, 2021 - 11 EST
2021 Midwest Chapter Virtual Meeting	Zoom Webinar	Mar. 18, 2021 - 1 to 5 CST	Info.
Dredging Summit & Expo '21	Tampa, FL	June 14-17, 2021	Info.
2021 Eastern Chapter	Charleston, SC	Oct. 13-15, 2021	Info.
2021 Pacific Chapter	Seattle, WA	Oct. 27-29, 2021	Info.
2021 Gulf Chapter	Mobile, AL	Nov. 16-18, 2021
WODCON XXIII	Copenhagen, DK	May 16-20, 2022	Info.	Video
Dredging Summit & Expo '22	Houston, TX	July 25-28, 2022

Short Courses

5R's of Environmental Dredging	Tampa, FL	June 14, 2021	Info
WEDA's Dredging 101	Tampa, FL	June 14, 2021	Info.

Recent Meetings, Webinars & News

Houston Ship Channel Webinar - Watch online and view presentation slides	Web page
Engineering with Nature (EWN) Webinar - Watch online and view presentation slides	Web page
Dominating Factors in Slurry Transport in Inclined Pipes - Watch online, view slides, and read the paper	Web page
2020 Pacific Chapter Meeting presentations are online	View
Restoring Coastal Marsh Habitat in West Bay, LA Webinar - Watch online and view slides	Web page
October Women of WEDA Newsletter feathering Catherine Chu	Read

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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 cosponsoring 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 development of 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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