Working Conditions Aboard the Ilembe

On December 8, the state-of-the-art trailing suction hopper dredger Ilembe embarked on its maiden voyage from IHC's shipyard in Kinderdijk, The Netherlands, destined for its homeport in Durban. This impressive vessel, with a capacity of 5,500m3, is anticipated to arrive in Durban around January 12. Significantly, Ilembe is poised to become South Africa’s largest dredging ship, focusing primarily on operations in the nation’s international seaports, with potential assignments across the African continent as well. This addition to the fleet marks a pivotal advancement in South Africa’s dredging capabilities. For more details, visit [Sand and Gravel](http://www.sandandgravel.com/news/article.asp?v1=20401).