

Since it was established 1868, it has worked on some of the world’s biggest dredging projects, including creating an island in the form of the world map in Dubai and building an artificial island in Gibraltar, south of Spain. Channel/cove development and enhancement including widening, or creation of channels connecting lakes.Owned by the Dutch Van Oord family, builder royal BAM BAMN.AS and investment firm NPM Capital, Van Oord owns 200 vessels and has 20 offices around the world.Federal, State, and City/Local Government projects such as repairs to flood damaged areas along lakes and environmental enhancements.Mine-to-lakefront property conversions such as sand pit to residential lake developments.Thomas Dredging is a dynamic and diverse company that has the capability and expertise to perform specialty projects such as: Enhance environmental quality by improving water flow or uncovering springs which may be covered with sediment buildup, to better control algae and weed growth.Improve boat access to docks or marinas.Expand or enhance existing lakes prior to residential or commercial development.Expand recreational uses by increasing water depth and clarity to improve fishing, boating, skiing, etc.Revitalize lakes surrounded by homes to enhance depth, improve beaches, and improve water quality.Reconfigure shorelines, slopes, or improve depth of existing lakes to maximize recreational or development value.With a fleet of modern dredging and excavating equipment, a highly experienced technical staff, and an excellent company tradition, Thomas Dredging provides expertise in assisting lake developers, engineers, managers, and homeowners: For nearly 50 years, Thomas Dredging has focused on lake design and waterway enhancement projects in the Midwest, particularly in Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas.
