Insights From the Water’s Edge
Stories, updates, and expertise from one of America’s most experienced dredging and marine construction teams.
For more than seven decades, Mike Hooks has helped shape the waterways, wetlands, and working coastlines of the Gulf and Southeastern United States. Our News & Insights hub highlights the people, projects, innovations, and community efforts that move our industry forward.
From major navigation milestones to environmental restoration stories, this is where we share what’s happening across our fleet, our projects, and our company.
In Focus: Our Latest Highlights
Lake Borgne Marsh Creation: A Once-in-a-Generation Effort
This month marks a milestone for Mike Hooks, LLC: dredging operations are now complete on the Lake Borgne Marsh Creation Project in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana — the largest marsh creation project by acreage in the state’s history.It wasn’t just another project. It...
Cutter Ladder Installed for New Lorraine Hooks CSD
The team at Mike Hooks, LLC is proud to share with you that last week we hit a major milestone in the construction of our new state-of-the-art cutter suction dredge Lorraine Hooks. The 430,000 lb. cutter ladder was carefully carried and lowered into place by overhead...
Dredge Mike Hooks in New Orleans
Our Dredge Mike Hooks had another productive day today on the Nola Harbor project, this time down at Milan Street Wharf across from the Harvey Locks. Excellent work is in order for the whole team. Keep it up! Photo credit: Jimmy Rogers
Our work impacts communities, navigation, ecosystems, and infrastructure across the Gulf Coast. We’re proud to share the stories behind that work — and the people who make it possible.
Below, you’ll find the latest updates from our teams in the field, the survey boats, the project offices, and our headquarters in Lake Charles.
New Orleans Harbor Project
Glad to be back in New Orleans on the Nola Harbor Project. Kicked it off yesterday, dredging from Poydras down to Orange Street making sure the Mother River stays open for business in these parts.
Building a Sustainable Future
Renourishing beaches to protect communities and uplift their economies is one example of how Mike Hooks, LLC is building a sustainable future. We all have the ability to make a positive impact on society and the natural environment. It’s about choices. What are you...
Calling all Candidates for New 27-inch Cutter Suction Dredge
Are you interested in working for a dynamic, family-owned dredging company that is making investments in its people, fleet, and technology, all while sustaining the U.S. economy and natural environment? Come work for Mike Hooks, LLC. Give us a call or send us your...
Mike Hooks Wins National Award for Excellence in Safety
Dredging & Marine Contractor, Mike Hooks, LLC, announces it has been awarded a 2021 AEU Safety Award for the company’s strong commitment to safety in the workplace. The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation for...
National Maritime Day
Yesterday was National Maritime Day, a day set by Congress on May 20, 1933, to commemorate the first transoceanic voyage by a steamship in 1819 by the S.S. Savannah. Since then, it has served as a day to celebrate the vital role our Merchant Marine and the U.S....
Mike Hooks Prepares for 2022 Hurricane Season
Hurricane Season doesn't officially begin until June 1st, but it’s never too early to review hurricane preparation and response procedures in Louisiana.Mike Hooks Preparation Efforts Yesterday, Mike Hooks, LLC hosted St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office’s Special...
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