Why Dredging Alone Does Not Solve the Mega-Ship Problem
Dredging can provide the depth and under-keel clearance larger ships need. It cannot by itself provide shorter stopping distances, lower windage, wider turns or adequate towage control.
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The Hidden Capacity of a Port Is Control
Channel depth and berth length do not tell the whole story. A port also needs enough control to move large vessels safely.
The Cascade Is Already at Your Berth
Larger container ships move through the network, bringing vessel-control and infrastructure demands to ports that may not have planned for them.