AUSTRALIA'S LEADING CONTRACT DREDGING PARTNER
With a legacy spanning over 70 years, Neumann Dredging is a leader in the Australian dredging industry. Our journey began in the 1950s, pioneering dredge development for mineral sand mining, and has evolved into a comprehensive capability that solves complex challenges across the country.
We deliver a full range of contract dredging services for clients across multiple sectors; all underpinned by a commitment to safety, efficiency and environmental excellence. What sets us apart is our ability to design and manufacture our own fleet, giving us complete control over project outcomes and the flexibility to adapt to your specific requirements.
Our client-centric approach means we're with you every step of the way, from initial planning through to successful completion. Explore our core capabilities below.
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OUR DREDGING SERVICES
MINING's and
TAILINGS DREDGING
MINING's and TAILINGS DREDGING
Specialist tailings management and resource dredging for Australia's mining sector. We help clients safely manage TSFs, reprocess tailings for resource recovery, and maximise operational value while meeting strict environmental standards.
Tailings storage facility (TSF) maintenance.- Tailings reprocessing and resource recovery.
- Fly ash and coal tailings removal.
- Mine water and sediment management.
Maintenance
Dredging
Maintenance Dredging
We specialise in maintaining the vital waterways that support our coastal communities and economies. Our services ensure safe navigational access for ports, harbours, marinas and river channels through the effective removal of built-up sand and sediment.
- Channel maintenance dredging.
- Port and harbour dredging.
- Navigation channel works.
- Coastal infrastructure projects.
Capital Works
Dredging
Capital Works Dredging
Neumann Dredging is a key partner in Australia's major marine infrastructure projects. We have a proven track record in capital dredging for port and harbour development, land reclamation, coastal protection and integrated civil construction works where large-scale earthmoving-by-dredge is required.
- Beach nourishment and sand replenishment.
- Coastal erosion protection.
- Land reclamation works.
- Hydraulic sand transfer.
DREDGE
EQUIPMENT HIRE
DREDGE EQUIPMENT HIRE
Our purpose-built fleet of cutter suction dredges and support equipment is available for hire with flexible arrangements to suit your project needs. We offer dry hire with operator training, wet hire with experienced crews, or complete turnkey solutions with full project management.
- Dry hire with comprehensive training.
- Wet hire with experienced operators.
- Flexible hire periods and arrangements.
- Transportable to remote locations.
THE POWER OF AN IN-HOUSE FLEET
DESIGNED, BUILT AND OPERATED IN AUSTRALIA
Unlike other contractors, we design, manufacture and maintain our own advanced fleet of cutter suction dredges. This vertical integration gives us complete control over project outcomes, allowing for rapid mobilisation, customisation for specific project conditions, and unmatched reliability. Our demountable dredges can be cost-effectively transported to even the most remote locations, ensuring we can deliver our expertise anywhere in Australia and beyond.
PROVEN SUCCESS ON DEMANDING PROJECTS
With over 70 years of hands-on experience, we've completed some of Australia's most challenging dredging projects. From major port expansions to remote mining operations, our team has the technical expertise and equipment to deliver safe, efficient outcomes. Our track record speaks for itself—we consistently deliver projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.
A TRUE CLIENT PARTNERSHIP
Our client-centric approach sets us apart. We work collaboratively with you, consultants and regulators from initial site assessment through to final handover and your complete satisfaction. Our team provides expert technical advice, transparent communication and comprehensive project management every step of the way. We take pride in building long-term relationships based on trust, reliability and delivering results that exceed expectations.
Our Work in Action
Ernest Henry Mine Tailings Dredging
Ernest Henry Mining commissioned Neumann Dredging using our 300mm CSD Nu Compact to remine tailings from the Tailings Storage Facility to recover magnetite.
Lake Illawarra Channel Entrance Dredging
The Lake Illawarra project involved dredging the channel entrance to create a 1050m long x 100m wide channel.
Cadia Gold Mine Tailings Dredging
Newcrest Mining Ltd. contracted Neumann Dredging for the process water pond at Cadia Gold Mine in Orange, N.S.W.
Contact us today to discuss your project requirements and discover how our 70 years of experience can deliver the optimal solution for you.