Precision in marine dredging and construction works is a prime determinant of an eff ective project solution and one that maximises all-round economic benefi t. In today’s world technology has a major role to play in achieving this, as demonstrated recently by the application of state-of-the-art technological solutions from USA headquartered Trimble Inc. at the port of Kalama on the Columbia River, Oregon, USA. The port, a major export gateway for bulk commodities, targeted the construction of a new 550ft dock at its marina facilities.