RESERVE, LA (July 24, 2006) – Each year DSC progressively builds more dredges and their manufacturing facility continually expands to accommodate the heavy workload. With 2006 already labeled as a record-breaking year for the family-owned company, DSC carries on accepting orders as delivery dates extend late into 2007. “We have been quite fortunate to attain stable growth each year. As DSC continues to develop, we strive to uphold our commitment to keep our customers at the forefront of our business", adds William Wetta – President/CEO. DSC believes their rising reputation for high quality equipment, coupled with successful deliveries has contributed to their thriving growth.
DSC has also noticed an increase in global sales. With two orders currently under construction for the U.A.E. and one preparing for shipment to Nigeria, the company feels its internationally known reputation is stronger than ever. Better Dredges’ recent acquisition of W&S Dredge will also enable worldwide growth as exports are seemingly increasing for smaller dredges.
DSC has always maintained a hands-on, service oriented philosophy. In today’s market, buyers are looking for a long-term relationship and are attracted to DSC’s value of delivering service after the sale. “We are thrilled with the successful start of 2006 and hope the second half of the year will continue to do as well”, says Bob Wetta – Vice President Marketing/Sales.
DSC is proud to announce the following accomplishments that have transpired to date in 2006.
Units Shipped in 2006:
- 20” Shark dredge to Ibile Holdings (Nigeria)
- 18” x 16” custom Barracuda dredge and 16” diesel booster unit delivered to Western Contracting
- 16” x 16” diesel Marlin dredge and a dredge tender delivered to Dickerson of Florida, Inc.
- 12” x 12” electric Marlin dredge delivered to Sahara Sand of Franklin
- 8” diesel booster unit delivered to Sevenson Environmental
- 8” Moray dredge delivered to JF Brennan Company
- 14” x 14” electric Marlin and 14” electric booster unit delivered to Vulcan Materials
- 16” x 14” AC electric Marlin delivered to Unimin Corporation
- 16” x 14” diesel booster unit delivered to Irving Materials, Inc.
- 8” Moray dredge delivered to Western Dredge & Supply
Currently Under Construction:
- 16” x 16” electric Marlin dredge for RLF Baldwin Operations, LLC
- 24” diesel Shark dredge and 40’ workboat for PAL Technologies (U.A.E.)
- 12” x 10” Barracuda dredge for Holliday Sand & Gravel
- 12” x 10” Barracuda dredge for the Army Corps of Engineers
- 16” x 16” electric Marlin for Stewart Mining Industries, Inc.
- A dredge ladder for TXI
- (2) 12” x 10” Barracuda dredges and a twin-screw dredge tender for Dickerson of Florida, Inc.
- 12” x 12” Marlin dredge for Capitol Aggregates, LTD
Other Sales Through DSC Affiliated Companies:
- 12” x 10” Custom dredge for Dutra
- 14” x 12” Custom dredge for Caribbean Marine
- 8” D-20 Custom dredge for the Philippines
- 8” D-20 dredge for HM & Brown, LLC
- 10” J-32 Custom dredge for Columbia Star, Inc.
- Several reconditioned/used dredges