Detailed Design of Marine Terminal in Edward's Cove, Labrador

摘要

In 2003, Westmar Consultants Inc. undertook the detailed design of Voisey's Bay Nickel Company's marine terminal in Edward's Cove in northern Labrador. To facilitate year-round shipping, the design had to withstand the harsh ice conditions at the site. The design was complicated by environmental regulations which limited dredging of the weak seabed clay layer, resulting in difficult foundation conditions. The construction of the terminal was completed in July 2005 and the first ship arrived in November 2005. The terminal serves as a transportation hub for re-supply cargo and nickel concentrate export from mine operations.