Welcome Page
Welcome to the Volvox Terranova Site
What is it about?
Naturally about the TSHD Volvox Terranova, a Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger, owned by Van Oord. A site for the crew and everyone interested in the Volvox Terranova and dredging. The Volvox Terranova was build by IHC Holland in 1998. Currently we're working in the Dubai, building the Palm Deira together with our "kids". As it looks now, we will stay here a few more years before this project is finished.You can find the Technical Specifications here.
If you think you have something to add, you're welcome to contact us
What's in a name?
What is a Volvox?
Part of the name is "Volvox". So what is a Volvox? It has been said that it is "one of the 7 Wonders of the Micro World". It belongs to the green algae. You can find some pictures of a volvox in the Gallery and more on the Stephen Durr's Volvox website or alternatively Microscopy Terranova? The other part is "Terranova", new earth or land. I guess quite fitting for what we do! Latest: Nothing new! At least not really, some new pictures Enjoy and have Fun! ATB Michael
The Website:
The whole system runs now on a pc (at home) with a ClarkConnect system
