Sand Motor information centre opens
Van Oord in the Netherlands reports that on 6 May an information centre for the ‘Sand Motor’ project was due to open in The Hague.
The Sand Motor project will see 21.5m cu/m of sand deposited in the form of a hook shaped peninsula at Ter Heijde. Wind, waves and currents will spread the sand gradually along the coast of Zuid-Holland province.
The principle of ‘building with nature’ will ensure that the coast will be replenished by natural means. In this way, the Sand Motor will contribute to coastal protection while providing more space for nature and recreation. This is the first time that the Sand Motor concept has been implemented.
At the centre, visitors can learn all about the construction and role of the Sand Motor, as well as ‘building with nature’.
Van Oord said the information centre covers topics such as innovation, marine engineering, research, safety, nature and recreation. Films, a virtual model and photos will allow visitors to enter the world of the Sand Motor. An assistant will be present to answer questions and to provide explanations. From the roof terrace, visitors will have a good view of the coastline and the work being carried out by Van Oord and Boskalis.
