1. Opening Session |
| 1.1 | Welcome
Marc Eisma, chairman SedNet & Port of Rotterdam Authority, NL |
| 1.2 | Relevance of sediment management in the context of river basin management planning
Raimund Mair, European Commission – DG Environment |
| 1.3 | Small particles, big issue – sediment matters
Peter Heininger, SedNet SG & Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
2. Session “Sediments Moving to Land, and Soil Moving to Water”
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| 2.1 | Introductory poster: “When sediment becomes soil and soil becomes sediment…” A report from the SedNet special workshop at Strengliner Mühle, May 2016
Susanne Heise, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Germany | Abstract |
| 2.2 | Soil-sediment transitions and the implications for the structure and function of restored wetlands
Kate Spencer, Queen Mary University of London, UK | Abstract |
| 2.3 | Between floodplain soil and river bed – linking results from innovative non-invasive PCDD/F mapping to particle bound mass flux data
Patrick Jacobs, Tauw, Germany | Abstract |
| 2.4 | A multi-criteria approach supporting the investigation of a floodplain potentially contaminated by pesticides
Luca Ziliani, Ramboll Environ, Italy | Abstract |
| 2.5 | The effect of organic matter on shrinkage and water retention behaviour of organic dredged sediments
Leon van Paassen, Arizona State University, USA | Abstract |
| 2.6 | Discussion | – |
3. Session “Sediment Quality Criteria: Derivation, Implementation and Enforcement”
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| 3.1 | Introduction by chairperson
Carmen Casado, SedNet SG & EAWAG-EPFL, Switzerland | – |
| 3.2 | Using a pollution-sensitive biotic indicator to assess the predictive ability of Sediment Quality Guidelines (SQGs) for fine sediments (presentation not available)
Marvin Brinke, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 3.3 | Stepwise approach for the derivation of sediment quality criteria at different spatial scales: case study of mercury contamination in river basins from North Spain (presentation not available)
Leire Méndez Fernández, University of the Basque Country, Spain | Abstract |
| 3.4 | Sediment quality classification based on Weight of Evidence approach in the recent Italian regulation
Cristian Mugnai, ISPRA, Italy | Abstract |
| 3.5 | Evolution of the monitoring network of seaports to a consideration of European priority substances
Julie Droit, Cerema, France | Abstract |
4. Session “Effects of Remedial Measures” |
| 4.1 | Long term effect of sediment remediation – mechanisms of failure and success based on case studies
Arne Pettersen/Anita Whitlock Nybakk, Norwegian Geotechnical Institute, Norway | Abstract |
| 4.2 | Remediation of urban waterways in Flanders – the Bluegreen Network and Eeklo example
Goedele Vanacker, OVAM, Belgium | Abstract |
| 4.3. | Design of a large-scale remediation approach of a heavy polluted river – a balance between remediation, ecological value and practical limits
Annemie Boden, Antea Group, Belgium | Abstract |
| 4.4 | Mass flux and forensic assessment using PAHs: informed remediation decision making at one of Canada’s most contaminated sites
Tony Walker, Dalhousie University, Canada | Abstract |
| 4.5 | Is the conservative turbidity limit the most environment-friendly approach? A review of the use of turbidity measurements in remediation projects
Håkon Langberg, Norwegian Geotechnical Institute, Norway | Abstract |
| 4.6 | Capping of contaminated seabed in Norway – lessons learned
Jens Laugesen, Det Norske Veritas, Norway | Abstract |
5. Session “Disposal of Sediments at Sea” |
| 5.1 | Alternatives to aquatic placement applying regional sediment manufacturing to innovative stabilization for brownfields beneficial use. Presentation of Pneumatic Flow Tube Mixing (PFTM).
Eric Stern, Tipping Point Resources Group, USA | Abstract |
| 5.2 | An evaluation of 15 years lowered disposal sites at sea and a perspective to the future
Marco Wensveen, Port of Rotterdam Authority, NL | Abstract |
| 5.3 | Metal fluxes from a sea deposit site for mine tailings
Morten Schaanning, NIVA – Norwegian Institute for Water Research, Norway | Abstract |
| 5.4 | Effects of the disposal of dredged sediments on river bed volumes and morphological structures
Axel Winterscheid, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 5.5 | Impacts on the marine environment by long term use of a deposit site in the German Bight
Uwe Hentschke, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 5.6 | The sensitivity of soft-sediment habitats to dredged material dumping
Gert Van Hoey, Institute for Agricultural and Fisheries Science, Belgium | Abstract |
| 5.7 | SEDITERRA: Guidelines for the sustainable treatment of sediments in the area of the Interreg Project “Maritime”
Erwan Tessier, INSA – University of Lyon, France | – |
| 5.8 | SE.D.RI.PORT: Sand accumulation and management of dredging activities in port areas. An integrated multidisciplinary approach to planning and monitoring
Rosa Maria Bertolotto, ARPAL – Environmental Protection Agency of Liguria, Italy | – |
6. Session Sediment Balance
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| 6.1 | Challenges, impacts, and management opportunities for sediment in large river basins
Mathias Kondolf, University of California Berkeley, USA | Abstract |
| 6.2 | Biotic impact of different sediment flushing practices in Italian alpine rivers
Daniele Demartini, Riverment, Italy | Abstract |
| 6.3 | Uncertainty assessment on erosion of cohesive sediment in the Upper Rhine: Implications for sediment management
Thomas Hoffmann/Gudrun Hillebrand, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 6.4 | Implications of spatial distribution of suspended sediment concentrations on reservoir management, case study Iffezheim
Gudrun Hillebrand, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 6.5 | Regaining sediments: the Orba River lower reach bank erosions (NW Italy)
Andrea Mandarino, University of Genova, Italy | Abstract |
| 6.6 | Assessment of Vistula delta cone development under sediment deficit conditions (Poland)
Michael Habel, Kazimierz Wielki University, Poland | Abstract |
| 6.7 | Uncertainty in complex three-dimensional sediment transport models: implications for management
Katherine Cronin, Deltares, NL | Abstract |
| 6.8 | The imperative of sediment management concepts in River Basin Management Plans
Stefan Vollmer/Axel Winterscheid, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 6.9 | Sediment balance disturbed: so what and what next?
Wrap-up and discussion
Jos Brils, Deltares, NL | Abstract |
7. Session “Sediment quality” |
| 7.1 | Sediment management for a living river – the Lahn River case
Alexandra Brinke, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 7.2 | Looking for an appropriate monitoring design for Water Framework Directive priority substances targeting biota
Marc Babut, Irstea, France | Abstract |
| 7.3 | Organic pollutants and functional properties of benthic microbial communities in coastal lagoons (River Po delta)
Annamaria Zoppini, IRSA-CNR, Italy | Abstract |
| 7.4 | Development of a quality triad assessment method for brackish sediments in Flanders
Kristine De Schamphelaere, University of Antwerp, Belgium | Abstract |
| 7.5 | The use of meiofauna in freshwater sediment assessments: community responses to contamination
Arne Hägerbäumer, University of Bielefeld, Germany | Abstract |
| 7.6 | Preliminary evaluation of metal contamination in benthic fishes of the Gulf of Tigullio (north-western Italy)
Anna Reboa, University of Genoa, Italy | Abstract |
| 7.7 | Microplastic characterisation in fluvial and marine sediments: the case of the Gulf of Tigullio (north-western Italy)
Sara Spadoni, University of Genoa, Italy | Abstract |
| 7.8 | Impact of marine traffic and dredging activities on resuspension and release of contaminants from sediments in the port of Antwerp
Hanne Hetjens, University of Antwerp, Belgium | Abstract |
| 7.9 | Identification of the different sources of contaminants in the metal impacted Gromolo Torrent and related marine sediments
Sirio Consani, University of Genoa, Italy | Abstract |
| 7.10 | Silver (or lead) linings? Innovative technologies to beneficially re-use legacy contaminated marine sediments (presentation not available)
Hazel Vandeleur, University College London, Australia | Abstract |
8. Combined Session “Transboundary Sediments / Innovative Maintenance of River-Delta-Sea Systems” |
| 8.1 | Recent incident putting an international river basin under pressure – Historically high PCB-concentrations on the move
Ilka Carls, Ministry of Environment and Energy, Germany | Abstract |
| 8.2 | How much suspended particulate matter enters long-term in-channel storage?
Stephan Dietrich/Axel Winterscheid, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 8.3 | Relevance of moving recent and historic upstream contaminants for Hamburgs dredging strategy and the North Sea
Henrich Röper, Hamburg Port Authority, Germany | Abstract |
| 8.4 | Confined Disposal Facility Slufter: a perfect solution for contaminated sediment in Northwest Europe
Ronald Rutgers, Port of Rotterdam Authority, NL | Abstract |
| 8.5 | The Living Lab for Mud: integrated sediment management based on Building with Nature concepts
Luca Sittoni, Ecoshape / Deltares, NL | Abstract |
9. Session “Climate change; PIANC and SedNet Think Climate!” |
| 9.1 | A quantitative assessment of human interventions and climate change on the West African Sand River
Miguel Toquica, World Bank, and Alessio Giardino, Deltares, NL | Abstract |
| 9.2 | Navigating a Changing Climate: the role of sediment management in climate change mitigation and adaptation
Jan Brooke, Jan Brooke Environmental Consultant Ltd and Focal Point, PIANC-led Navigating a Changing Climate initiative; and Burton Suedel, U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center, USA | Abstract |
| 9.3 | Contamination of sediments in the Elbe estuary and its sensitivity to climate change
Carmen Kleisinger, Federal Institute of Hydrology, Germany | Abstract |
| 9.4 | Long term hydrodynamics and sediment transport model under future climate change scenario
Sara Ceccon, Ramboll Environ, Italy | Abstract |
| 9.5 | The Elbe gives, the Elbe takes…. Flood events probably relocated backwater sediments
Susanne Heise, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Germany | Abstract |
10. Session “Using sediments as a resource – Sediments in a circular economy“ |
| 10.1 | Strategies for reusing canal sediments in the Scottish Circular Economy
Richard Lord, University of Strathclyde, UK | Abstract |
| 10.2 | Remediated marine dredged sediments as growing media for agricultural activities: first results from the Hortised project (LIFE14 ENV/IT/000113)
Francesca Tozzi, University of Florence, Italy | Abstract |
| 10.3 | Let’s synergize and really start building with nature! Three examples of sediment reuse in The Netherlands
Chiel Lauwerijssen, Tauw Group, NL | Abstract |
| 10.4 | Water Authority Schieland and the Krimpenerwaard, NL, Preventing land subsidence: Using Sediment As a Resource (USAR)
Guido Verweij, HHSK – Water Authority Schieland and the Krimpenerwaard, NL | Abstract |
| 10.5 | Leaching environmental assessment framework for the potential reuse of dredged sediments in concrete
Tristan Lecomte, IMT Lille Douai / University of Lille, France | Abstract |
| 10.6 | BIND-AMOR: flash-calcined dredging sediments of the AMORAS mechanical dewatering plant as cement substitute
Jonas Marlein, Flemish Government, Belgium | Abstract |
| 10.7 | Building of a subgrade road layer based on marine sediment with experimental monitoring
Malo Le Guern, ESITC Caen, France | Abstract |
| 10.8 | GeDSeT, understanding sediment contamination and behaviour to facilitate its reuse and contribution to the circular economy of minerals
Bruno Lemière, BRGM, France | Abstract |
| 10.9 | Circular economy applications of dredged sediments: from pilot experiments towards fulfilling the needs of the economy and the society
Arjan Wijdeveld, Deltares, NL | Abstract |
11. Session “Policy for sediment management“ |
| 11.1 | Introduction by the session chair
Goedele Vanacker, SedNet SG & OVAM, Belgium | – |
| 11.2 | Sediment quality guidelines in Belgium: approach and implementation
Johnny Teuchies, University of Antwerp, Belgium | Abstract |
| 11.3 | Who should pay for sediment cleanup?
Philip Spadaro, TIG Environmental, USA | Abstract |
| 11.4 | Stakeholder value-linked assessment of remedial options: Portland Harbor Superfund Site Sustainability Project (PHSP)
Sabine Apitz, SEA Environmental Decisions Ltd., UK | Abstract |
| 11.5 | Fostering sediment issues into the policy agenda: who, how and when? Fostering sediment issues into the policy agenda: who, how and when?
Mafalda Carapuço, IPMA – Portuguese Institute for the Ocean and Atmosphere, Portugal | Abstract |
| 11.6 | A risk assessment evaluation to prioritize contaminated sediment sites
Licia Guzzella, CNR IRSA, Water Research Institute, Italy | Abstract |
| 11.7 | A protocol for assessing sediment toxicity in reservoirs before flushing
Laura Marziali, CNR IRSA, Water Research Institute, Italy | Abstract |
| 11.8 | The Rhone Sediment Observatory: a multi-partner platform for basic and applied research on the Rhone river valley (France)
Olivier Radakovitch, Aix-Marseille University, France | Abstract |
| 11.9 | Developing an evidence base for in situ contaminated sediment hazards in England
Ian Dennis, Royal HaskoningDHV, UK | Abstract |
| 11.10 | The development of a remediation action plan for a contaminated fjord in Norway, hosting a biological important submerged macrophyte meadow
Marianne Olsen, Norwegian Institute for Water Research, Norway | Abstract |
12. Plenary Closing Session |
| 1. | Wrap-up of Conference Sessions:
1. Opening Session
2. Session “Sediments Moving to Land, and Soil Moving to Water“
3. Session “Sediment Quality Criteria: Derivation, Implementation and Enforcement“
4. Session “Effects of Remedial Measures“
5. Session “Disposal of Sediments at Sea“
6. Session “Sediment Balance“
7. Session “Sediment Quality“
8. Combined Session “Transboundary Sediments / Innovative Maintenance of River-Delta-Sea Systems”
9. Session “Climate Change; PIANC and SedNet Think Climate!“
10. Session “Using Sediments as a Resource – Sediments in a Circular Economy“
11. Session “Policy for Sediment Management“ |
| 2. | SedNet Policy Brief
Henrich Röper, SedNet SG & Hamburg Port Authority, Germany |
| 3. | Results SedNet Questionnaire about Sediment Management Concepts for River Basins
Edward Van Keer, SedNet SG & Flemish Government, Belgium |
