BBC News reports that the controversial Falmouth Harbour dredging trial has begun.
The work, commissioned by the Falmouth Harbour Commissioners, will be undertaken by specialist dredging contractors, GPS Marine.
“ 800 jobs could be created if more cruise ships use the harbour,” say Falmouth Harbour Commissioners.
Environmentalists and fishermen are concerned that the fishing beds and a rare algae would be damaged by the dredging.
The £200,000 trial will measure the potential environmental impact of the work.
The results will be crucial in deciding if the controversial move can go ahead.
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Dredging Today Staff, September 25, 2012; Image: ap-group