It did not give figures, but said that, adjustedfor the acquisition of heavy-lift owner Dockwise, the total income was also upon 2013.

Dredging margins were at a similar level tolast year, with the utilisation of the hopper fleet stable.

The cutter fleet increased its utilisation.

But the division's orderbook fell.

Utilisation of the offshore transport fleetand floating sheerlegs was good, it added.

The activities of Fairmount Marine - acquiredat the beginning of March - will be included in the consolidated figures fromthe second quarter.