This vessel is a 3000 m³ split hopper barge designed for coastal and inland waterway operations, primarily used for the transport and dumping of dredged material such as mud, silt, sand, and similar sediments. It is built to meet CCS Domestic Class requirements for hopper barges, ensuring compliance with applicable structural, stability, and safety standards for operation within designated domestic waters.The barge features a longitudinally divided hopper of approximately 3000 cubic meters capacity. The hopper is of the split type: the hull is constructed in two symmetrical halves along the centerline, hinged at deck level. In the dumping area, hydraulic or mechanical actuators allow the hull to open along the keel line, enabling rapid and controlled discharge of the hopper contents directly to the seabed. This split-hull arrangement reduces unloading time, minimizes the need for shore-based equipment, and allows precise placement of dredged material at designated disposal sites.The barge is typically configured as a non-self-propelled unit intended for towing or pushing by tugboats. The hull form is optimized for good towability, low resistance, and adequate maneuverability under tow. Structural scantlings and framing are designed in accordance with CCS Domestic Class rules for inland and coastal barges, providing sufficient strength for repeated loading and dumping cycles, as well as for grounding or contact with seabed in shallow dumping grounds when necessary.The main dimensions are arranged to balance cargo capacity with operational flexibility in restricted waterways, canals, and ports. Freeboard and subdivision are designed to ensure adequate intact and damage stability in loaded, partially loaded, and ballast conditions. The hopper coamings, deck plating, and internal structures are reinforced to withstand abrasion and impact from dredged materials. The barge is equipped with appropriate ballast tanks and pumping systems to adjust draft and trim, improving seakeeping during transit and ensuring safe opening and closing of the split hull during dumping operations.Deck equipment generally includes towing brackets, bollards, fairleads, and, where specified, quick-release towing hooks or push knees to interface with tugs. Control stations and local panels are provided for operation of the hydraulic or mechanical dumping system, with safety interlocks and indicators to monitor the status of the split hull. Access ladders, walkways, and guardrails are arranged for safe crew movement during inspection and maintenance.As a CCS Domestic Class hopper barge, the vessel is subject to regular surveys and inspections. Design, construction, and outfitting follow classification requirements for hull structure, stability, watertight integrity, equipment, and safety. This 3000 m³ split hopper barge offers an efficient, robust solution for dredging support and mud dumping operations in rivers, estuaries, coastal areas, and harbor approaches, contributing to channel maintenance, land reclamation, and environmental management projects.