The present invention relates to a barge with an open top container for
receiving a cargo mounted on the deck characterized in that the container
is pivotally mounted on the deck such that cargo (e.g. marine sand) can
be discharged from the barge by tilting of the container about the
pivotal axis. The barge is particularly useful for use in land
reclamation projects and the invention further relates to a method of
reclaiming land utilizing such barges.