Heron Construction
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UnclaimedFamily-owned marine construction company specializing in dredging and marine works.
Last updated September 2, 2026
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Overview
Heron Construction is a family owned and operated marine construction company that specialises in using backhoe dredgers for marine dredging and construction works. It was established in Auckland, New Zealand in 1964 by the late Mr Willem Kroef. Today, it remains a family owned company, with Mr Willem Kroef's sons being the current directors and shareholders. The company is involved mainly in dredging operations and marine construction works.
History
Heron Construction Company Limited (Heron) was established in Auckland, New Zealand in 1964 by the late Mr Willem Kroef. Today, it remains a family owned company, with Mr Willem Kroef's sons Mr Hein Kroef, Mr Gerard Kroef and Mr Leon Kroef being the current directors and shareholders. In the years immediately after formation Heron forged a reputation on concrete construction projects such as pumping stations and bridges, and is recognised as a pioneer in horizontal pipe thrusting and trenchless technology in New Zealand and the South Pacific. Heron has grown its capacity and reputation over the last 50 years and now is involved mainly in dredging operations and marine construction works.
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