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Kirby Corporation reports increased earnings

America’s largest tank barge operator, Houston-headquartered Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX), has reported net earnings for the quarter ended September 30, 2023 of $63.0 million or $1.05 per share. That’s up on its

One key element is securing optimal barge rates for the transport of goods—a cornerstone for balancing financial health and competitive edge.

Op-Ed: Navigating industry barge rates

Navigating the complex world of shipping and logistics can be a tremendous task, especially when you’re focused on maintaining competitiveness, ensuring operational efficiency, and keeping a keen eye on the bottom line.

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SEACOR announces sale of SCF to Ingram Barge Company

SEACOR Holdings Inc. announced yesterday that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell Inland River Transport Holdings LLC (“SCF”) to Ingram Barge Company LLC, a division of Nashville-based Ingram Marine Group.

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Nashville Engineer District showcases mega construction projects

By Lee Roberts, Public Affairs Specialist, Nashville Engineer District The Nashville Engineer District recently showcased two of its mega construction projects on the Tennessee River and its hydropower rehabilitation efforts at Barkley

Guilty plea in Austal USA fraud case

Guilty plea in Big Sandy River towboat spill case

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia reports that David K. Smith, 55, of Paducah, Kentucky, River Marine Enterprises, LLC, and Western River Assets, LLC, pleaded guilty October

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Lyman Morse Fabrication landing craft find a new market niche

While Thomaston, Me., headquartered Lyman-Morse is mainly known for its award-winning semi-custom sailing yachts and powerboats, its Lyman-Morse Fabrication (LMF) division has wide-ranging capabilities with its offerings including the LMF landing craft

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Ingram Barge’s Maria Conatser is new Propeller Club international president

The International Propeller Club elected and installed its leaders for the next two years at its recent 97th annual convention in Charleston, S.C. Representatives of the club’s 77 chapters from around the

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More operators look to refurbish hopper barges

As steel prices hover around record high rates, barge operators are facing tough decisions. Recently, Belle Chasse, La., based C&C Marine and Repair, LLC signed a contract to re-side over 200 hopper

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DCA: U.S. dredging industry remains highly competitive

The U.S. dredging industry is highly competitive and saves the American taxpayer hundreds of millions of dollars every year, says trade association Dredging Contractors of America (DCA). An internal report, “An analysis

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Ports of Indiana strengthens corporate leadership

Ports of Indiana has bolstered its leadership team with a series of key promotions and hires at its Indianapolis headquarters. Two familiar faces return to the port authority as Jennifer Rachau takes

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