Magnolia Marine Transport adds to its towboat and barge fleet

Photo: Magnolia Marine Transport Company

Vicksburg, Miss.-based Magnolia Marine Transport Company (MMT) has added three towboats and nine barges to its fleet.

Established in 1968, MMT is a member of the Ergon group of companies and operates one of the largest heated petroleum transportation fleets in the United States. The fleet expansion increases its capacity to meet customer needs on the waterways.

“The addition of assets to our fleet speaks to our commitment and strengthens our ability to serve our customers at the highest level,” said Jacob Dykes, president Magnolia Marine Transport Company.

MMT says its new vessels will create additional jobs, as crews are established to staff the fleet’s new assets. It notes that it supports the purposeful growth of employees and offers a rewarding career path from green deckhand to captain, as well as competitive benefits.

“By investing in the ongoing growth of our fleet, we can continue to provide the level of dependable and flexible service our customers expect from us,” said Dykes. “Every new vessel and crew member plays a part in that.”