River cleanup group reaches new milestone

Illinois-based environmental organization Living Lands & Waters has nearly doubled the amount of garbage removed from U.S. inland rivers compared to this time last year. So far in 2019, the group, established

B.C. shipyard wins contract for four steel barges

Following an open and competitive process, Public Services and Procurement Canada, on behalf of the Canadian Armed Forces, has awarded a contract of C$1,996,439 (about US$15.3 million) to Canadian Maritime Engineering Ltd.,

Upper River Services takes delivery of triple-screw towboat

Recently delivered by Belle Chasse, La., based C&C Marine and Repair, the 2,013 hp triple-screw towboat M/V Mendota is the first new construction vessel ever to join the fleet of Upper River

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Jonathan Zier joins Crowley team providing tug and barge solutions

Aiming to provide a more personalized interface for customers in need of tugs, barges and offshore project services in the Gulf of Mexico and internationally, Crowley Maritime Corp. has appointed Jonathan Zier

St. Louis region ports and terminals top USACE chart

The St. Louis Regional Freightway reports that the latest data from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) show that the St. Louis Regional Ports held onto the top ranking as the

AWO responds to Senate vote against Vessel Incidental Discharge Act

APRIL 19, 2018 — The American Waterways Operators (AWO) reports that yesterday, due to inclusion of the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (VIDA) within the bill, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017

Kirby to acquire Higman Marine for $419 million

FEBRUARY 5, 2018 — Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX) reports that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Higman Marine, Inc. and its affiliated companies for approximately $419 million in cash, subject

Foss brings in 498 utility trucks to aid Puerto Rico power restoration

JANUARY 29, 2017 — Foss Maritime arrived this week at the Port of Ponce in Puerto Rico with seven barges loaded with 498 electric company utility trucks as part of the on-going

TOTE Maritime adds to Puerto Rico services

NOVEMBER 1, 2017 — ​As part of ongoing relief and rebuilding efforts in Puerto Rico, TOTE Maritime is increasing its service offerings and customer support to meet a growing demand for services.

Campbell Transportation adds to barge and towboat fleet

JULY 6, 2017 — Houston, PA, headquartered Campbell Transportation Company, Inc. (CTC) reports that it has completed the acquisition of certain affreightment contracts along with 155 barges and four towboats from American

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