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

Damen to build 19 vessels for Russian Far East project cargoes

JUNE 21, 2017 — Damen Shipyards Group has won an order to build 19 specially customized shallow draft vessels for German heavy lift specialist Combi Lift. The vessels will be used to

Blue Water Shipping wins new Kazakhstan contract

MAY 12, 2017 — Esbjerg, Denmark headquartered Blue Water Shipping is leading a consortium that includes Manchester Shipping which has been awarded a new contract in support for the international transport of

AWO approves LR to carry out RCP audits

MAY 10, 2017 — The American Waterways Operators (AWO) has approved classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) as a third-party organization authorized to conduct audits of member operations as part of the AWO

The Shearer Group, Inc. adds to its team

MAY 2, 2017 – Kyle Curtis has joined The Shearer Group, Inc. (TSGI), Houston. Mr. Curtis has joined the naval architecture, marine engineering & marine surveying firm as a naval architect. Prior

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