Johnson Bros. Orders Barges From St. Johns Ship Building
St. Johns Ship Building, a leading Jones Act shipyard and a subsidiary of Americraft Marine, announced October 6 it will build three 140’ x 40’ x 8’ steel material deck barges with spud wells for Johnson Bros. Corporation, a Southland Company.
Founded in 1929, Johnson Bros. Corporation is a leader in the infrastructure industry, working with both private and public clients. In 2012, Johnson Bros. joined Southland Holdings, one of the largest infrastructure construction companies in North America.
“We’re honored to partner with Johnson Bros. on this significant project,” said Joseph Rella, president of St. Johns Ship Building. “Johnson Bros. has long been recognized as a leader in marine and heavy civil construction, and this newbuild program reflects the confidence that they—and the market—continue to place in our team’s capabilities, craftsmanship, and commitment.”
“We are excited to collaborate with St. Johns Ship Building on these barges, which will enhance our operational capabilities and help us deliver to our clients nationwide,” said John Meagher, vice president of Johnson Bros.
All fabrication and assembly work will be performed at St. Johns Ship Building’s Palatka, Fla., facility. The project further accelerates the shipyard’s growth, following multiple recent vessel deliveries and new contract awards from both commercial and government customers.
St. Johns Ship Building is a full-service shipyard specializing in new construction and repair of steel and aluminum vessels. The shipyard focuses on Jones Act-compliant vessels for commercial and government customers.
Americraft Marine was founded in 2022 by Libra Group, a privately owned, global business group that includes 20 businesses predominantly focused on aerospace, renewable energy, maritime, real estate, hospitality and diversified investments.
Founded in 1929, Johnson Bros. Corporation is a leading heavy civil contractor delivering complex bridges, highways and marine infrastructure across North America.
