With draft and tow sizes already cut on the Lower Mississippi and little rain in the forecast, the inland navigation industry is preparing for a low-water season that could hit… Read More
Author: Shelley Byrne
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s office announced $5.5 million in state investment in 16 public riverport projects August 26, all designed to enhance the ports’ economic activity and support future expansion. Read More
After two decades of planning and construction, a ceremony August 28 marked the renaming and dedication of a new lock chamber on the Monongahela River near Charleroi, Pa. Formerly Locks… Read More
During an August 19 public meeting of the Mississippi River Commission in New Madrid, Mo., navigation interests warned about the likelihood of a third year in a row of extreme… Read More
Planning for an engine that is safe and efficient starts with designing a boat that is both of those things as well, according to CT Marine. The Maine-based naval architecture… Read More
Roughly 100 people were on hand to clap, cheer and wave American flags August 12 as the 95-foot PTF-26 made a slow turn into its new homeport at the marina… Read More
For the seventh year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award, which recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions… Read More
The third annual Marine Compliance Alliance workshop August 6-8 drew a record crowd of about 120 people, who learned about drydock availability, Subchapter M compliance, marine casualties and proposed drug-testing… Read More
A contractor for the Pittsburgh Engineer District blasted away the first portion of the Monongahela Dam 3 near Elizabeth, Pa., about 7 p.m. on July 10. The explosive demolition, which… Read More
After four years as executive director of the Paducah-McCracken County Riverport Authority, Tim Cahill is announcing his retirement. Cahill, 67, intends to stay on until the port authority’s board selects… Read More
