In its third quarter earnings report, released October 30, Arcosa Inc. said its barge business showed strong results. “Our barge business executed well, generating double-digit… Read More
Author: Waterways Journal
Mike Marko Michael James Marko, founder of Mike’s Inc., passed away Tuesday, November 11, at Alton Memorial Hospital. He was 85 years old. Marko was born October 31, 1940, in… Read More
By Ken Kolb The restoration of the USS Kidd (DD-661), a World War II and Korean War Fletcher-class destroyer, has been completed, and the ship could head back… Read More
Benjamin Timm Port Milwaukee has welcomed a new municipal port director. Benjamin “Benji” Timm, who worked at the Milwaukee Department of City Development for several decades, was appointed by Mayor… Read More
The mv. John Austin’s new engines are Mitsubishi S12R-Y3s rated at 1,260 hp. at 1,600 rpm. (Photo courtesy of Laborde Products) Maritime Partners recently repowered the twin-screw mv. John… Read More
The superior quality of U.S. soybeans and corn is recognized around the world, and barge transportation plays a role in that. U.S. soybeans typically have fewer foreign materials, less breakage… Read More
This issue features a report of a talk by Susan Olson, founder of Action Intel, to members of Women in Maritime Operations (WIMOS) in Paducah, highlighting the potential of… Read More
The Great Lakes Group recently announced the promotions of two long-term employees. Gregg Thauvette and Thomas Rigolo were each Gregg Thauvette promoted to the roles of president from… Read More
Ports of Indiana has been awarded two federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to strengthen security infrastructure and assessment capabilities at its Burns Harbor and… Read More
The United States Coast Guard is extending deadlines for licenses and other credentials due to the federal government shutdown. The National Maritime Center and all regional examination centers… Read More
