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Stories on some of the unique and colorful people who populate the barge industry. Human-interest articles on companies and individuals who make a difference in people’s lives, all while keeping the boats and barges moving.

40 Under 40 Awards: Vogler, Wakefield, Wepfer, Wogan And Womack

July 26, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by… Read More

Wilkins Receives Lifetime Achievement Award The Illinois River Association held its 39th annual meeting and golf outing July 10 in Lemont, Ill. During the awards ceremony, the association surprised Del Wilkins, left, with a lifetime achievement award, only the third such award in the association’s history. Canal Barge President Merritt Lane, at the microphone, describes Wilkins’ career while Sean Gerrity, chief operating officer of Midwest Tankermen and president of the organization, looks on. (Photo by Cheryl Eurick)

Wilkins Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

July 26, 2019

The 39th annual meeting and golf outing of the Illinois River Association—held July 10 at the Cog Hill Country Club in Lemont, Ill.—included a surprise this year. About 425… Read More

40 Under 40 Awards: Steger, Tallant, Theiler, Thompson And Turko

July 21, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by… Read More

40 Under 40 Awards: Ross, Santel, Schumann, Shaffer And Smith

July 12, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by… Read More

40 Under 40 Awards: Lake, LeBlanc, Chotin Macgowan, Patterson And Pollum

July 5, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by… Read More

40 Under 40 Awards: Hogan, Jaco, Jeppson, Johnston And Lacey

June 28, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated… Read More

Population Growth Impacts River Industry In Nashville Hines Furlong boats at work on the Cumberland River.

Population Growth Impacts River Industry In Nashville

June 28, 2019

Take a drive through Nashville, Tenn., or visit the city’s riverfront, and it’s easy to see the region is in the midst of a transformative era of growth. Between… Read More

40 Under 40 Awards: Egan, Foret, Gates, Hayes And Headley

June 21, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by… Read More

Towboat Legacy Informs Terrorism Thriller

June 17, 2019

John Jamison, now an aspiring novelist, grew up on the rivers, in Beardstown, Ill., son of a towboat captain father, Francis B. Jamison, known as “Ben.” “Dad was… Read More

40 Under 40: Clower, Crozier, Daniels, Devall And Dixon

June 16, 2019

For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by… Read More

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