With new cost estimates out for the Kentucky and Chickamauga lock projects, efficient funding for them is a key priority of the Tennessee River Valley Association (TRVA). In… Read More
News
Recent inland waterways industry news, covering the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Missouri River, Tennessee River, Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and more. Articles on economic, environmental and logistic advantages of barge shipping, plus other stories pertaining to locks and dams and other waterway infrastructure.
The Black Bayou Pontoon Bridge in Cameron Parish, La., was closed until further notice after it was reportedly hit by a barge on June 22. The Louisiana Department of… Read More
The story of America is the story of its rivers and waterways and the commerce they enable. It’s also a story of partnership between private enterprise and government support… Read More
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) is reviewing how its service and operations might improve in the next few years. BTS is one of 16… Read More
Master Boat Builders announced the delivery of the first in a four-boat series of Rapport 3000 escort tugs for Suderman & Young Towing Company on June 24. Read More
James “Jimbo” Clark, 66, of Henderson, Ky., passed away May 13 at his home. He had served as vice president of Ohio Valley Marine Services and customer service… Read More
For the ninth 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… Read More
Parker Towing Company recently christened the mv. Chipper Rabbit, the newest vessel in its fleet, during a ceremony attended by employees, family members, vessel crew and industry partners. The… Read More
The National Maritime Center (NMC) announced it has made “substantial progress” in reducing the backlog of applications triggered by the 2026 lapse in appropriations. “Effective immediately, completed applications… Read More
In the cybersecurity session held at this year’s Inland Marine Expo in Nashville, Tenn., panelists discussed navigating Coast Guard regulations and addressed industry questions when it comes to vessel… Read More
