Covington, La.-based Laborde Products has announced that Mitsubishi Marine Engines is now offering its S12R Tier 3 marine engine in a 1,350 hp. rating, thus bringing operators of towboats in… Read More
Products
Innovative companies are constantly coming out with new products and services to help the inland barge industry operate more safely and economically. You’ll find our coverage here.
A Canadian company with more than 50 years in business is seeking to bring its concrete waterproofing and durability enhancing products to the river industry. Kryton International is based in… Read More
It’s been just over five years since OpenTug was founded in 2019, and so far, the company has no direct competitors. The software company focuses on maximizing efficiencies of barge… Read More
In a move with significant repercussions for all U.S. users of Chinese-made drones—a group that includes port authorities as well as U.S. farmers, police departments, firefighters and other first responders—the… Read More
As one of the busiest ports in the United States, the Port of Galveston, Texas, is an important hub for both commercial and recreational maritime activities. Still, its marine environment… Read More
When Arnold, Mo.-based Custom Compounders’ L-44 line of degreasers debuted between 2007 and 2009, most other degreasers in use were composed of ingredients that posed potentially serious consequences for workers. Read More
Caterpillar Marine, which signed a memorandum of understanding with Damen Shipyards in late 2022 to develop a series of dual-fuel, methanol-diesel-powered tugboats, has announced plans to deploy its first set… Read More
The inland and coastal marine transportation industry has been the unsung hero of domestic cargo transport along American waterways, ensuring the steady movement of commercial goods for a diverse range… Read More
Chuck Gifford has been involved in barge fleeting and terminal operations his entire 47-year career in the maritime industry. In fact, he married into it. “My wife’s family had a… Read More
By David Thierer Sooner or later, a ship owner will come face-to-face with iron oxide (Fe²O³), commonly known as rust. This reddish-brown invader will eventually show up on a vessel… Read More
