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U.S. Waterways: The World’s Envy — And The World Is Catching Up

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U.S. Waterways: The World’s Envy — And The World Is Catching Up

July 1, 2026

As the United States marks 250 years of American independence, the Mississippi River System remains a testament to visionary leadership and engineering ingenuity. Spanning more than 12,000 miles of… Read More

Woodruff Sketches Industry Priorities At IMX

Matt Woodruff, vice president of public and government affairs for Kirby Corporation, delivers opening remarks during the 2026 Inland Marine Expo in Nashville, Tenn. Woodruff discussed key issues affecting the inland waterways industry, including maritime policy, workforce development and the importance of maintaining a strong U.S. merchant marine and domestic shipbuilding base. (Photo courtesy of ECN Photography)

Woodruff Sketches Industry Priorities At IMX

June 5, 2026

Remarking that now is a pivotal time within the industry, Matt Woodruff’s opening statements at the recently concluded Inland Marine Expo (IMX) in Nashville, Tenn., drew some attention. Read More