The Upper Mississippi Waterway Association (UMWA), founded 93 years ago, represents maritime stakeholders in the upper Midwest, in particular the states of Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin. Read More
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s office announced $5.5 million in state investment in 16 public riverport projects August 26, all designed to enhance the ports’ economic activity and support future expansion. Read More
The nation assessed the supply chain consequences of the closure of the Port of Baltimore, which was shut down after a container vessel, the mv. Dali, apparently lost propulsion… Read More
When the COVID lockdowns ended, there was a flurry of hope that logistics would get back to “normal.” It’s now clear that the old logistics “normal” is gone forever—and… Read More
By Grady S. Hurley The supply chain reportedly stalled following the COVID-19 outbreak, creating shortages, price increases and frustration. The recent spotlight on supply chain logistics has focused… Read More
As the soybean and corn harvests approach full swing, the resiliency of the inland waterway system is being tested by the damage of hurricanes Ida and Nicholas. Ken… Read More
It’s evident to anyone who depends on logistics—in other words, pretty much everyone—that the supply chain is in a mess. We now know, according to figures newly released by the… Read More
