Today’s businesses run on data, and marine transport businesses are no exception. But collecting, sharing, and analyzing data are trickier when factoring in not only
Let’s say that you’ve had some early success with your barge transport company, and that you feel you are ready to scale your operations. There
Amid all the challenges of daily operation in the barge transport industry, marine cybersecurity may not be the first thing that springs to mind. Yet,
The barge transportation industry has been vital to the US economy for centuries, providing a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable way to move massive quantities of
Tugboat and barge workers are especially susceptible to danger while working on inland waterways. Despite OSHA barge safety guidelines for preventing slips on deck, wearing
Attracting and retaining workers is a growing challenge throughout the economy, and that goes doubly for the waterways workforce—but that doesn’t mean employee turnover must
True, barges are more sustainable than other types of transport. But the industry will need to do more to “go green” to meet sustainability goals.
Barge breakaways are a nightmare for any owner or operator who experiences them. And since owners and operators can be found at fault if a
Fleeting operations require careful planning and coordination, as they involve the assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of barge tows in a way that maximizes space utilization
There’s no question that fuel costs for inland waterway transportation are lower than other modes. A report commissioned by the U.S. National Waterways Foundation shows
The Vessel General Permit (VGP) issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States represents a critical regulatory framework designed to minimize the
Year after year, drought conditions present a challenge across industries in the US, and the barge transportation industry is particularly hard-hit. Low river water levels
At first glance, contracts might seem pretty cut-and-dry—and certainly not the key to efficient barging operations. But contracts are more than legalese: They can help
Like all businesses, there are things outside of a barge operator’s control, like bad weather or a congested waterway. However, companies can still do some
In the barge transportation industry, time is money. If items are delayed in port or in transit, that can mean additional costs, not to mention
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