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Paving the Way for Better Crew Management
The world relies heavily on the barge transport industry to ship everything from food to petroleum. The Gulf Intracoastal Waterway alone transports 100 million tons
Barge Breakaways: The Risk, The Loss, and The Liability
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
Best Practices for Barge Fleeting
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
Bringing Down Fuel Costs and Emissions for a Barge Fleet
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
Navigating the Waters of Vessel General Permit (VGP) Compliance
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
Keeping Barge Operator Profits Afloat as Drought Ebbs and Flows
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
Creating a Freight Contract for Barges? Don’t Forget These Key Elements
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