Be aware of the coming change to navigational lock and dams. One cannot overstate the cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) danger coming as the Army Corps of Engineers is on… Read More
WJ Editorial
The Waterways Journal advocates for policies, practices and regulations that allow the barge transportation industry to continue to operate in the safest and most economical way possible. We recognize those leaders who understand the inherent advantages of barge transport, and challenge those who push harmful policies.
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Out of all the waterways stories of the past year, with their ups, downs and quirks, three trends seemed to predominate. One was the ongoing drought and fluctuating river levels,… Read More
Inland waterways advocates—including The Waterways Journal—often talk about the green advantages of water transportation by the ton-mile—meaning the amount of carbon emitted to move a ton of cargo one mile. Read More
Cargill, ADM/ARTCO, the Eckstein Charitable Trust, Ingram Barge Company, American Commercial Barge Line and Marquette Transportation all know where their future—and the future of waterways commerce—lies. That’s why they are… Read More
We reported earlier that this year’s dredging expenses by the Corps of Engineers to keep channels open in this season of low water would total about $20 million – versus… Read More
As we take a break to reconnect with family and loved ones this Thanksgiving, we can practice that habit of gratitude that many experts tell us contributes to our health… Read More
Ports and terminal operators need to be vigilant of how they insure themselves in the event of vessel collisions as well as accidental damage to infrastructure. The starting point is… Read More
After looking at climate and temperature data for October, scientists now say 2023 is shaping up to be the hottest year on record. One effect of those higher temperatures has… Read More
While the more economical cost and other advantages of waterborne transportation have always been recognized, appreciated and taken advantage of by shippers, their traditional caveats have had to do with… Read More
The Coast Guard published its final firefighting rule for towboaters in the October 3 Federal Register. As the culmination of a long tug of war between the Coast Guard and… Read More
