Shelley Byrne

Roughly 100 people were on hand to clap, cheer and wave American flags August 12 as the 95-foot PTF-26 made a slow turn into its new homeport at the marina in Golconda, Ill.

Planning for an engine that is safe and efficient starts with designing a boat that is both of those things as well, according to CT Marine.

August 23, 2024 By Shelley Byrne During an August 19 public meeting of the Mississippi River Commission in New Madrid, Mo., navigation

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.

After two decades of planning and construction, a ceremony August 28 marked the renaming and dedication of a new lock chamber.

With draft and tow sizes already cut on the Lower Mississippi and little rain in the forecast, the inland navigation industry is preparing for a low-water season that could hit during the peak of fall harvest.

While based along the Ohio River in Evansville, Ind., Southwind Construction's portable dredges have taken on jobs big and small along the Eastern Seaboard for more than 20 years.

Vessel traffic has resumed at the authorized 9-foot depth at the former Monongahela Locks and Dam 3 following the opening of a 100-foot channel on September 5.

Barge unloading will be available at a second dock next year as part of Henderson County Riverport Authority's planned refurbishment.

While threatening assets in southern Louisiana, Hurricane Francine could provide a brief respite for low-water conditions on the Lower Mississippi River.