The Waterways Journal

The Waterways Journal serves as the primary news source for the towing and barge sector of the inland waterways in the United States, focusing mainly on the Mississippi River and its tributaries, along with the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Our clients include barge companies, ports, terminals, fleets, shipyards, refuelers, shippers, suppliers, and marine contractors that contribute to the inland waterways transportation network. Collectively, our audience manages over 25,000 barges and more than 3,500 towboats and tugs. Often referred to as "The Riverman's Bible," this publication has been in continuous operation from St. Louis, Missouri, since 1887. It stands out as the only American maritime periodical dedicated solely to inland waterways and is among the few remaining family-owned, advertiser-supported weekly trade journals. Our comprehensive news coverage offers insights into the people and technologies that drive a significant segment of industrial transport in the U.S. We report on a variety of topics, including inland shipyard activities, construction of locks and dams, updates from the Corps of Engineers, dredging operations, inland ports and terminals, as well as the construction and launching of barges and towboats. We also cover advancements in towboat technology and regulations set forth by the U.S. Coast Guard, Environmental Protection Agency, and other federal entities impacting inland waterways commerce, alongside news about key commodities that navigate these waterways, such as grain, coal, steel, and fertilizer.

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Hyperion Marine Group Hires Sara Devlin

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Frank McCormack

Cape Elizabeth, Maine-based naval architecture and marine engineering firm Hyperion Marine Group has hired Sara Devlin as its general manager of business development. In that role, Devlin will be responsible for leading Hyperion’s business development strategy, including identifying growth opportunities, establishing strategic partnerships and enhancing client relationships. “We are delighted to welcome Sara to our management team,” Hyperion Marine Group founder and CEO Christian Townsend said.
High Water Triggers Restrictions, Inspections On Lower Miss

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Frank McCormack

Rising water on the Lower Mississippi River has triggered the New Orleans Engineer District to activate its Phase II flood fight, with the Carrollton Gage in New Orleans reading 15.6 feet as of April 24 and forecast to reach 16.9 feet by May 1. The New Orleans District activates Phase I flood fight when the Carrollton Gage passes 11 feet. Phase II occurs when the river rises above 15 feet.
IMX Panel To Tackle New Coast Guard Cybersecurity Regulations

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Shelley Byrne

The Coast Guard’s final rule on cybersecurity in the marine transportation system will be the topic of discussion for panelists at the upcoming Inland Marine Expo (IMX) May 28 to 30 in Nashville, Tenn. The session, titled “Mastering Maritime Cybersecurity: A Discussion of the New USCG Regulation,” will be moderated by Andy Lee, a partner at Jones Walker LLP who founded and co-leads the firm’s privacy, data strategy and artificial intelligence team.
Grant Progress Detailed At Arkansas Waterways Commission Meeting

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | David Aaron Murray

The Arkansas Waterways Commission met April 7, its first meeting since the departure of executive director Cassandra Caldwell to take a position with American Cruise Lines. Members had a lot to report on grants received and progress made on infrastructure projects. Bryan Day, executive director of the Port of Little Rock, presented updates on a mooring upgrade project to expand barge fleeting capacity.
Corps Announces Plans For Neptune Pass

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Frank McCormack

The New Orleans Engineer District has released its environmental assessment (EA) and finding of no significant impact (FONSI) for its plan of action to reduce flows from the Mississippi River through Neptune Pass, an outlet on the east bank of the river between Mile 23 and 24 (above Head of Passes), or about 70 miles below New Orleans.
Heavy Rains, Repair Challenges Delay Wilson Lock Reopening

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Shelley Byrne

The opening of the main navigational lock chamber at Wilson Locks and Dam has been delayed by approximately three weeks, until early July instead of June 14. The Nashville Engineer District announced the delay during an industry call April 22, attributing it to a combination of weather delays, technical challenges and the sequencing of repair work. The lock, located at Tennessee River Mile 259.4 in Florence, Ala., has been closed since September 25.
Chickamauga Lock Project Hits Major Milestones

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Shelley Byrne

Construction of a new, 600- by 110-foot lock at Chickamauga Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River has reached two major milestones, with crews beginning to erect the new lock’s massive miter gates and also taking delivery of the second nose pier, a towering concrete structure the Nashville Engineer District said is essential to guiding vessels safely into the new lock chamber. The lock is located at Tennessee River Mile 471.0, 6.9 river miles above Chattanooga, Tenn.
USTR Announces Updated Chinese Ship Fee Schedule

1 week ago | waterwaysjournal.net | David Aaron Murray

A broad coalition of U.S. interests—including farmers, shippers, exporters, port authorities and trade groups—is taking a close look at the latest recommendations by the office of the U.S. trade representative (USTR) designed to revive U.S. shipbuilding by penalizing Chinese-built vessels. The office announced the new fees April 17. While some interests are cautiously supportive, others are beginning to push back.
Fleeting Contracts, Perils Examined At River Seminar

2 weeks ago | waterwaysjournal.net | David Aaron Murray

Issues surrounding fleeting contracts and liability in unusual events were examined during a panel session at the 41st annual River and Marine Industry Seminar in New Orleans. The Greater New Orleans Barge Fleeting Association (GNOBFA) hosts the seminar each spring. An afternoon panel on April 9 looked at increasing liability risks of fleeting and terminal operations due to increased traffic, new policies and new regulations.
Wilson Lock Closure Costing Businesses

2 weeks ago | waterwaysjournal.net | Shelley Byrne

More than six months after the closure of Wilson Lock’s main chamber, ports, shippers, fleeting services, linehaul operations and other river-related businesses say it is costing them. In some cases, they’re reporting layoffs, business slowdowns and concerns over whether customers will switch transportation modes now or in the future. Wilson Lock, Tennessee River Mile 259.4 In Florence, Ala., closed September 25 after operators reported hearing popping noises.