Waterways Journal readers know that towboat leaders can come from all kinds of backgrounds. Not all of them come from families of towboaters. That was the case for Capt. JD Adams of Canal Barge Company, captain of the brand-new mv. Al Sloss. Adams grew up... See more
In 1974, a 14-year-old Dan Price “decided I didn’t like school” and dropped out. “My dad, Sherman Price, gave me an ultimatum,” he said. “Go back to school or get a job because you aren’t living here off us! So I said, OK!” Price was born in the Houston a... See more
The January World Agriculture Supply and Demand report delivered a shock to the corn markets with its estimate of record-high acres and yields. Prices dropped about 20 cents a bushel in response. But strong usage and export numbers are sending market sign... See more
State Of The Industry: Industry Leaders Give Their Takes
Each year at this time, The Waterways Journal asks selected leaders in the inland waterways navigation industry for their take on the opportunities and challenges of the coming year.
Predicting the ... See more
The U.S. Supreme Court has begun hearings in a complicated and contentious case—Chevron U.S.A. Inc. v. Plaquemines Parish—originally filed by Louisiana parishes in 2013 against several oil majors, including Chevron U.S.A. Inc., Exxon Mobil Corporation, BP... See more
