Shelley Byrne

Ohio DOT Adopts New State Maritime Plan With the adoption of an official maritime plan, the state of Ohio plans to leverage its waterways for economic development. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) adopted the Ohio Maritime Plan on December 18.... See more

Kentucky, Chickamauga Updates Highlight TRVA Agenda Those gathering for the Tennessee River Valley Conference later this month will hear from speakers regarding ongoing and upcoming projects in the Tennessee and Cumberland river valleys. The conference, t... See more

A mate aboard the William E. Strait did not realize how close two unlit moored barges at a refinery dock were to the towboat’s aft during fleeting operations in dense fog and rain. That led to contact that caused more than a half million dollars in damage... See more

A 94-year-old bridge crossing the Mississippi River at Lansing, Iowa, has been demolished, with a car ferry to replace it until a new bridge opens in 2027. The Black Hawk Bridge carried Iowa 9 and Wisconsin 82 across the river at Upper Mississippi Mile 66... See more

It was a love of the people and the relationships within the maritime industry that led George Leavell to change careers. Leavell began his career as a practicing attorney before joining Wepfer Marine full time. He held several job titles at Wepfer along ... See more