Canal Barge Company

10/07/2026

Built on the Gulf Coast by the talented team at Conrad Shipyard, Triton is the newest addition to the Canal Barge Company deck barge fleet and a testament to the strength of American maritime expertise.

Purpose-built to support offshore projects and oversized cargo movements, this new 400-foot deck barge enhances our ability to provide tailored transportation solutions backed by experienced project teams, skilled mariners, and a commitment to operational excellence for our customers.

We are proud to partner with organizations that share our belief in investing in American industry, American craftsmanship, and our nation’s maritime resilience.

Thank you to Triton’s sponsor, Amy Tennant Gasvoda, and to Supervisory Chaplain Reverend Grace Pardun of The Seamen's Church Institute for helping commemorate this important milestone.

American Made. American Proud. Move With Confidence.

09/24/2026

Happy World Maritime Day!
 
From our inland waterways to the ports that connect us to the world, the U.S. inland maritime industry serves as a vital link in the global supply chain, delivering the commodities and products that power industries, support communities, and fuel progress at home and abroad.
 
America is home to one of the world’s largest and most efficient inland waterway operation networks. Our rivers and the Americans working on them connect the heart of the nation to global markets, moving the fuel, grain, steel, and essential goods that drive commerce every day. Our professional mariners, engineers, cooks, dispatchers, and shoreside professionals keep our waterways moving safely and efficiently with skill, resilience, and world-class ingenuity.
 
As key component of the global maritime system, we are proud to contribute to the movement of our goods, the strength of our economy, and the progress of our communities along with those abroad!

09/11/2026

On this 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we remember the lives that were tragically lost and honor the courage and sacrifice of the many first responders who answered the call that day. From firefighters and police officers to members of the maritime community, including the U.S. Coast Guard, their steadfast commitment to serving others in a moment of crisis exemplified the very best of our nation in its darkest of days.

09/07/2026

Labor Day is a reminder that America’s strength is built by hardworking people who show up every day and get the job done.

We are proud to be part of that tradition. Today, we celebrate the mariners, mechanics, tankermen, terminal personnel, drivers, and office teams whose dedication helps move essential cargo throughout the nation’s waterways.

To everyone across the CBC Family, thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and the important role you play in keeping America moving.

Happy Labor Day!

08/28/2026

Today, as part of American Waterways Operators Safety Standdown Day, we're reinforcing our commitment to GOAL ZERO.

Falls overboard are preventable. Through preparation, accountability, and looking out for one another, we can ensure every watch, every hitch, and every shift is completed safely.

Because GOAL ZERO means everyone goes home safely.

07/22/2026

For decades, Canal Barge Company has supported U.S. Military operations by transporting thousands of military vehicles, containers, and specialized cargo across America’s inland waterways, along its coastlines, and beyond.

From complex logistics requirements to mission-critical schedules, our vessel crews and shoreside teams have safely and reliably delivered the equipment and materials needed to support America’s military readiness.

Transporting this cargo by water not only provided an efficient means of movement, but also added an additional layer of security by keeping sensitive military assets away from traditional transportation corridors during transit.

These important moves helped establish Canal Barge Company as a trusted transportation partner demonstrating the reliability, dedication, and service that continue to support our nation’s security.

07/14/2026

07/08/2026

In 1933, Canal Barge Company acquired its first piece of equipment, the CBC, 1, from Gulfport Shipyard in Port Arthur, TX for $5,000. Featuring one of the earliest onboard cargo pumping systems on the US inland waterways, the 1,000-barrel sized barge helped increase the efficiency of petroleum transportation and represented a new way of thinking about moving liquid cargo along our country’s waterways. CBC 1 was also the first barge to feature an all-welded steel construction as other barges at the time were either riveted steel or made of wood.

More than 90 years later, the CBC 1 remains a testament to the ingenuity and determination that continue to drive progress on America’s waterways and the blueprint of our solutions-oriented operations across our modern day fleet consisting of tank, open hopper, and deck barges.

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we are proud to reflect on innovations like the CBC 1 that helped move commerce forward and showcase the creativity, determination, and problem-solving spirit woven throughout America’s story.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July!

As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, we proudly join in honoring the spirit of innovation, service, and opportunity that has shaped our nation for generations.

“We practice good citizenship in our industry and communities. Most of all, we want to inspire our people to be the best they can be and encourage them to always help and support one another. We are extremely proud to be an American company that serves our nation in so many important ways and that creates opportunities for so many honest, hardworking people to live the American Dream.” - Merritt Lane

For nearly a century, we have been privileged to play a small part in that story on America’s inland waterways and beyond. Throughout July, we will look back on the people, operations, and innovations of Canal Barge Company that are woven in our nation’s past, tied to its present, and helping chart its future.

Have a happy Independence Day and stay S.A.F.E.!