BOUCHARD TRANSPORTATION CO. INC.

Bouchard Transportation Co. Inc. is a family-owned company that has been involved in the maritime transportation industry for over a century. Founded in 1918, the company specializes in the transportation of petroleum products, typically utilizing a fleet of oil barges and tugboats to move cargo across the coastal waters of the United States, primarily along the East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.


Historically, Bouchard Transportation has earned a reputation for its commitment to safety and efficiency. The company has invested in modernizing its fleet to meet safety and environmental regulations, aiming to minimize the risks associated with transporting hazardous materials.


However, in recent years, the company faced significant challenges. In 2020, Bouchard Transportation filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to financial difficulties and legal issues related to safety violations and operational mishaps. This led to an overhaul of the company's management and restructuring efforts aimed at stabilizing its operations and financial standing.


Despite these challenges, Bouchard Transportation remains a key player in the maritime oil transportation sector, leveraging its long-standing expertise and extensive fleet operations. The company's workforce, including skilled mariners and support staff, continues to strive for operational excellence and adherence to safety and environmental standards.


For the most up-to-date information on Bouchard Transportation Co. Inc., it is advisable to check recent news updates, the company's official website, or industry reports.


Melville United States

58 South Service Road
Melville NY 11747
United States

Ships

RALPH E.BOUCHARD

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 262

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 280

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

MORTON S. BOUCHARD IV

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 205

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 231

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

ELLEN S.BOUCHARD

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 225

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 282

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

BARBARA E.BOUCHARD

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

JANE A. BOUCHARD

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 242

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

ROBERT J. BOUCHARD

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

BOUCHARD GIRLS

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

J. GEORGE BETZ

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

B. NO. 230

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

LINDA LEE BOUCHARD

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW YORK, NY

Maritime News

Reopening Energy Markets is in Iran's Hands, for now

Reopening Energy Markets is in Iran's Hands, for now

4 hours ago
When Saudi Aramco told its oil buyers in a letter this week that it had no clear idea which port it would use for April exports, it laid bare a new reality: Iran, not the United States, holds the key to reopening the global energy market.The letter, sent to Saudi oil buyers around the world, said they might receive oil from the Red Sea, but they might still get it from the Gulf."I might as well call Iran to find out when this war ends so I can get my oil," one regular Saudi oil buyer said upon receiving the letter as war raged across the Gulf and Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz.
US Officials Predict Quick End to Iran War

US Officials Predict Quick End to Iran War

20 hours ago
U.S. officials responding to economic uncertainty over high oil prices predicted on Sunday that the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran would end within weeks and that a drop in energy costs would follow, despite Iran's assertion that it remains "stable and strong" and ready to defend itself.U.S. President Donald Trump threatened more strikes on Iran's main oil export hub Kharg Island over the weekend and said he was not ready to reach a deal to end the war which has shut off the vital Strait of Hormuz and shaken up global energy markets.Trump has said Iran wants to negotiate, but Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi on Sunday disputed that claim.
Trump Administration Considers Jones Act Waiver

Trump Administration Considers Jones Act Waiver

3 days ago
The Trump administration is considering waiving the century-old Jones Act for a limited period to ensure energy and agricultural shipments can move freely between U.S. ports, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Thursday, in a bid to combat Iran-related supply disruptions."In the interest of national defense, the White House is considering waiving the Jones Act for a limited period of time to ensure vital energy products and agricultural necessities are flowing freely to U.S. ports," Leavitt said in a statement."This action has not been finalized," she added.Under the Jones Act, goods shipped between U.S. ports must be carried on vessels that are U.S.-built, U.S.-flagged and mostly U.S.
Oman Battles Fire at Salalah Port After Drone Strike

Oman Battles Fire at Salalah Port After Drone Strike

4 days ago
Oman's civil defence is working on containing a fire in fuel tanks at the country's Salalah port, Oman's state news agency reported on Wednesday, after drones struck oil storage facilities at the port.The state news agency, citing Oman's civil defence, said that containing the fire "might take time", without providing further details.Earlier on Wednesday, Oman's state TV said that drones struck fuel tanks in the port. Oman's state news agency said, citing an energy ministry official, that there has been no disruption to the continuity of oil supplies or petroleum derivatives in the country.
Six Vessels Attacked as War Puts Merchant Ships on Front Lines

Six Vessels Attacked as War Puts Merchant Ships on Front Lines

4 days ago
Explosive-laden Iranian boats appear to have attacked two fuel tankers in Iraqi waters, setting them ablaze and killing one crew member on Wednesday, after projectiles struck four vessels in Gulf waters, said port, maritime security and risk firms.The latest attacks on ships linked to the U.S. and Europe mark an escalation in the conflict between Iran and U.S.-Israeli forces, raising the number of ships struck in the region since fighting began to at least 16.Shipping in the Gulf and along the narrow Strait of Hormuz, which carries around a fifth of the world's oil, has come to a near-standstill since the U.S.