CANAL BARGE COMPANY, INCORPORATED

Sure! Canal Barge Company, Inc., founded in 1933, is a prominent American marine transportation company based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Specializing in the transportation of goods along the inland waterways of the United States, the company offers a wide range of services, including bulk transportation of chemicals, petroleum products, and agricultural commodities.

Canal Barge Company operates a vast fleet of barges and towboats, enabling it to serve various industries efficiently. Their services extend beyond just transportation; they also offer logistics solutions, including cargo management and terminal services.

A key differentiator for the company is its focus on safety, environmental sustainability, and innovative practices. This company has built a strong reputation over the decades for reliability and customer service.

Their mission has always revolved around providing dependable marine transportation solutions while prioritizing the safety and well-being of their employees and the environment. Canal Barge Company remains a family-owned and operated business, maintaining a legacy of service and innovation in the maritime industry.

Ships

OCEANUS

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1270

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CMS 1261

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 2261

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 209

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 334

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 329

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1267

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 326

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1265

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-202

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-2762

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1272

Barge | Flag: United States of America

CBC 761

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

ULYSSES

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: DOVER, DE

CBC-629

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1268

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1269

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 182

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1266

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 630

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 181

Barge | Flag: United States of America

CBC 203

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-174

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-177

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-208

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 4507

Barge | Flag: United States of America

CBC 328

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 184

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 330

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 335

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-206

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-178

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-207

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 180

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 631

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-186

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-176

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 333

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 325

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC-175

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 2241

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: Morgan City, LA

LUKE BURTON

Towboat | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 205

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 760

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 336

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 4504

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: WILMINGTON, DE

CBC 331

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 759

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 327

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 332

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 1271

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 204

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 183

Tank Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 762

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

CBC 2242

Barge | Flag: United States of America | Port: NEW ORLEANS, LA

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