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  By the Numbers: US vs Foreign River Systems A recent report shows how competition from other global waterways could limit the U.S.' success if quality maintenance and operations are not continued.
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  How to Stop Injured Vessel Crew from Calling My Law Firm Many expensive marine injury lawsuits can be avoided. Here’s how. By Frederick B. Goldsmith, Managing Member, Goldsmith & Ogrodowski, LLC
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  Inland Operators Benefit from Supply Chain Focus It appears the federal government has finally awakened to the fact that inland port and waterway infrastructure investments are critical to keeping the supply chain and U.S. economy moving. By Jeff R. Vogel, partner, Cozen O’Connor’s Transportation & Trade Group
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  Riding a Good News Wave The inland waterways have enjoyed several positive developments toward modernization of the system, particularly over the last two years. By Tracy Zea, President/CEO, Waterways Council, Inc.
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  Inland River Transportation Caucus within the US Congress An Inland River Transportation Caucus could help inland river transportation interests that are often misunderstood and greatly undervalued. By Aimee Andres, Executive Director, Inland Rivers, Ports and Terminals
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  Boat of the Month: Mary Ann Market Miller Boat Line’s newest ferry is the fifth and largest in its fleet. By Eric Haun
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  Hydrogen One A new, more environmentally friendly towboat will be the first of its kind on America's inland waterways. By Eric Haun
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  Subchapter M Phase-in Period Draws to a Close All of United States’ 5,000+ domestic towing vessels must now have valid COIs on board to operate commercially.
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  USPS Commemorates the Mighty Mississippi The U.S. Postal Service is commemorating the Mighty Mississippi with a series of Forever stamps.
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  Maritime Risk Symposium 2022: Registration is Open