Tidewater Transportation goes to Gunderson for four new refined products barges
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Vancouver, Wash.-based Tidewater Transportation and Terminals, the largest barge transportation and termina network on the Columbia-Snake River system, reports that it has finalized a contract with Portland, Oregon-based Gunderson Marine & Iron, for the construction of four new liquid refined product barges. It says that the strategic investment reinforces the company\u2019s commitment to providing safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible marine transportation solutions for the Pacific Northwest.<\/p>\n
Designed by Elliott Bay Design Group, the state-of-the-art barges will measure 272 feet long, 42 feet wide, and 18 feet 6 inches deep, with a capacity of 20,000 barrels. Designed and constructed for service on the Columbia Snake River System, these inland liquid tank barges will be certified by the United States Coast Guard and comply with OPA 90 requirements. The first two barges are scheduled for delivery in May and July 2026, with the remaining two arriving in November 2026 and February 2027.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis investment is a testament to our dedication to meeting the growing needs of our customers and the communities we serve,\u201d said Johan Sperling, president and CEO of Tidewater. \u201cBy partnering with Gunderson Marine and Iron, we are not only strengthening our fleet but also supporting a valued local business that shares our commitment to quality and innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are excited about this next phase of Tidewater\u2019s fleet modernization,\u201d said Ullico Infrastructure Fun<\/a>d portfolio manager Jeff Murphy. \u201cThese new barges will bolster our ability to transport vital energy products safely and efficiently while ensuring we continue to meet the highest operational and environmental standards.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cWe are honored to partner with Tidewater on this important project,\u201d said Dee Burch, <\/a>president of Gunderson Marine and Iron. \u201cThis contract is a win for our workforce and the regional economy. We look forward to delivering high-quality barges that will serve Tidewater and its customers for decades to come.\u201d<\/p>\n The post Tidewater Transportation goes to Gunderson for four new refined products barges<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n