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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
Our audience operates over 25,000 barges and over 3,500 towboats and tugs.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
Last week at , George Foster, president of JB Marine Service Inc, was honored as the first recipient of the Mike Rushing Legacy Service Award.
Learn more about this award winner and Mike Rushing's legacy here > bit.ly/3QYEqfs
Thank you to all of the speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, and attendees who made a success.
The Inland Marine Expo is heading back to Nashville in 2024. Save the date for , running May 28-30.
Thank you to the Sponsors!
WOW! is just ONE WEEK away. Who's ready?
Did you know that government entities can attend for FREE? Email Andi Moravec at [email protected] for more details.
Are you ready for ? Maximize your time in Nashville by pre-registering online here: bit.ly/4a7dDp4
And don't forget to download the IMX App by eShow!
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Android devices: bit.ly/4ajwZq0
Maritime Throwdown Finals will take place during the IMX Opening Party in the Tradeshow Floor on May 29 from 6-8 pm.
Maritime Throwdown is the industry’s premier line-handling and life-saving skills competition, pushing mariners toward professional excellence and safe operations. IMX attendees will witness fierce competition and learn about the all-new MTD Incentivized Training Program for towing operations, aimed at enhancing safety and developing skills for mariners of all levels, from green deckhands to the wheelhouse.
New this year - has an official event app! Download the eShow app today to start planning your time in Nashville at the 11th annual Inland Marine Expo.
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is just 2WEEKS away. Still need to register? Pre-register online now to save money and time in line.
The Inland Marine Expo 2024 May 29-31, 2024 | Nashville, TN | Music City Center From CEOs to deckhands, IMX is designed for the whole team. IMX is open to all leaders and members of the maritime and logistics community!  No membership or subscription is required. Improve your organization and ...
The deadline to book your hotel accommodations within the Home2/Tru by Hilton room block is May 15. Head to inlandmarineexpo.com/hotels to book your room now!
A BIG Thank You to the Sponsors!
is almost here! Check out full details on education sessions and speaker bios on the event website:
Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
Thank you to Mobil Gard by Morgan Distributing, Inc for being an sponsor.
Mobil considers Morgan Distributing, Inc. to be a flagship oil distributors in Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Arkansas. They deliver the highest quality motor oils, industrial lubricants, and metalworking and specialty fluids that their customers need.
Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
Check out a complete A-Z listing of exhibiting brands at .
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is less than a month away. Check out the online schedule to plan your time in Nashville.
Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
This year, the Opening Party will take place on the tradeshow floor at Music City Center on May 29 from 6-8pm. The party will feature:
• Maritime Throwdown Finals
• Live Music
• Cigar Rolling
• Whiskey Tasting
Thank you to Rose Point Navigation Systems for sponsoring this event.
Good news! The deadline to book a hotel room within the negotiated room block has been extended for the following hotels:
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown - Extended to May 10
Tru By Hilton Nashville Downtown Convention Center and Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown Convention Center - Extended to May 15
Book now through the IMX Hotel page: https://bit.ly/3VQ4pcD
The deadline to book your hotel accommodations within the Room Block is May 5. Don't miss out on discounted rates here >
Heading to Nashville for IMX2024? Visit our Hotel & Travel page to start planning your trip and book nearby accommodations for May 29-31, 2024.
A shout-out and thank you to Steiner Shipyard for being a Sponsor.
Steiner Shipyard is a small family-owned and operated shipyard with many of the same capabilities as that of larger shipyards. Located in Bayou La Batre, Alabama, Steiner builds all types of new construction steel or aluminum vessels – from passenger/cargo ferries, ocean-going push boats and offshore supply vessels, to commercial fishing trawlers – delivered all over the world.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
THANK YOU to Arcosa Marine Products for being a Sponsor.
Arcosa’s Inland Barge Group is comprised of Arcosa Marine Products, Inc., a leading manufacturer of barges used to transport cargo on U.S. inland waterways. Arcosa Marine Products manufactures dry cargo barges, including flat-deck and hopper barges, that are used to transport a variety of products including grain, coal, and aggregates.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
A shout-out and thank you to TowWorks, LLC for being a Sponsor.
Paducah Rigging is a full-service rigging company that manufactures barge wires and carries a full line of fabricated wire rope slings, chain slings, nylon slings, tie downs, winch wires, crane wires with fittings, logging chokers and many other related products – all tailored to customer specifications.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
Still need to book your accommodations for ? There's still availability within the official IMX room block at Tru By Hilton Nashville Downtown Convention Center and Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown Convention Center. Click the link below to reserve your room by May 5.
Heading to Nashville for IMX2024? Visit our Hotel & Travel page to start planning your trip and book nearby accommodations for May 29-31, 2024.
in Nashville is just ONE MONTH away. Are you ready?
Still need to book your hotel accommodations for ? The deadline to book within the official Inland Marine Expo room block is May 5. Get moving and book your hotel here > bit.ly/3VQ4pcD
THANK YOU to ABS Wavesight for being a Sponsor.
ABS Wavesight is the new ABS-affiliated maritime software as a service (SaaS) company dedicated to helping shipowners and operators streamline compliance while maintaining competitive operations by applying the latest technologies to address real-world challenges and create a more efficient and sustainable industry.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
THANK YOU to Heartland Companies for being a Sponsor.
PERSONABLE. RELIABLE. FLEXIBLE. Heartland Companies include Heartland Barge, Heartland Fabrication, Heartland Rail, and Heartland Commercial Real Estate.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
A shout-out and thank you to Walker LLP for being a Sponsor.
Jones Walker is a nationally ranked and recognized law firm for its marine finance, litigation, and regulatory capabilities by national and international publications. Their clients come from across the industry spectrum, from inland markets to traditional blue water and emerging markets like offshore wind.
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Register now for , running May 29-31. The Inland Marine Expo is designed specifically for the inland & intracoastal marine transportation industry.
During education session "Current Trends Facing Ports," Aimee Andres, executive director of Rivers, Ports, and Terminals (IRPT), along with colleagues Errin Howard and Tessa Andres, will discuss challenges facing ports and terminals today, including ongoing and planned channel deepening projects, unscheduled lock closures, workforce issues, the impacts of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity threats, and the future of containerized cargos.
The Maritime Administration’s Capital Construction Fund (CCF) was recently amended to make the tax deferral program available to more U.S.-flag vessel owners and operators, in particular those who work on the inland waterways.
"Expansion of the Capital Construction Fund Program" will overview regulatory changes to the program for inland vessel owners and operations, an explanation of the program’s tax-deferral provisions, and a description of pending legislative initiatives to extend the program to marine facilities.
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