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Learn about the benefits of barge transportation and how it can optimize your supply chain.

Learn how digitization is changing the marine transportation and inland logistics industry and what it means for your business.

As an inland marine transport company, staying informed about the latest trends and challenges in the industry is crucial for success. By understanding the forces that are shaping the industry, you can adapt your business strategy and stay competitive in marine transport logistics.

High inflation is a harsh reality for many industries, but maritime shipping is particularly vulnerable to the supply and demand effects. However, there are ways to combat this upward pressure regardless of the transient economy – and it begins with implementing modern logistics proven to boost centralized communication, reduce cost by reducing risk, and improve overall maritime efficiency from port A to port B.

Barge transportation is a cost-effective and efficient way to move Project Cargo. OpenTug offers a digital logistics solution for booking inland marine transportation.

Our work commute is a big part of this, but in an increasingly hybrid workforce and with more high-density public transportation options, there’s another significant category. Currently, most freight in the US is carried by trucks, meaning a lot of this traffic is truck traffic.