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CONTENTS

Marine News November 2020 • Volume 31 Number 11 34 38 44

Sause Bros.

34 Workboat Profile: Geronimo An inside look at Suase Bros.’ newest Mikiona- class ocean towing tugboat.

By Eric Haun

Kirby Corp.

38 The Great Lakes Towing Company & Great Lakes Shipyard The Great Lakes Group has deep roots in America’s industrial business history. The venerable ? rm also has a big role in maritime’s future.

By Tom Ewing 44 U.S. Inland Waterways:

High Waters & Swirling Currents The inland waterway system, ? owing through the

U.S. heartland, is microcosm of all that has been 50 happening in 2020.

By Barry Parker 50 There’s Room to Grow on Brazil’s

Inland Waterways The South American country’s rivers are currently underutilized, but they have enormous potential for commercial transport.

By Claudio Paschoa

On the Cover

The Great Lakes Group Hidrovias do Brasil The Great Lakes Group

The Great Lakes Group, including the Great Lakes Towing Company and Great Lakes Shipyard, is a long-serving and important player in America’s workboat industry.

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