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'''American River Transportation Co., LLC''' ('''ARTCO''') is a subsidiary of [[ |
'''American River Transportation Co., LLC''' ('''ARTCO''') is a subsidiary of [[Cargill|Cargill, Inc]]. and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.. It provides [[river transportation]], including barges and a shipyard; it also operates [[towboats]] on the [[Illinois River]], [[Mississippi River]], and [[Ohio River]].<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.adm.com/products-services/adm-logistics/river-transportation | title = River Transportation | publisher = Archer Daniels Midland | accessdate = 2020-03-24 }}</ref> ARTCO Stevedoring provides [[bulk transport|bulk transfer]] and crane services on near [[New Orleans, Louisiana]] on the [[Lower Mississippi River]]<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.adm.com/products-services/adm-logistics/stevedoring | title = Stevedoring | publisher = Archer Daniels Midland | accessdate = 2020-03-24 }}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url = https://www.waterwaysjournal.net/2019/12/06/artco-to-assume-control-of-tpg-assets/ | title = ARTCO To Assume Control Of TPG Assets | date = 2019-12-06 | first = David | last = Murray | work = The Waterways Journal Weekly | accessdate = 2020-03-25 }}</ref> |
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== History == |
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{{As of|2005}}, ARTCO owned 2,000 barges, and some towboats and harbor tugboats.<ref>{{cite news | url = https://www.news-gazette.com/news/farmers-to-feel-effects-of-hurricane/article_568ae33f-4993-520b-ba54-4addf33794f1.html <!-- former http://www.news-gazette.com/news/local/2005/09/01/farmers_to_feel_effects_of_hurricane --> | title = Farmers to feel effects of hurricane | first = Christine | last = Des Garennes | work = [[The News-Gazette (Champaign–Urbana)|The News-Gazette]] | location = Champaign, Illinois | edition = web | date = 2005-09-01 | accessdate = 2020-03-25 }}</ref> |
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ARTCO was founded in 1977 as a joint venture between [[Cargill]] and [[MEMCO Barge Line|MEMCO Barge Line, Inc]]. In 1981, Cargill became the sole owner of ARTCO. Over the years, ARTCO has grown to become one of the largest barge companies in the United States.<ref>https://www.artco.com/about-us/our-history</ref> |
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== Operations == |
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ARTCO ships many of ADM's products, including grain and [[Vegetable oil|oil seed]], [[ethanol]], and [[corn gluten meal]]. |
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ARTCO operates a fleet of over 2,200 barges and 65 towboats, making it one of the largest inland river transportation companies in the United States. The company specializes in transporting agricultural products, such as [[grain]], [[oilseeds]], and [[fertilizer]], as well as [[steel]], [[coal]], and other bulk [[Commodity|commodities]].<ref>https://www.cargill.com/story/american-river-transportation-company</ref> |
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== Safety == |
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Safety is a top priority for ARTCO. The company has a comprehensive safety program that includes regular safety training for employees, as well as ongoing maintenance and inspection of its vessels and equipment. ARTCO has received numerous safety awards from industry associations and regulatory agencies.<ref>https://www.artco.com/safety</ref> |
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== Environmental Stewardship == |
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ARTCO is committed to protecting the environment and operates its vessels in an environmentally responsible manner. The company has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint, including the use of cleaner-burning fuels, the installation of energy-efficient equipment, and the development of innovative technologies to reduce emissions.<ref>https://www.artco.com/environmental-stewardship</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 12:29, 11 March 2023
| Company type | Subsidiary of Archer Daniels Midland |
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| Industry | Inland transportation |
| Founded | 1971[1] |
| Headquarters | Decatur, Illinois, United States[1] |
American River Transportation Co., LLC (ARTCO) is a subsidiary of Cargill, Inc. and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.. It provides river transportation, including barges and a shipyard; it also operates towboats on the Illinois River, Mississippi River, and Ohio River.[2] ARTCO Stevedoring provides bulk transfer and crane services on near New Orleans, Louisiana on the Lower Mississippi River[3][4]
History
ARTCO was founded in 1977 as a joint venture between Cargill and MEMCO Barge Line, Inc. In 1981, Cargill became the sole owner of ARTCO. Over the years, ARTCO has grown to become one of the largest barge companies in the United States.[5]
Operations
ARTCO operates a fleet of over 2,200 barges and 65 towboats, making it one of the largest inland river transportation companies in the United States. The company specializes in transporting agricultural products, such as grain, oilseeds, and fertilizer, as well as steel, coal, and other bulk commodities.[6]
Safety
Safety is a top priority for ARTCO. The company has a comprehensive safety program that includes regular safety training for employees, as well as ongoing maintenance and inspection of its vessels and equipment. ARTCO has received numerous safety awards from industry associations and regulatory agencies.[7]
Environmental Stewardship
ARTCO is committed to protecting the environment and operates its vessels in an environmentally responsible manner. The company has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint, including the use of cleaner-burning fuels, the installation of energy-efficient equipment, and the development of innovative technologies to reduce emissions.[8]
References
- ^ a b "American River Transportation Co., LLC". Dun & Bradstreet. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ^ "River Transportation". Archer Daniels Midland. Retrieved 2020-03-24.
- ^ "Stevedoring". Archer Daniels Midland. Retrieved 2020-03-24.
- ^ Murray, David (2019-12-06). "ARTCO To Assume Control Of TPG Assets". The Waterways Journal Weekly. Retrieved 2020-03-25.
- ^ https://www.artco.com/about-us/our-history
- ^ https://www.cargill.com/story/american-river-transportation-company
- ^ https://www.artco.com/safety
- ^ https://www.artco.com/environmental-stewardship