BELLE OF LOUISVILLE

  • General
    • Vessel Name : BELLE OF LOUISVILLE 0
    • Operator : BELLE OF LOUISVILLE 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 351 0
    • Vessel Type : 11 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 400 0
  • Location
    • City : LOUISVILLE 0
    • STATE : KY 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 350 0
    • Passenger Capacity : 800 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 170.1 257
    • Regular Breadth : 41 257
    • Overall Length : 191.5 257
    • Overall Breadt : 46 257
    • Load draft : 5.2 257
    • Light Draft : 4 257
    • Height : 58 257
  • Other
    • Year : 1914 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 212813 0

BELLE OF LOUISVILLE

  • Area of Operation : OHIO RIVER--LOUISVILLE, KY AREA 0
  • Principal Commodity : PASSENGERS 0

SPIRIT OF JEFFERSON

  • Type : 11 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

Outdraft Current Contributed to Ohio River Tow Strike

Outdraft Current Contributed to Ohio River Tow Strike

A barge tow struck a vane dike on the Ohio River last year because the pilot did not effectively compensate for the outdraft current while navigating out of the McAlpine Locks in Louisville, Kentucky, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has concluded.The towing vessel Amber Brittany was transiting the Ohio River on March 8, 2024

SC Ports Expands Inland Port to Meet Market Demand

SC Ports Expands Inland Port to Meet Market Demand

SC Ports has expanded its container yard at Inland Port Greer to handle customers' growth.South Carolina Ports is enhancing its intermodal connections in South Carolina with the ongoing expansion of Inland Port Greer and construction of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility.SC Ports is investing to expand Inland Port Greer with more cargo and rail capabilities to support customers’ growth in the

BAE Systems Ship Repair Begins Making Submarine Components

BAE Systems Ship Repair Begins Making Submarine Components

BAE Systems won a contract by General Dynamics Electric Boat for deck module fabrication in support of U.S. Navy submarine programs. The contract between the companies will cover the production and shipment of structural steel components for both Columbia- and Virginia-class submarines from BAE Systems’ facility in Jacksonville, Florida.BAE Systems currently provides support to the U.S.

US Awards Nearly $300 Million to Support Ferry Upgrades

US Awards Nearly $300 Million to Support Ferry Upgrades

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has unveiled nearly $300 million in grants from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law aimed at transforming and expanding ferry systems across the United States. This substantial investment will support the modernization of ferry services, which are vital for millions of Americans.

Unattended Helm Leads to Grounding of Towing Vessel

Unattended Helm Leads to Grounding of Towing Vessel

A pilot of a towing vessel on the Mississippi River left the helm unattended for several minutes, leading to a grounding near Thebes, Illinois, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has concluded.While the towing vessel City of Louisville was upbound on the Mississippi River pushing 11 barges on July 29, 2023, it ran aground in a charted shallow and rocky area.

BAE Systems Awarded $92 Million to Build Propulsors for US Navy Submarines

BAE Systems Awarded $92 Million to Build Propulsors for US Navy Submarines

BAE Systems announced it has been awarded a $92 million U.S. Navy contract to continue building propulsors for the Virginia-class submarine program. Under this contract, BAE Systems will deliver the Propulsor Forward Assemblies, as well as design engineering support services and support and sustainment hardware.

Ports of Indiana Launches New Ohio River Terminal Operator

Ports of Indiana Launches New Ohio River Terminal Operator

Ports of Indiana has introduced a new venture called Indiana River & Rail Terminals, creating the largest general cargo operation along the Ohio River. This initiative will oversee all general cargo facilities at the Jeffersonville and Mount Vernon ports, encompassing six docks, six warehouses, and several rail transload facilities.