Upper Mississippi Waterway Association

Upper Mississippi Waterway Association Promoting the economic and environmental benefits of water transportation.

There's still time to register for our Marine Highway 35 Workshop on June 25 in Moline, IL! Port Infrastructure Developm...
06/16/2026

There's still time to register for our Marine Highway 35 Workshop on June 25 in Moline, IL! Port Infrastructure Development Program grant recipients from communities along the Upper Mississippi River will share their program experience and the positive impacts their projects are bringing to the local community. Check the link in the comments for more event info.

On June 25 in Moline, Ill., the inaugural Marine Highway 35 Workshop will spotlight freight, jobs and investment, unitin...
06/10/2026

On June 25 in Moline, Ill., the inaugural Marine Highway 35 Workshop will spotlight freight, jobs and investment, uniting community and municipality leaders with river commerce leaders. The workshop will end with an optional barge tour on the Mississippi River guided by event sponsor Upper Mississippi Fleeting . Have you secured your seat yet? Link in the comments.

For more than 100 years, J.F. Brennan Company has delivered safe, innovative marine construction solutions across the Up...
06/08/2026

For more than 100 years, J.F. Brennan Company has delivered safe, innovative marine construction solutions across the Upper Mississippi River system and inland waterways. We are proud to have their support for the Marine Highway 35 Workshop on June 25! Their team eagerly anticipates the workshop's opportunities to collaborate, share practical solutions, and help shape a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable future for the working river.

UMWA is proud to highlight a sponsor of the upcoming Marine Highway 35 Workshop – AMI Consulting Engineers . AMI special...
06/03/2026

UMWA is proud to highlight a sponsor of the upcoming Marine Highway 35 Workshop – AMI Consulting Engineers . AMI specializes in the design and development of ports and harbors, waterfronts and marinas, coastal and riverine projects, building and structures, dams and levees and industrial facilities. Thanks for your support, AMI! Read more about AMI at the link in the comments.

We look forward to hearing Errin Howard, executive director of We Work the Waterways, speak about workforce pathways and...
06/02/2026

We look forward to hearing Errin Howard, executive director of We Work the Waterways, speak about workforce pathways and industry awareness at the inaugural Marine Highway 35 Workshop on June 25! Join industry and municipality leaders for discussions about the working river, economic opportunities and job creation for communities near the Upper Mississippi River. Register at the link in comments.

Recent announcements about staffing shortages and operational changes at Locks and Dams 14 and 15 have created frustrati...
05/29/2026

Recent announcements about staffing shortages and operational changes at Locks and Dams 14 and 15 have created frustration among recreational boaters in the Upper Mississippi River region, but there's more to the story. UMWA secretary Brandon Phillips gives a deeper look at the staff shortages at the link in the comments.

Meet the executive officer - Brandon Phillips! Brandon works as Compliance and Human Resource Managerat Riverview Compan...
05/26/2026

Meet the executive officer - Brandon Phillips! Brandon works as Compliance and Human Resource Manager
at Riverview Companies and was recently elected as secretary of UMWA. Here's what he shared about the new role:

“Having spent over two decades working on the river, I am honored to serve on the Executive Committee of UMWA and give back to an industry I care deeply about. I hope to help continue the growth of UMWA while ensuring our region has a seat at the table in national discussions affecting our waterways, commerce, and communities.”

We're just 1 month out from the Marine Highway 35 Workshop, June 25 at Western Illinois University in Moline, IL! Join u...
05/26/2026

We're just 1 month out from the Marine Highway 35 Workshop, June 25 at Western Illinois University in Moline, IL! Join us for solutions-driven conversations about the working river, what it takes to keep freight moving and where investments can provide economic opportunities and job creation for municipalities near the Upper Mississippi River. Check out our agenda and register here: https://umwa.net/m35-workshop/

We’re excited to announce the election of Wylie Wilson as treasurer of UMWA. Hear what he had to say: “I’m honored to se...
05/19/2026

We’re excited to announce the election of Wylie Wilson as treasurer of UMWA. Hear what he had to say:

“I’m honored to serve alongside such a dedicated group of individuals and look forward to bringing my energy and commitment to this role. As Treasurer, my goal is to ensure the Association’s finances are managed responsibly and transparently so that we can continue supporting projects and initiatives that strengthen the Upper Mississippi Waterway. I also hope to help facilitate collaboration and engagement that benefits both the river system and the communities along it.”

Join us on June 25 in Moline, Ill., as we take the discussion to the river for the Marine Highway 35 workshop! We'll exp...
05/14/2026

Join us on June 25 in Moline, Ill., as we take the discussion to the river for the Marine Highway 35 workshop! We'll explore the working river, its impact on our communities, funding opportunities and more. The event will end with a river tour through lock 15 by barge. Learn more and register at the link in the comments.

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