Hunter Marine

Founded in 1976 by owner Ron Hunter, HUNTER MARINE is a premier carrier on America's inland waterways providing unparalleled service to the barge towing, transportation and terminal industry. Hunter Marine offers professional services to the barging community, importers, exporters, domestic and foreign steel producers. Hunter's staff, technology, and commitment to quality exemplifies the strength that the inland waterway industry requires. Hunter Marine is committed to delivering the safest, most efficient and timely transportation options available in the industry.

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Built in 2008, the Hunter Marine Vessel Operations Center offers a 12,000 square foot warehouse and shop. The office structure is home to their state of the art training environment and Human Resource department. The operations center is the hub of Hunter Marine project management, vessel support and maintenance, crew dispatching.

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Aerial view of Vessel Operations Center, Paducah, Kentucky

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News

WorkBoat Magazine recognizes Hunter's M/V Danny L Whitford as Top 10 Significant Boat of 2009.
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The M/V James H. Hunter, 3,600 hp, is the first of two near-identical towboats introduced by Tennessee-based...
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Ron Hunter

In 1976, former drag racer and business man Ron Hunter, founded Hunter Marine Transport, Inc. with one boat and a few barges. For over 30 years, Hunter expanded by upgrading and replacing used equipment. In the fall of 2008, Hunter christened their first brand new towboat, the M/V James H. Hunter followed by the opening of their Paducah Operations Center. Their second new vessel, M/V Danny L.Whitford was christened in 2009. Ron and his dedicated staff continue to build their fleet serving as a mainstay of the Ohio, Cumberland and Tennessee Rivers.