Reliable Towing Whenever You Need It
24/7 River Support
Wayne B. Smith provides barge towing and support services designed to assist river traffic across a wide range of operational needs. With a versatile fleet of towboats and experienced crews available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, we support terminal operations, harbor movements, and river-based work along the Upper Mississippi River.
Our barge towing services are structured to remain flexible, allowing us to respond to changing weather conditions, last-minute project changes, and vessel needs.
Comprehensive River Support
Capable Towboat Fleet
Wayne B. Smith operates a fleet of towboats and support vessels that provide dependable assistance for a variety of river operations, including:
- Harbor and fleet movements
- Lock and bridge assistance
- Terminal-related towing and positioning
- Support for river construction and salvage work
- Crew and equipment transport
This fleet allows us to deliver broad river support without limiting services to a single function or location.
Expert River Crews Available 24/7
Barge towing and support services are performed by our skilled crews, familiar with Mississippi River navigation and operational requirements. With crews on call at all times, Wayne B. Smith provides consistent availability to support both scheduled operations and time-sensitive river needs.
Integrated with Terminal & Harbor Operations
Towing and support services are closely coordinated with Hex Stone, Inc. terminal and harbor operations. This integration enables efficient vessel positioning, smoother barge transfers, and seamless coordination among towing, fleeting, and loading/unloading activities.
By keeping these services under one operation, we help reduce delays and improve overall river efficiency.
Work With Wayne B. Smith
To learn more about barge towing and river support services or to get the conversation started, contact our team today.
