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SUMMARY:IRPT Lower Mississippi River Basin Meeting
DESCRIPTION:More info to come
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-lower-mississippi-river-basin-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
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SUMMARY:St. Louis Cybersecurity Conference (presented by Data Connectors)
DESCRIPTION:Don’t wait for a breach to happen\, take action and safeguard your digital assets now! This is your chance to stay ahead of potential attacks by learning about the latest cybersecurity threats\, trends and solutions at the St. Louis Cybersecurity Conference on Sept 14. Hear from cybersecurity experts and leaders\, and connect with other cybersecurity professionals from the region while gaining an edge against nefarious cybersecurity threat actors. \nExpert Panel Discussion #2 \nThe expert panelists for this session include the following: \nMODERATOR:  James Kearns\, Special Counsel\, Jones Walker LLP \n\nTyson B. Sigette\, Marine Transportation System Specialist (Cyber)\, Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River\nAimee Andres\, Executive Director\, Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals\, Inc\nDennis Wilmsmeyer\, Executive Director\, America’s Central Port District
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/st-louis-cybersecurity-conference-presented-by-data-connectors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
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SUMMARY:IRPT Great Lakes Basin Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals invites you to an: \nIRPT Great Lakes Basin Meeting\nThursday\, May 2\, 2024\n1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nTo be hosted by Port Milwaukee\n \nPort Milwaukee\n2323 S. Lincoln Memorial Dr.\nMilwaukee\, WI 53207 \nIRPT is a trade association for the nation’s inland waterway\, port\, and terminal professionals. Our mission is to provide a platform for inland river port and terminal professionals to improve their businesses and to inform policy makers on the needs and economic impacts of our industry. \nThere is no cost to attend the Great Lakes Basin Meeting\, but an RSVP is required for this event. To RSVP\, please contact Tessa Andres: tessakandres@irpt.net.\nMembers\, Non-Members and Industry Professionals all invited. IRPT Members\, non-members\, and maritime stakeholders are all welcome to attend. Topics to be discussed: \nIRPT News                                                                             IRPT Legislative Priorities                            \nMember News                                                           Army Corps Maintenance Backlog\nGreat Lakes Cargo Traffic Report                                             Funding Opportunities\nBoard of Directors Election                                                    We Work the Waterways \nTHANK YOU TO OUR MEETING SPONSORS: 
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-great-lakes-basin-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240501T160633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T160633Z
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SUMMARY:Louisiana Maritime Day
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URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/louisiana-maritime-day/
LOCATION:New Orleans
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240515
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240309T204350Z
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SUMMARY:IRPT Pacific Rivers Basin Meeting
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URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-pacific-rivers-basin-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240309T175500Z
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SUMMARY:IRPT Ohio River Basin Meeting
DESCRIPTION:More info to come
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-ohio-river-basin-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
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SUMMARY:IRPT Arkansas-White-Red-Ouachita Rivers Basin Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals invites you to an: \nArkansas-White-Red-Ouachita Rivers Basin Meeting\nMonday\, May 20th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \nLunch provided \nTo be held in conjunction with the Arkansas Oklahoma Port and Operator Association (AOPOA) meeting 9am-1pm \nMarshalls Museum\n789 Riverfront Dr.\nFort Smith\, AR72901 \nIRPT is a trade association for the nation’s inland waterway\, port\, and terminal professionals. Our mission is to provide a platform for inland river port and terminal professionals to improve their businesses and to inform policy makers on the needs and economic impacts of our industry. \nThere is no cost to attend the IRPT River Basin Meeting\, but an RSVP is required for this event email tessakandres@irpt.net. Members\, Non-Members and Industry Professionals all invited. \nThe day’s itinerary is as follows: \nMonday\, May 20th: \n\n9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Arkansas Oklahoma Port and Operator Association Meeting\nLunch\n1:00pm-3:00pm: IRPT Arkansas-White-Red-Ouachita Rivers Basin Meeting\n\nTo RSVP\, please contact Tessa Andres\, tessakandres@irpt.net. \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR MEETING SPONSORS:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-arkansas-white-red-ouachita-rivers-basin-meeting/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240309T204721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T204721Z
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SUMMARY:Inland Marine Expo in Nashville
DESCRIPTION:https://inlandmarineexpo.com/2024-schedule/ \nProduced by The Waterways Journal\, IMX is designed specifically for the inland and intracoastal marine industry. Since 1887\, The Waterways Journal has served as the news journal of record for the towing and barge industry on the inland waterways of the United States. From CEOs to deckhands\, the publication is the trusted news source for over 16\,000 readers.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/inland-marine-expo-in-nashville/
LOCATION:Nashville City Music Center\, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T160000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
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SUMMARY:IRPT Southeast Rivers Basin Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals invites you to a: \nSoutheast Rivers Basin Meeting\nWednesday\, May 29th\n1:00 pm – 4:00 pm central time \n \nHosted in association with Inland Marine Expo \nNashville Music City Center\n201 Rep. John Lewis Way S\, Nashville\, TN 37203\nSuite 101C \nIRPT is a trade association for the nation’s inland waterway\, port\, and terminal professionals. Our mission is to provide a platform for inland river port and terminal professionals to improve their businesses and to inform policy makers on the needs and economic impacts of our industry. \nThe week’s itinerary is as follows: \nWednesday\, May 29th: \n1:00 pm: IRPT Southeast Rivers Basin Meeting\n6:00 pm: IMX Opening Party \nThursday\, May 30th – Friday\, May 31st: \nInland Marine Expo  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR MEETING SPONSOR:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-southeast-rivers-basin-meeting-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240516T195220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T195220Z
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SUMMARY:IRPT Multi State/ International Basin Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals invites you to an: \n  \nVirtual Multi State/International Basin Meeting\nTuesday\, June 11th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm \nZoom\nThis meeting will be held virtually.\nMeeting ID: 816 1729 5535\nMeeting Passcode: 220159 \nIRPT is a trade association for the nation’s inland waterway\, port\, and terminal professionals. Our mission is to provide a platform for inland river port and terminal professionals to improve their businesses and to inform policy makers on the needs and economic impacts of our industry. \nThere is no cost to attend the IRPT River Basin Meeting\, but an RSVP is required for this event email tessakandres@irpt.net. Members\, Non-Members and Industry Professionals all invited. \nTo RSVP\, please contact Tessa Andres\, tessakandres@irpt.net. \n  \nWe are still accepting sponsors for this meeting. If you are interested in sponsoring\, please contact Tessa Andres.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-multi-state-international-basin-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240604T190707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T190707Z
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SUMMARY:(Virtual) IRPT Southeast Rivers Basin Meeting Aug. 1
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals invites you to a: \nSoutheast Rivers Basin Meeting\nThursday\, August 1st from 10 am to 12 pm\nAll times Central \n  \nVirtual via Zoom \nMeeting ID: 885 0049 3678 \nPasscode: 350388 \n  \nIRPT is a trade association for the nation’s inland waterway\, port\, and terminal professionals. \nOur mission is to provide a platform for inland river port and terminal professionals to improve their businesses and to inform policy makers on the needs and economic impacts of our industry. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but an RSVP is required for this event. Please RSVP to tessakandres@irpt.net \nIRPT Members\, non-members\, and maritime stakeholders are all welcome to attend. Topics to be discussed: \n\nIRPT News\nIRPT Legislative Priorities\nMember News\nArmy Corps Maintenance Backlog\nLower Mississippi Cargo Traffic Report\nFunding Opportunities\nBoard of Directors Election\nWe Work the Waterways\n\nWe value our members and understand their perspective is key to the industry’s healthy growth and operation of the inland river ports\, terminals and intermodal centers which contribute to a more efficient national freight transportation system. As IRPT continues to be a voice for the industry as a whole\, it is imperative that we connect with our industry leaders and understand their concerns. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR MEETING SPONSOR:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/virtual-irpt-southeast-rivers-basin-meeting-aug-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240604T192409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T161618Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual IRPT Lower Mississippi River Basin Meeting; Aug. 6
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals invites you to a: \n  \nLower Mississippi River Basin Meeting \nThursday\, August 6th from 10 am to 12 pm \nAll times Central \n  \nVirtual via Zoom \nMeeting ID: 885 0049 3678 \nPasscode: 350388 \n  \nIRPT is a trade association for the nation’s inland waterway\, port\, and terminal professionals.\nOur mission is to provide a platform for inland river port and terminal professionals to improve their businesses and to inform policy makers on the needs and economic impacts of our industry. \n  \nThere is no cost to attend\, but an RSVP is required for this event. Please RSVP to tessakandres@irpt.net \nIRPT Members\, non-members\, and maritime stakeholders are all welcome to attend. Topics to be discussed: \n  \n\nIRPT News\nIRPT Legislative Priorities\nMember News\nArmy Corps Maintenance Backlog\nLower Mississippi Cargo Traffic Report\nFunding Opportunities\nBoard of Directors Election\nWe Work the Waterways\n\n  \nWe value our members and understand their perspective is key to the industry’s healthy growth and operation of the inland river ports\, terminals and intermodal centers which contribute to a more efficient national freight transportation system. As IRPT continues to be a voice for the industry as a whole\, it is imperative that we connect with our industry leaders and understand their concerns. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR MEETING SPONSORS:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/virtual-irpt-lower-mississippi-river-basin-meeting-aug-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240624T171227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T171227Z
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SUMMARY:NAFTZ 2024 New Orleans
DESCRIPTION:Description\nUnparalleled Industry Access\nOur annual conference is the largest FTZ-related event in the United States. Past in-person events have attracted over 500 attendees representing more than 300 different companies\, we estimate attendance in 2024 to be similar. Our receptions\, round table discussions\, and exhibit hall are an exciting way to build stronger relationships within the FTZ community!
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/naftz-2024-new-orleans/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240309T175618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T221859Z
UID:55035-1727164800-1727370000@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:IRPT 50th Anniversary Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports\, & Terminals (IRPT) is thrilled to unveil the grand celebration of our 50th Annual Conference! Join us in the vibrant heart of America’s intermodal landscape\, Memphis\, TN\, as we mark this significant milestone. \nImmerse yourself in an unparalleled experience at our 50th Anniversary Conference\, where education\, exhibition\, and networking converge to shape the future of logistics and transportation. This year\, we’re pulling out all the stops to ensure an unforgettable event. \nDiscover new horizons as we center the stage for dynamic presentations\, expand our exhibit space to accommodate industry growth\, and strategically plan off-site events and breaks to foster meaningful connections and discussions. Our meticulously curated lineup of speakers will unveil insights and strategies poised to catalyze growth and unlock opportunities for your company. \nAs the nation’s premier trade association for port\, terminal\, and waterway professionals\, IRPT offers a unique platform for forging invaluable connections. Engage in face-to-face conversations\, strengthen existing relationships\, and explore potential collaborations that could redefine the trajectory of your business. \nUnlock exclusive benefits as an IRPT member\, including discounted registration rates. Check if your company is already a member or seize the opportunity to join today and reap the rewards of belonging to a dynamic community driving innovation and progress in the industry. \nClick here to see if you are a member.\nLearn more about IRPT Membership here.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-50th-anniversary-annual-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240705T174434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T182446Z
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SUMMARY:60TH ANNIVERSARY JOINT WATER RESOURCES CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:Join the American Water Resources Association\, the Universities Council on Water Resources\, and the National Institutes for Water Resources in bringing together a professional community of 60 years! Attendees from each organization will have a unique opportunity to experience higher-level networking\, engagement\, and learning through the theme “Celebrating the Past and Planning for the Future of Water.”
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/60th-anniversary-joint-water-resources-conference/
LOCATION:HYATT REGENCY ST. LOUIS ARCH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20240501T163932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T182632Z
UID:56157-1727856000-1727888400@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:WIMOS Golf Outing
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URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/wimos-golf-outing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241030T215247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T215247Z
UID:61097-1731346200-1731357000@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:MarineLog's Top Women in Maritime Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the contributions of women maritime leaders with Marine Log!\n\nEvery year\, Marine Log’s Top Women in Maritime Awards honor a diverse group of women for their extraordinary professional achievements—whether their careers are shoreside or onboard a vessel. \nThis year\, in partnership with our Premier Association Sponsor\, WIMOs\, and Association Sponsors\, Women Offshore and WISTA USA\, we’re taking our recognition one step further by launching Marine Log’s Top Women in Maritime Celebration. \nJoin us November 11 from 5:30 to 8:30pm for drinks and networking as we announce the 2024 Top Women in Maritime Award winners in person! It will be an event filled with inspiring stories and connections both established and new. \nTOP WOMEN IN MARITIME AWARDS\nAs the industry continues to diversify and slowly attract more women\, it’s essential to acknowledge\, honor\, and celebrate the women leading the way. \nEach year\, the Marine Log editorial team carefully selects the 20 Top Women in Maritime\, representing diverse backgrounds\, ages\, and locations. These women are chosen based on nominations from our readers\, and we invite them to share their proudest achievements in their maritime careers—be it in shoreside management\, onboard a vessel\, or in another field. \nFor the past four years\, we have shared their incredible industry contributions in the magazine\, published interviews with each woman on the website\, and shared many of their comments through video interviews. Now\, with the launch of the Top Women in Maritime Celebration\, the industry has an opportunity to connect with one another\, celebrate these groundbreaking women in person\, and find inspiration in their stories.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/marinelogs-top-women-in-maritime-celebration/
LOCATION:The National WWII Museum | New Orleans\, LA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241115
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241030T215541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T215541Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Waterways Symposium
DESCRIPTION:We Work the Waterways will have a booth at this year’s conference! \n21st Annual Waterways Symposium\nBoard of Directors and Annual Membership Meetings \nWaterways Council\, Inc. and The Waterways Journal invite you to join us on The San Antonio River Walk as we facilitate conversation and fellowship around our inland waterways. \nWe’ll hear from experts in the elections\, geopolitics\, and infrastructure arenas. We’ll stay at La Mansión\, a historic Spanish colonial and European-style Four Diamond grand hacienda in the heart of the River Walk. We’ll enjoy elevated Mexican cuisine at The Alamo and experience Texas favorite’s – BBQ and seafood – at exclusive Rio-front restaurants. The full agenda is listed below.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/annual-waterways-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241030T215002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T215002Z
UID:61092-1731499200-1731502800@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:Transportation Research Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging webinar exploring the Mississippi River’s pivotal role as a vital transportation artery in the United States. Our panel will examine how the river supports essential freight movement\, impacts national and global supply chains\, and drives economic growth. The discussion will also address the challenges of maintaining infrastructure\, navigating environmental concerns\, and adapting to the evolving demands of the transportation industry. \n🔹 Aimee Andres\, Executive Director\, Inland Rivers\, Ports\, and Terminals \n🔹 Felix Friedt\, Associate Professor of Economics\, Macalester College \n🔹 Mary Lamie\, Executive Vice President of Multimodal Enterprises\, Bi-State Development \n🔹 Sarah Rodino\, Lieutenant Commander\, US Coast Guard \nDate: Wednesday\, Nov. 13\nTime: Noon-1 p.m. CT\nRegister: https://lnkd.in/gSy-6rdb \nThere is no cost to attend\, but pre-registration is required. Webinar is presented by the St. Louis\, Minnesota\, and Superior\, Wisconsin chapters of the Transportation Research Forum.” \nOrganizers will likely reach out to you soon with additional details.  Looking forward to a great webinar! \nDaniel L. Rust\, PhD\nDirector\, School of Business and Economics\nAssociate Professor\, Transportation & Logistics Management\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Superior\nErlanson Hall\, Room 105B\nBelknap & Catlin\, PO Box 2000\nSuperior WI 54880-4500  \n(715) 394-8364\ndrust1@uwsuper.edu
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/transportation-research-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241122
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241030T215803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T215803Z
UID:61106-1732147200-1732233599@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:INTERCEM AMERICAS 2024
DESCRIPTION:INTERCEM Americas\, North America’s premier independent cement industry conference\, is returning to Houston\, Texas this November. The 2024 INTERCEM Americas meeting is happening as the United States experiences continued growth in cement imports\, helping domestic manufacturers meet increasing demand and maintaining its status as the world’s top cement importer. The North American market remains highly attractive to cement executives globally\, with cement and cementitious products coming from countries as diverse as Turkey\, Vietnam\, Pakistan\, and Egypt to supply producers across the country. Last year\, over 400 attendees from 45 countries joined INTERCEM Americas in Los Angeles\, and another big attendance is anticipated this year. This November\, with the unpredictable US Presidential race concluding\, all eyes will be on the USA. Just days after the result comes in\, we will explore what the election results mean for infrastructure development\, heavy industry\, and cement demand and imports\, as industry experts provide crucial insights for the next four-year cycle. Elsewhere\, attendees can look forward to two full days of top-tier networking opportunities and presentations by a specially invited panel of expert speakers. These sessions are designed to update cement industry leaders on the latest developments\, essential industry trends\, and new business opportunities. INTERCEM Americas is the venue of choice for cement producers\, traders\, and equipment/service providers to meet\, learn\, network and discuss contracts for the coming year – make sure to join us there.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/intercem-americas-2024/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241028T205221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T205221Z
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SUMMARY:104th Inland Waterways Users Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear Inland Waterways Industry Colleagues: \nThe 104th meeting of the Inland Waterways Users Board is scheduled for Friday\, December 13th\, 2024\, at the Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport\, Salons 1\, 2 & 3\, 2020 Richmond Highway\, Arlington\, VA \, 22202 \, 703-892-1050.  The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9:00 A.M. local time and is expected to adjourn at approximately 2:00 P.M.  Registration for the meeting will begin at 8:30 A.M. \nThis upcoming Inland Waterways Users Board meeting notice will be published in the Federal Register \nThe draft meeting agenda is in development. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Mr. Paul Clouse at (202) 768-3157\, or Mr. Steven Riley at (703) 659-3097. \nI look forward to seeing you at the upcoming Users Board meeting. \nRespectfully\, \nPaul D. Clouse\nExecutive Secretary and Designated Federal Officer\nInland Waterways Users Board\nOffice: 703-428-9090\nCell: 202-768-3157
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/104th-inland-waterways-users-board-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20250103T175810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T175810Z
UID:62489-1736357400-1736362800@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:Gulf Coast Legislative Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 8th at the Gulf Coast Legislative Reception in Jackson\, MS. At this complimentary event\, you will get the chance to meet with Legislators. \nBelow you will find your booking link and group code. Special pricing will be available until December 16\, 2024. Reservations can be made by clicking the link below or calling the 1-877-STAY-HGI. (1-877-782-9444). Please reach out to me if I can be of additional assistance. \nGroup Code: MCLR\nBooking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=JANTWGI&groupCode=MCLR&arrivaldate=2025-01-08&departuredate=2025-01-09&cid=OM\,WW\,HILTONLINK\,EN\,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/gulf-coast-legislative-reception/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20250120T162831Z
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UID:62800-1737540000-1737547200@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:National Multimodal Freight Network Discussion and Path Forward
DESCRIPTION:This potentially could impact your availability to discretionary grant funding\, state freight planning and more. IRPT believes each one of your ports are crucial to your communities\, your customers and our nation. That’s why I am inviting you to a zoom meeting on January 22 at 10:00 central time to discuss how you can engage in the process of inclusion of the NMFN and how potentially will be used. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/81281447706?pwd=W9bZYe95qq1l9Q9JFHMoE2uSTUno4X.1 \nMeeting ID: 812 8144 7706 \nPasscode: 767112 \n_____ \n\nFor Background: \n\nNational Multimodal Freight Network: Request for Comments \nThe U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT or Department) is publishing a draft designation of the National Multimodal Freight Network (NMFN or Network) as required Federal law. The designation is informed by the comments received on a notice published by DOT on April 12\, 2024. DOT is also using this notice to request comments or proposed modifications to the draft Network prior to designating the Network. Once the Network is designated by DOT\, States will have the opportunity to submit additional designations through the “State Input” process required by statute. \nComments must be received on or before February 27\, 2025 to receive consideration by DOT with respect to the draft designation of the NMFN. \nThe Draft NMFN consists of approximately 175\,000 miles of highways\, railways\, and waterways and 205 marine ports and airports that are proposed for designation due to their criticality to freight movement and global and domestic supply chains. The Network was designed to promote intermodal connectivity\, based on measurable data assessing the significance of freight movement\, including origins and destinations of freight movements\, and in consideration of the factors outlined in 49 U.S.C. 70103(b)(2). The Network is described in larger detail below. \nOpportunity for Additional Stakeholder Input and Next Steps \nDOT is making an interactive version of the draft designated NMFN available here: ( https://www.transportation.gov/​freight-infrastructure-and-policy/​NMFN). The web version of the map includes layers for draft designated roadways\, railways\, waterways\, marine ports\, and airports. It also includes multiple reference layers\, including DOT’s database of trailer-on-flat-car/container-on-flat-car intermodal facilities\, marine Roll-on/Roll-off terminals\, and air cargo terminals. Other networks\, including the NHFN and the NHS Intermodal Connectors\, are also included. Finally\, DOT has also included a Safety Data layer capturing the location of truck-related fatalities from 2017-2022 Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) database. These reference layers are being made available to provide additional context for DOT stakeholders and highlight opportunities for additional analysis in the future. \nDOT is encouraging all stakeholders\, including multimodal freight system users\, transportation providers\, metropolitan planning organizations\, local governments\, ports\, airports\, railroads\, and States to submit comments with proposed modifications to the draft network. DOT is particularly interested in hearing from the following groups: \n\nTribal Nations who own and operate freight infrastructure\, and Tribal users of the freight system\, and Tribal members impacted by freight movement.\nMembers of underserved\, overburdened\, and disadvantaged communities that are impacted by freight movement.\n\nDue to limitations in available freight data\, DOT is interested in feedback or proposed modifications of the Draft Network that address the following areas: \n\nPreferred routing through urbanized areas\, particularly to minimize negative community impacts.\nKey alternative routes that provide network redundancy are important for critical facilities\, ensuring for resilience to disruptions.\nVolumes and values of commodities that flow through critical intermodal facilities.\n\nDOT also invites comment on future opportunities for analysis\, including the location and availability of dedicated truck parking\, refueling sites for zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles\, priority freight rail lines and rail yards for electrification\, or priority ports for shifting to shore power to improve air quality for local communities. \nState Input Process \nThis Notice is providing an opportunity for stakeholders to comment on a draft Network. Based on the feedback provided to this Notice\, DOT plans to designate the NMFN in Spring 2025. \nOnce DOT has designated the NMFN\, States will have the opportunity to submit “Additional Designations\,” per the process outlined in 49 U.S.C. 70103(b)(4). States will be required to consider nominations for additional designations from MPOs\, State Freight Advisory Committees\, and the owners and operators of multimodal freight infrastructure\, and are highly encouraged to engage with community groups\, particularly environmental justice communities\, before submitting their designations. States will be limited to an additional 30% of mileage within each mode based on the DOT-designated network for the State. States will be required to certify their additional designations meet the requirements of statute. DOT anticipates providing States with an extended period of no less than 180 days to make these designations. \nDOT is required to redesignate the NMFN within 5 years after the initial designation\, and every 5 years thereafter. \nSchedule \nDOT is requesting comments\, feedback\, and proposed modifications within 45 days of publication of this Notice. \n\n\nhttps://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/01/13/2025-00474/draft-designation-of-national-multimodal-freight-network-and-state-input-process?utm_campaign=subscription+mailing+list&utm_medium=email&utm_source=federalregister.gov \n\n\nNMFN Designation Methodology and Extent \nHighway Component Description: In designating the highway component of the NMFN\, the FHWA-designated PHFS (23 U.S.C. 167(d))\, the Strategic Highway Network (STRAHNET)\, and the Interstate Highway System were included. Additional segments were added by evaluating both Freight Analysis Framework (FAF) [3] data and Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) [4] data\, with consideration given to overall freight volumes as well as specific freight commodity groups. The specific thresholds below were proposed\, in part\, to produce a draft network that balanced the goals of a prioritized network and a network with broad coverage. Using 2022 HPMS data\, facilities with 4\,000 Annual Average Daily Truck Traffic (AADTT) or greater (85th percentile) and facilities with AADTT between 1\,200 (70th percentile of volumes) and 4\,000 (85th percentile) were identified. Using FAF modeling\, segments that carried 8\,170 total annual tons of freight\, inclusive of all commodities (top 20%) and segments that fall in the top 1% of annual tons of freight carried by specific commodity groupings (using FAF categories) were also identified. Facilities with 4\,000 AADTT or greater according to HPMS were included independent of FAF modeling. Highway segments identified by FAF commodity flow modeling were added when HPMS data showed AADTT between 1\,200 (70th percentile of volumes) and 4\,000 (85th percentile). For segments where FAF commodity flow modeling and HPMS counts did not overlap\, DOT considered other factors to determine whether to include them in the Network. These factors included whether the segment was on the National Network; [5] whether it provided access to manufacturing\, agriculture\, natural resources\, energy exploration\, development\, installation\, or production areas; or if the roadway was discussed in a completed State Freight Plan.[6] As part of this review\, consideration was also given to designated CUFCs and CRFCs under 23 U.S.C. 167\, as well as logical connections to other designated roadway segments. \nHighway Network Extent: 78\,274 total roadway miles \n\nUrban miles (urban areas of 50\,000 population or greater): 19\,100\nRural miles: 59\,174\n\nRail Component Description: The rail Network designation includes all intermodal rail routes\, as identified by the FRA\, and all Strategic Rail Corridor Network (STRACNET) routes. Additional rail routes were added for segments in the top 2/3 based on the volume of freight carried\, using Surface Transportation Board (STB) Waybill data.[7] Additional segments were added that carry the top 102% of freight by commodity groups\, consistent with the FAF commodity groupings used for the highway designation. As an additional measure of significance\, rail segments that carry five trains or more per day were also added. This threshold is more likely to capture important segments operated by short line railroads. Other segments were added if they provided logical connections to segments identified through the described methodology. \nRail Network Extent: 80\,309 total rail miles: \n\nClass 1 miles: 67\,476\nClass 2 miles: 3\,047\nClass 3 miles: 9\,786\n\nMarine Ports Component Description: Marine ports that annually move 1.5 million tons of freight or greater\, as estimated by the most recent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Waterborne Commerce Statistics Data (2022)\,[8] were added to the Network. This threshold was informed by stakeholder input and to guarantee that selected ports would be served by moderate use waterways as defined by USACE. Commercial Strategic Seaports\, as identified by the Maritime Administration and U.S. Department of Defense’s National Port Readiness Network\,[9] were also added to the Network. To ensure coverage across commodity types\, DOT also reviewed commodity level data to identify ports that handled at least 10% of any waterborne commodity type. This identified one additional port\, Kivalina\, Alaska\, which was added to the Network. \nMarine Ports Extent: 140 Ports. \n\nPorts with 1.5 million annual tons or greater: 137 (includes 16 of 18 Commerical Strategic Seaports)\nAdditional Commercial Strategic Seaports: 2 (Everett\, WA and Apra Harbor\, GU)\nAdditional ports carrying 10% or more of a freight commodity: 1 (Kivalina\, AK)\n\nWaterways Component Description: DOT is defining “Waterways” of the NMFN to include both elements of the inland waterway system and coastal navigation projects as categorized by USACE\, who group segments of the National Waterways Network [10] as high use\, moderate use\, and low use. The network includes all high use waterways\, which are those deep and shallow draft coastal navigation projects with 10 million tons or greater\, and those inland waterways with 3 billion ton-miles or greater\, based on the latest 5-year average (2018-2022) waterborne commerce statistics. The network also includes all moderate use waterways\, which are those deep and shallow draft coastal navigation projects with one to 10 million tons\, and those inland waterways with 1 to 3 billion ton-miles\, based on the latest 5-year average waterborne commerce statistics. The Draft Network does not include low-use waterways\, with the exception of certain offshore coastwise shipping routes in Maine and Alaska\, island segments\, and a handful of small connections made to provide direct access to a strategic seaport. \nWaterways Extent: 21\,329 total waterway miles. \n\nHigh Use waterways miles: 9\,761\nModerate Use waterways miles: 7\,360\nLow Use waterways miles: 4\,208\n\nAirport Component Description: 2022 Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) T-100 market data [11] was used to identify freight volumes at airports. Airports that carry more than 0.2% of all freight and mail weight at all National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) airports were designated. Additional NPIAS airports were designated that carry 0.2% of all freight weight\, excluding mail weight. Additional NPIAS airports were also designated that had a higher-than-average freight to passenger ratio and fell within the top 130 of all freight and mail weight. \nAirport Extent: 65 total airports. \n\n57 airports meet the 0.2% freight and mail threshold.\n2 additional airports meet the 0.2% of freight (no mail) threshold.\n6 additional airports meet the freight to passenger ratio criteria and are in the top 130 by all freight and mail weight.\n\nOther Infrastructure Considered: Pipelines and pipeline terminals are not included on the Network due to data security challenges\, but connections to pipeline intermodal facilities were considered as part of other Network component designations. DOT conducted an analysis and determined that approximately 1\,056 of 1\,401 pipeline terminals identified by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) [12] are located within 1 mile of the draft designated Network. \nDOT also reviewed a database of Trailer-on-Flatcar (TOFC)/Container-on-Flatcar (COFC) intermodal terminals identified by BTS [13] to determine the extent to which the draft Network supports intermodal interchange between rail and truck. 230 of 241 identified TOFC/COFC terminals are located within 1 mile of the draft designated Network.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/national-multimodal-freight-network-discussion-and-path-forward/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T103000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20250117T201217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T230421Z
UID:62774-1737621000-1737628200@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:IRPT & CPMR Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Inland Rivers\, Ports & Terminals (IRPT) and the Coalition to Protect the Missouri River (CPMR) invite you to a zoom meeting to be held on Thursday\, January 23 at 8:30 am central time. \nThe purpose of the zoom meeting is to strategize a collaborated approach to the U.S. Coast Guard’s decision to remove aids to navigation (ATONs) north of Blencoe on the Missouri River. \nWe invite all stakeholders (ports\, terminals\, barge companies\, boat companies\, shippers\, state and federal agencies\, etc.) to this meeting. It is important to be informed of this decision as well as the potential impact of the decision. It is important to be engaged in a coordinated effort to communicate with lawmakers and decision makers as they consider the removal. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85353293046?pwd=zy7oTvz5cR4x18Fezr3l2xaenb3w7G.1 \nMeeting ID: 853 5329 3046 \nPasscode: 511138 \nAgenda: \n\n\n\nWelcome\n\n\n\n\n\nIRPT\nAimee Andres\n\n\n\nCPMR\nShane Kinne\n\n\nIntroductions\n\nAll Participants\n\n\nOpening Remarks\nRep. Randy Feenstra\nRep. Randy Feenstra\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscussion\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities to Date\n\n\n\n\nUSCG Timeline of Removal\n\n\n\n\nProposed Actions\n\n\n\n\nProjected Timeline\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/irpt-cpmr-zoom-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241226T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T154311Z
UID:62440-1738051200-1738170000@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:Mississippi River Manager's Meeting (St. Louis\, MO)
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Managers Meeting is an annual meeting held between St. Paul District\, Rock Island District\, St. Louis District and Mississippi Valley Division navigation representatives\, U.S. Coast Guard and Navigation Industry with the common goal of reviewing navigation issues and concerns in the upper three Corps of Engineers districts. \nAimee will be presenting at this meeting.
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/mississippi-river-managers-meeting-st-louis-mo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241216T215342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T220221Z
UID:62373-1738918800-1738936800@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:WWW Industry Interaction Day: Vicksburg\, Mississippi
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/industry-interaction-day-vicksburg-mississippi/
ORGANIZER;CN="Errin Howard":MAILTO:ehoward@irpt.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20250106T154126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T154126Z
UID:62498-1739349900-1739365200@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:WWW Industry Interaction Day in Baton Rouge\, LA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/www-industry-interaction-day-in-baton-rouge-la/
LOCATION:The Water Institute and CPRA Museum\, Baton Rouge\, LA
ORGANIZER;CN="Errin Howard":MAILTO:ehoward@irpt.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20241121T203942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T153217Z
UID:62010-1739379600-1739466000@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:Missouri River Navigator's Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will provide a report on ongoing activities for the 2025 navigation year and provide a forum for Missouri River navigators to discuss current and upcoming challenges with the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the United States Coast Guard. \nRegister Here! |
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/missouri-river-navigators-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20250106T154443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T220625Z
UID:62502-1739436300-1739451600@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:WWW Industry Interaction Day in Baton Rouge\, LA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/www-industry-interaction-day-in-baton-rouge-la-2/
LOCATION:The Water Institute and CPRA Museum\, Baton Rouge\, LA
ORGANIZER;CN="Errin Howard":MAILTO:ehoward@irpt.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230149
CREATED:20250108T221806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T221806Z
UID:62594-1740473100-1740488400@www.irpt.net
SUMMARY:NOMMA Industry Interaction Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.irpt.net/event/nomma-industry-interaction-day/
LOCATION:New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy
ORGANIZER;CN="Errin Howard":MAILTO:ehoward@irpt.net
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