IRPT Announces Illinois Basin Meeting in East Peoria, IL
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Tessa Andres
Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals (IRPT)
Email: tessakandres@irpt.net
Website: www.irpt.net
IRPT Announces Illinois Basin Meeting in East Peoria, IL
East Peoria, Illinois — Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals, Inc. (IRPT) is pleased to invite maritime professionals, industry stakeholders, and community partners to the Illinois River Basin Meeting on Tuesday, April 14th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino, located at 21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria, IL.
IRPT is the only trade association in the United States solely representing the interests of inland river ports, terminals, and their users. By connecting public and private entities, IRPT advances industry success through advocacy, resources, collaboration, and strategic communication.
This Basin Meeting will bring together key leaders and operational experts to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and evolving priorities shaping the inland river transportation system.
The meeting is being held in conjunction with the Illinois River Carrier’s Association (IRCA) quarterly meeting. The day’s itinerary includes:
8:00 – 12:00 pm: IRCA meeting
11:30 am-1:00 pm: Joint IRCA/IRPT Lunch
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: IRPT Basin meeting
Topics will include:
- IRPT News, Resources, and Board of Directors Election
- 2025 Legislative Success and 2026 Priorities
- Federal Updates and Impacts to Local Stakeholders
- Funding Opportunities and Industry Challenges
- Engagement Successes, Industrial Development & Path Forward
- Port and Terminal Resilience
There is no cost to attend, but RSVP is required for lunch and meeting materials.
To register, please email: aandres@irpt.net
Who should attend?
IRPT members, non-members, maritime service providers, shippers, economic development representatives, and all stakeholders connected to the inland waterway system are encouraged and welcome to participate.
About IRPT
Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals (IRPT) is a nationwide trade association dedicated to advocating for and strengthening the inland river transportation system. IRPT provides tools, resources, and a unified voice to support ports, terminals, and the industries that rely on them while ensuring policymakers understand the economic importance of resilient and efficient inland waterways.