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I N L A N D M A R I N E E X P O . C O M

THE ANNUAL TRADE SHOW FOR THE INLAND AND INTRACOASTAL COMMERCIAL MARINE INDUSTRY

C O M E H E L P U S C E L E B R AT E O U R

5 TH ANNIVERSARY!

I N D U S T R Y W I D E , I N L A N D S P E C I F I C

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Save, earn, learn and connect!• Find products and services that can save your company money,

increase sales, expand margins and prevent injury

• Learn from top industry experts and nationally recognized speakers

• Stay current on the latest regulatory issues and industry news

• Network and problem solve with your industry peers

IMX is for EVERY professional who depends on and contributes to the national treasure that is our inland and intracoastal waterways. Coastal, Great Lakes and operators in other regions with similar product and

service needs will also find value in attending.

Make plans to bring your team to the 2018 Inland Marine Expo!

WHY ATTEND?

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

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The Inland Marine Expo is YOUR tradeshow, and we are working hard to make you proud. 2018 will feature nearly 250 exhibit booths, with both new and returning exhibitors and the latest products and services to help you stay competitive, operate safely and save your company money. The operator will be able to advance his or her career with education and networking, learn first hand about the products and services they depend on daily and leave

with knowledge that can only be gained by attending IMX.

Our exhibitors are our greatest asset. They are innovators, problem solvers and supporters of the industry. Make sure to visit as many as possible during your stay.

And thanks to the support of our exhibitors and sponsors, IMX is able to provide conference material and special events that are second to none at a very reduced cost. There will be 30 sessions in four different tracks. Special events include onsite and offsite receptions, keynotes, award ceremonies, lunch on the tradeshow floor, contests and more. The evening events are designed to keep attendees together longer, extending networking opportunities. Everything offered is meant to make the most of your valuable time.

IMX will be celebrating its fifth Anniversary this year. Please join us! Let us show you what we have learned in five short years and leave empowered.

W E L C O M E

A special thank you to our sponsors, our education and special event partners and the individuals who have offered both time and expertise to help us develop this tradeshow.

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SUNDAY, MAY 208:00 AM – 4:00 PM Large Exhibitor Move-In (by approval)

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Registration

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Exhibit Preview and Welcome Reception

EDUCATION SESSIONS

VESSEL TRACK FACILITY TRACKGENERAL INTEREST TRACK

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Prioritizing Transportation Infrastructure Investments: Soybean Export Supply-Chain Workshop (separate registration required)

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM State of the Barge Industry

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Commodity and Shipper Trends

EDUCATION SESSIONS

VESSEL TRACK FACILITY TRACKGENERAL INTEREST TRACK

7:00 AM – 8:30 AM Working Breakfast - ITTS: FAST ACT, State Freight Plans, Performance Measures (available to first 80 registrants)

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM Developing Your Maritime Cybersecurity Plan

System Resiliency - Part 1 Public Sector

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Subchapter M Panel- Part 1

Continuing Education Opportunities for Ports

First and Last Mile: Shortline Railroad and Terminal Connections

System Resiliency - Part 2 Private Sector

TUESDAY, MAY 226:30 AM – 5:30 PM Registration

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Subchapter M Panel- Part 2

Combined Session: Efficency Gains in Bulk Handling Cranes •

The Hazards of Arc Flash and Combustible Dust - What You NEED to Know

Site Selection: How Investment in Transportation Related Infrastructure Can Retain and Attract New Business

Hyperloop and the Road to Tomorrow

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Crewing Your Inland River Vessel: Best Practices and New Developments

Shipyard Grants-Opportunities and Procedures

Missouri DOT ROI

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM General Session: National Maritime Day Recognition and Challenges to the Future of River Transportation

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM Lunch on Exhibit Floor

MONDAY, MAY 217:00 AM – 7:30 PM Registration8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Exhibitor Move-In

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EDUCATION SESSIONS VESSEL TRACK FACILITY TRACK

GENERAL INTEREST TRACK

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM Working Breakfast - ITTS: FHWA/MARAD Federal Role in Supporting Freight(available to first 80 registrants)

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM Avoiding Legal Exposure and Liability that Follows a Disaster, Which Includes…

St. Louis - A Leader in Agricultural Innovation and Distribution

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Electric Propulsion Dredging Our Channels and Harbors

Container on Barge TRAINFO - Using Real-Time Train Data to Reduce Congestion, Avoid Delays and Keep Vehicles Moving

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Update on the U.S. Economy

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Commodity and Shipper Trends

Autonomous Trucks

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM State of the Barge Industry Truck Parking

WEDNESDAY, MAY 236:30 AM – 5:30 PM Registration

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM Lunch on Exhibit Floor1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Rope Throwing Finals

3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Exhibitor Move-out

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 5th Anniversary Bash Hosted by The Waterways Journal

THURSDAY, MAY 248:00 AM – 12:00 PM Exhibitor Move-Out

7:30 AM - 10:00 AM Riverboat Tour of St. Louis Regions Freight Assets and Opportunities (llmited to 125 attendees; separate registration required)

10:00 AM Muddy Waters Spring Golf Outing(separate registration required)

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM2018 Annual Freight Summit Luncheon – St. Louis Regional

Freightway (separate registration required)

Schedule is subject to change.

EDUCATION SESSIONS (CONT.) VESSEL TRACK FACILITY TRACK

GENERAL INTEREST TRACK

3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Aids to Navigation and Channel Maintenance - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Coast Guard (available to first 80 registrants)

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tuesday Night Party Hosted by Living Lands & Waters

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NATIONAL MARITIME DAY RECOGNITION AND CHALLENGES TO THE FUTURE OF RIVER TRANSPORTATIONTUESDAY, MAY 22; 11:45 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.Speakers : Rev. Dav id M. R ide r, Seamen’s Church Peter Stephaich, chairman and CEO, Campbell Transportation Company Inc.

Gather to honor all mariners on United States National Maritime Day. Listen as stories unfold, learning more about the unique lifestyle of this noble profession and the sacrifices that mariners are often called to make. Along with their many contributions, learn how the waterways industry itself provides an invaluable service to shippers, consumers and the U.S. Challenges that have prevented the barge industry from reaching its potential will be discussed, as well as possible solutions.

COMPLIMENTARY FOOD AND BEVERAGE IN THE EXHIBIT HALL MONDAY, MAY 21; 5 - 7 P.M. Welcome Reception located on the Exhibit Floor.

TUESDAY, MAY 22; 12:30 - 1:15 P.M.WEDNESDAY, MAY 23; 12:30 - 1:15 P.M.Lunches located on the Exhibit Floor; designed by cooks in the industry and complimentary with your IMX registration. TUESDAY NIGHT PARTY HOSTED BY LIVING LANDS & WATERSTUESDAY, MAY 22 6 - 8 P.M.LOCATED AT 612 NORTH EVENT VENUE

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDFor its fifth year, the Inland Marine Expo (IMX) and The Waterways Journal will be accepting nominations for the IMX Achievement Award. The goal of the award is to recognize individuals who have spent their career making significant contributions to the maritime industry by helping it to be the most cost-efficient, safe and environmentally friendly mode of transportation for many cargoes.

The winner, along with the person who nominated him or her, will receive free registration to the 2018 Inland Marine Expo, where they will also be invited to a special recognition ceremony. Nominations are due by March 31, 2018. Visit www.inlandmarineexpo.com for more info or to submit your nomination.

40 UNDER 40 AWARDFor the first time this year, IMX will be accepting nominations for 40 men and women under the age of 40 who have made outstanding contributions to the inland marine transportation industry in a variety of fields.

Those who are selected as an IMX 2018 40 Under 40 professional, along with the person who nominated him or her, will receive free registration to the 2018 Inland Marine Expo, where they will also be invited to a special recognition ceremony. Nominations are due by March 19, 2018. Visit www.inlandmarineexpo.com for more info or to submit your nomination.

RIVERWORKS DISCOVERY’S 2ND ANNUAL LINE THROWING AND HANDLING COMPETITIONTest your skills in line throwing, with accuracy as well as distance with RiverWorks Discovery’s 2nd Annual Line Throwing Competition at IMX 2018, with participation from special guests Maritime Throwdown! See how accurate your line throwing skills are at 10, 15, and 20 feet, and more! Practice on your own or anytime during tradeshow hours or with the pros on Tuesday, May 22, from 10 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 3 p.m. and Wednesday 10 to 11 a.m. Prizes will be given for first, second and third place. All winners will be offered comp registration for IMX 2019. Final competition will start Wednesday, May 23 at 1:30 p.m.

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INLAND MARINE EXPO FIFTH ANNIVERSARY BIRTHDAY BASHWEDNESDAY, MAY 23; 6 - 8 P.M.Located at Morgan Street Brewery…Where a Good Time is Always Brewing

This will be a special evening for both Inland Marine Expo and The Waterways Journal. Join us for a special gathering to celebrate our fifth anniversary at a historic venue with great food, free drinks and entertainment by the one and only Patrick Smith Band!

You will be standing in the building where some of the very first pages of The Waterways Journal were written in the late 1800s. At the time the building was owned by Schoellhorn-Albrecht Machine Co., where steamboat engines and capstans were built. As the story goes, The Waterways Journal bartered advertising space for rent. We are thrilled to celebrate our history with one of our oldest advertisers and former landlord at this can’t-miss event.

INSTITUTE FOR TRADE AND TRANSPORTATION STUDIES (ITTS) SOUTHEAST CONFERENCEThis year’s ITTS Freight in the Southeast Conference will be a part of FreightWeek STL, with the Missouri Department of Transportation serving as the host state. Regionally, the Southeast has benefited from the foreign direct investment, perceptions of business friendly environments, and access to relatively less congested transportation networks. The region is also very dependent upon exports to provide markets and jobs for its industries. The region is served by all the Class I railroads, the largest navigation system in the nation (the Ohio, Mississippi and Tenn-Tom river systems and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway), some of the nation’s largest freight airports, and a highway system that links our markets to each other and the world. Freight Transportation is important to promoting economic development and ensuring economic opportunities for the region’s future growth, and this conference seeks to capture some of the major trends shaping the region’s freight transportation systems.

FREIGHTWEEK STLNew to IMX this year is FreightWeek STL, a four-day conference of freight industry leaders and influencers. During FreightWeek STL, attendees will share ideas and collaboratively promote the forward movement of America’s freight industry. IMX is proud to partner with St. Louis Regional Freightway and the Institute for Trade and Transpor ta t ion on this effort.

RIVERBOAT TOUR OF ST. LOUIS REGION’S FREIGHT ASSETS AND OPPORTUNITIESTHURSDAY, MAY 24; 7:30 - 10 A.M.A riverboat tour on the Mississippi River will highlight key freight assets and opportunities that position the St. Louis region as a global freight and logistics hub. This curated tour will provide an up-close look at critical elements of the region’s multimodal freight network, including roads and bridges; rail and barge facilities; multimodal freight transfer services; and the ports and infrastructure that have made this section of the Mississippi River the Ag Coast of America. A breakfast buffet onboard the riverboat is included in the tour. Cost: $35/person (tour is limited to 125 attendees; separate registration is required.) Location: Downtown St. Louis Riverfront.

2018 ANNUAL FREIGHT SUMMIT LUNCHEON – ST. LOUIS REGIONAL FREIGHTWAYTHURSDAY, MAY 24; 11:30 - 1:30 P.M.Join business leaders, real estate and freight industry experts, and elected officials from throughout the bi-state area at The Freightway’s 2018 Freight Summit and learn the latest news and developments about the region’s freight and logistics initiatives. Attendees will receive updates on major infrastructure projects impacting the region’s multimodal freight network, new information and opportunities on inland waterway freight movement, and key objectives on the table for 2018. Cost: $65/person (separate registration required). Location: Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel, Landmark Ballroom, 800 Washington Ave.

MUDDY WATERS SPRING GOLF OUTING THURSDAY, MAY 24; 10 A.M.Hosted by North American Marine Consultants, this event includes golf, carts, breakfast, lunch and prizes at Annbriar Golf Course (separate registration required). More information to follow.

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PRIORITIZING TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS: SOYBEAN EXPORT SUPPLY-CHAIN WORKSHOPPresented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Washington State University.The objective of this workshop is to engage transportation stakeholders in the region and present the findings from recent research efforts aimed at modeling and measuring transportation infrastructure improvements that support specific export supply chains. This research is sponsored by the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and focuses primarily on U.S. soybean exports. This approach could be utilized to prioritize national, regional and local transportation infrastructure investments (separate registration required.) For more information, please contact Morgan Conklin at morgan.conklin@wsu.edu.

STATE OF THE BARGE INDUSTRYThe inland barge industry has endured a period of low freight rates in the midst of a large fleet. Several carriers have merged or been acquired, changing the landscape across the system. This panel will discuss the fleet dynamics, including retirements and newbuilds (including Informa Economics view on the barge fleets from Barge Fleet Profile report) for barges and towboats, and freight rates. The panel will include great interaction with senior leadership from the inland barge operators.

COMMODITY AND SHIPPER TRENDS While the inland barge fleet has been plagued by an abundant fleet, there remains steady demand for service across many sectors. This panel will bring forth a view of what is moving, what is not (including Informa Economics view on commodity movements from the Barge Commodity Profile report), and what the system means to shipper who will be on the panel.

WORKING BREAKFAST – ITTS: FAST ACT, STATE FREIGHT PLANS, PERFORMANCE MEASURESThe Federal Highway Administration will provide a working breakfast to discuss various provisions of the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act. The focus will be on state freight plans, working with freight advisory councils and performance measures. (Available to the first 80 registrants.)

DEVELOPING YOUR MARITIME CYBERSECURITY PLANHistorically, cybersecurity was of little concern to the maritime industry, and even less concerning to the inland sector. Recent events, however, are changing perspectives on the true risks to vessel operators

associated with a cyberattack. The IMX Cybersecurity Panel for the 2018 show will consist of industry experts from a variety of fields and contain valuable information you can use to start your cyber planning. Panelists will include representatives from Microsoft, TPO/class, maritime insurance providers, maritime legal firms, and maritime technology firms. They will discuss a range of topics, including insurance policy tweaking, integrating cyber drills into your TSMS/SMS, the legal implications of not preparing, and crew training, along with practical ways of planning and preventing an incident.

SYSTEM RESILIENCY – PART 1 PUBLIC SECTORWhat does system resiliency mean? Why is it important? How do you achieve it? The panel will address how public agencies address system resiliency within the planning process, while discussing ways to collaborate with the private sector to improve system efficiencies through planning an infrastructure system capable of handling variable events, to managing notifications and hastening recovery operations. In addition, we will also examine the economic impacts of unscheduled lock outages on the inland waterways system that highlights the economic benefits associated with reliable inland waterways navigation. The study was conducted by the Center for Transportation Research at the University of Tennessee and the Vanderbilt Engineering Center for Transportation and Operational Resiliency at Vanderbilt University.

CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR PORTSThrough strategic partnerships and its members, Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals is proud to bring education, certification and training programs to our industry. We will discuss the inland port manager/inland port executive class, rail training, river school training and supply chain management opportunities. All are designed to enhance understanding, preparedness and safety in our industry.

SYSTEM RESILIENCY – PART 2 PRIVATE SECTORThe private sector traditionally plans for logistics risks in its operations. However, when major events occur outside of normally accepted risks, shippers and carriers must work to respond to support cargo travels where the demand exists. This session focuses on various shippers talking about how they respond to significant disruptions in both their sourcing and delivery systems.

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SUBCHAPTER M PANEL-PART 1Subchapter M presents a number of challenges to operators of inland towing vessels greater than 26 feet in length. While the industry is well prepared as a whole, there are a number of options for compliance and many unclear rules to navigate. The flexibility is both a challenge and an opportunity, but time has nearly run out. Most requirements in Parts 140-144 take effect July 20, 2018. This panel will allow the inland towing vessel operator an opportunity to identify a path towards compliance that meets its individual needs, make improvements to a current plan or get clarity and updates on specific parts of Subchapter M. This session will be moderated by Inland Marine Service. Part 1 will be a case study involving Inland Marine Service on their path towards compliance, followed by detailed presentations by TVIB, ABS and the U.S. Coast Guard.

FIRST AND LAST MILE: SHORTLINE RAILROAD AND TERMINAL CONNECTIONSShortline rail and terminal rail locations are critical components of freight supply chains. They provide cargo movement between ports, industrial properties and Class 1 railroads. These providers face unique infrastructure and safety challenges that must be addressed. This session will provide an opportunity to learn about the benefits provided by these freight connectors and how public and private entities can partner with them to enhance supply chain delivery for your region.

NATIONAL MARITIME DAY RECOGNITION AND CHALLENGES TO THE FUTURE OF RIVER TRANSPORTATIONGather to honor all mariners on United States National Maritime Day. Listen as stories unfold, learning more about the unique lifestyle of this noble profession and the sacrifices that mariners are often called to make. Along with their many contributions, learn how the waterways industry itself provides an invaluable service to shippers, consumers and the country as a whole. Challenges that have prevented the barge industry from reaching its potential will be discussed, and as time permits, possible solutions will be introduced.

EFFICIENCY GAINS IN BULK HANDLING CRANESThere are a wide array of bulk cargo unloading solutions along the waterways.This session will start in the boom days of the 1950s, 60s and 70s with continuous unloaders and port-style grab cranes, to the use of crawler lift cranes with clamshells and followed by the adaption of fixed-boom hydraulic excavators and other specialty machines. Typically, these machines were evaluated only on production capacity, but the mindset is now changing to using efficiency as an evaluation metric. Just as the

mile-per-gallon evaluation has changed the automotive industry, the energy cost for bulk handling is driving a change in ports and terminals. In this session, we will explore the evolution of unloading technology on the rivers, shine a line on the efficiency gains of modern solutions and predict how this trend will progress in the future.

SUBCHAPTER M PANEL-PART 2 WITH Q&APart 2 will be a continuation of the earlier discussion followed by a Q & A.

SITE SELECTIONInvestment in transportation related infrastructure can assist in retaining or attracting new businesses to a region. States and regions have limited transportation funding and must identify the best return on investment for these investments. This session considers the criteria used by site selectors when evaluating sites. What level of transportation investment is a pre-condition and what investment can wait for final selection? What transportation investments can attract developers to your sites? How do state and regional economic development professionals bring this all together to increase the attractiveness of sites?

HYPERLOOP AND THE ROAD TO TOMORROWThe Missouri Hyperloop Coalition, a public-private partnership of several civic organizations and the Missouri Department of Transportation, has taken the lead in coordinating a major engineering feasibility study of the Hyperloop technology, as well as the proposed route. The study will be conducted by Black & Veatch. Missouri is one of the “top 5, if not top 3” sites in the world under consideration for the first inter-city route.

THE HAZARDS OF ARC FLASH AND COMBUSTIBLE DUST – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWCombustible dust mitigation and ARC flash analysis are important safety issues that impact companies that transport or handle bulk materials. Besides being a safety issue, both topics have OSHA requirements that must be met. This technical presentation will provide practical guidance for companies to ensure compliance and prevent workplace injuries.

CREWING YOUR INLAND RIVER VESSEL: BEST PRACTICES AND NEW DEVELOPMENTSThe industry is facing significant recruitment and regulatory challenges. This session will address specific challenges and strategies surrounding

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four specific topics affecting inland mariners. Panelists will discuss recruiting, employment and background checks; training and documentation of training required under Subchapter M; and licensing challenges. There will be four 10-12-minute presentations on each subject, followed by a Q & A.

SHIPYARD GRANTS-OPPORTUNITIES AND PROCEDURESFederal programs run by the U.S. Maritime Administration and U.S. Department of Labor can provide both funding and technical assistance to help shipyard operators meet future capital and workforce needs, including new equipment purchases. Hear the latest from former U.S. Maritime Administrator Matsuda on his current initiatives to sustain these important programs and how inland waterway maritime employers can take advantage of them.

MISSOURI DOT ROIAs state revenues decrease, public and elected officials are looking for what investments can generate a return on investment. The Missouri Department of Transportation commissioned an analysis to answer that question for state funds invested in the public port system. This session will present the findings of this report and how Missouri is using the findings to support budget decisions.

AIDS TO NAVIGATION AND CHANNEL MAINTENANCE – U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS AND U.S. COAST GUARDField trip to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Service Base in St. Louis. Learn about river dredging management and tour U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Army Corps of Engineer vessels. This tour will provide an educational opportunity and allow attendees a behind-the-scenes look at some of the Corps’ and Coast Guard’s day-to-day operations and missions. Due to the infrastructure, not all parts of the tour are ADA accessible. Session limited to 80 registrants.

WORKING BREAKFAST - ITTS: FHWA/MARAD FEDERAL ROLE IN SUPPORTING FREIGHTThe Federal Highway Administration and the Maritime Administration will discuss their respective programs that assist in promoting investment in freight-related facilities.Available to the first 80 registrants.

AVOIDING LEGAL EXPOSURE AND LIABILITY THAT FOLLOWS A DISASTER, WHICH INCLUDES... – What legal obligations are imposed to avoid liability for hurricanes, high water, ice and earthquakes? – What about the rules and regulations of the USCG?– What are my defenses to liability claims?– What company documentation mustI prepare in support of my defenses?– “Force Majeure” and “Act of God”—are these legal and valid defenses? When?

ST. LOUIS – A LEADER IN AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION AND DISTRIBUTION St. Louis has become an agricultural capital of the world. The region is home to world-class research institutions and leaders in the agriculture and bioscience industries. new investment has attracted more businesses, experts and start-ups to the area. Here in the breadbasket of the nation, the St. Louis region also enjoys the highest level of grain barge handling capacity anywhere along the Mississippi River, and with more than $200 million in infrastructure investment, this Ag Coast of America is positioned to meet the growing demand for regional trade and agricultural exports. Learn from our panel of experts about what these assets mean for the future of the agriculture and bioscience industries, and the potential impact they can deliver to the region, the nation and the entire international marketplace.

ELECTRIC PROPULSIONDiesel electric propulsion on the inland rivers is coming. With increased regulations from the EPA and tightening of revenue, diesel electric propulsion offers a valuable option that should be considered as part of the entire engineering design process for a new inland towboat. Benefits extend beyond just fuel cost savings by also providing for improvement in maintenance schedules and increased operational safety for towboats.

DREDGING OUR CHANNELS AND HARBORSDredging keeps commerce flowing on the Mississippi River, which is constantly shoaling. Dredging at an even smaller scale is also necessary at many ports, terminals and other waterfront operations. Learn about some of the equipment used to dredge along the Mississippi River and highlights of important dredging projects for river navigation.

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CONTAINER ON BARGEContainer-on-barge service has long been touted as the next big transition on the inland waterways. Several COB services have been initiated in recent years with varying success. This panel will highlight successful elements of recent efforts and discuss proposals for a service using different vessels and business models.

TRAINFO – USING REAL-TIME TRAIN DATA TO REDUCE CONGESTION, AVOID DELAYS AND KEEP VEHICLES MOVINGThe U.S. relies on trucking to move more than 70 percent of the nation’s freight volume. However, the intersection of our roads and rail crossings, particularly in manufacturing and industrial areas, can create roadblocks leading to missed deliveries, lost productivity and increased costs. TRAINFO uses innovative technologies to predict potential travel delays caused by railroad crossing blockages and advanced information systems to help truck drivers, commuters and emergency responders avoid these delays. Hear from the president and CEO of TRAINFO to get an overview of its system and find out how it works to keep freight moving in America.

UPDATE ON THE U.S. ECONOMYThis session provides a macro overview of the U.S. economy, focusing on broad trends in employment, manufacturing and exports.

COMMODITY AND SHIPPER TRENDSWhile the inland barge fleet has been plagued by an abundant fleet, there remains steady demand for service across many sectors. This panel will bring forth a view of what is moving, what is not (including Informa Economics view on commodity movements from the Barge Commodity Profile report), and what the system means to shipper who will be on the panel.

AUTONOMOUS TRUCKSThe recent rapid advancements in technology surrounding the use and accommodation of autonomous vehicles will require state and local officials to respond with infrastructure improvements and enhancements and innovative technologies. As more autonomous vehicles are introduced, all parties will have to coordinate to ensure delivery of the anticipated safety and efficiency benefits.

TRUCK PARKINGTruck parking needs are an ever-changing dynamic. Drivers balance the constraints of shipping and delivery schedules, available safe parking, and hours of service limitations. Both the public and private sector are working to provide safe, efficient truck parking spaces that increase efficiency of freight delivery and reduce congestion. This panel will discuss the complexity of truck parking and provide examples of public and private solutions.

STATE OF THE BARGE INDUSTRYThe inland barge industry has endured a period of low freight rates in the midst of a large fleet. Several carriers have merged or been acquired, changing the landscape across the system. This panel will discuss the fleet dynamics including retirements and new builds (including Informa Economics view on the barge fleets from Barge Fleet Profile report) for barges and towboats, and freight rates. The panel will include great interaction with senior leadership from the inland barge operators.

RIVERBOAT TOUR OF ST. LOUIS REGION’S FREIGHT ASSETS AND OPPORTUNITIESA riverboat tour on the Mississippi River will highlight key freight assets and opportunities that position the St. Louis region as a global freight and logistics hub. This curated tour will provide an up-close look at critical elements of the region’s multimodal freight network, including roads and bridges; rail and barge facilities; multimodal freight transfer services; and the ports and infrastructure that have made this section of the Mississippi River the Ag Coast of America. A breakfast buffet onboard the riverboat is included in the tour. Cost: $35/person (tour is limited to 125 attendees); Location: Downtown St. Louis Riverfront.

2018 ANNUAL FREIGHT SUMMIT LUNCHEON – ST. LOUIS REGIONAL FREIGHTWAYJoin business leaders, real estate and freight industry experts, and elected officials from throughout the bi-state area at The Freightway’s 2018 Freight Summit and learn the latest news and developments about the region’s freight and logistics initiatives. Attendees will receive updates on major infrastructure projects impacting the region’s multimodal freight network, new information and opportunities on inland waterway freight movement, and key objectives on the table for 2018 (separate registration required.) Cost: $65/person; Location: Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel, Landmark Ballroom.

Thursday, May 24

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EXHIBITOR ............................ BOOTH #

A2O Marine Supply ........................................... 514

ABB ................................................................. 823

ABS Nautical Systems ..................................... 1018

AEGIR-Marine Americas LLC .............................. 711

AEP Sales, LLC ................................................. 341

Affton Radiator .................................................. 541

Alphatron Marine USA, Inc. ................................ 307

American Chemical Technologies, Inc. ................ 128

American Turbocharger Technologies ............... 1038

American Vulkan Corporation ............................. 132

Anvil Attachments ............................................. 200

Apex Engineering Products Corp. ....................... 753

Archway Marine Lighting ................................... 516

Armstrong Marine USA Inc. ................................ 443

Ascom / International Boat lift Exchange, Inc. ...... 806

Astec Bulk Handling Solutions ............................ 600

BAE Systems .................................................... 235

Belzona/Rumford Industrial Group ...................... 623

BENCO Industrial Equipment .............................. 811

Big River Shipbuilders, Inc. ................................ 830

Boats & Harbors ................................................ 624

Boksa Marine Design, Inc. ................................. 520

Bollinger Shipyards ......................................... 1129

Britmar Marine Ltd. ........................................... 756

Carboline Company ........................................... 318

CDG Engineers ............................................... 1149

Centa Corporation ............................................. 715

Christie & Grey Inc. ........................................... 719

CK Power ......................................................... 411

Climate Technical Gear ...................................... 740

Clorius Controls ................................................ 852

Coastal Electrical Supply, LLC ............................ 746

Coating Systems and Supply, LLC ...................... 551

ComMar Sales, LLC .......................................... 400

Consilium Marine US ....................................... 1036

EXHIBITOR ............................ BOOTH #

Controlled Water Systems, Inc. ......................... 1140

CTEH (Center for Toxicology & Environmental Health, LLC) ......................... 436

Cummins .......................................................... 223

Custom Compounders ....................................... 213

Cutco Cutlery .................................................... 130

Cygnus Instruments Inc. .................................... 448

DataTronics ...................................................... 828

Datrex, inc. ....................................................... 619

Dellner Brakes ................................................ 1024

Dickson Marine Supply ...................................... 329

Dometic Corporation ......................................... 424

Donaldson Company, Inc. .................................. 650

Donovan Marine, Inc. ...........................628, 629,735

Driveline Service of Portland, Inc. ....................... 247

Duramax Marine ............................................... 313

E-Crane International USA ................................. 824

E-LED Lighting, Inc. ........................................... 741

Eagle Control Systems ....................................... 547

Effer Distributed by Altec ................................... 542

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. ......................... 607

EMD Power Products ........................................ 149

EMI .................................................................. 613

Engines, Inc. ..................................................... 428

Environmental Restoration, LLC .......................... 543

ERL Commercial Marine .................................... 837

F&M MAFCO .................................................... 729

Fabick CAT ....................................................... 117

Fastenal ........................................................... 328

Fireboy-Xintex ................................................. 1019

Firetrol Protection Systems ................................ 733

First Line Fire Extinguisher Co. ......................... 1141

Foertsch Group ................................................. 818

Furuno USA, Inc. ............................................... 538

GEMS Sensors & Controls ................................. 349

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Glendinning Products, LLC ................................. 347

Global Data Systems ......................................... 822

GPLink LLC....................................................... 440

Great Lakes Power ............................................ 449

Greenfield Products LLC .................................... 336

GSI................................................................... 721

Haley Marine Gears, Inc. .................................... 919

Heartland Barge ................................................ 509

Helm Operations ............................................... 523

Henry A. Petter Supply Co. ................................. 340

Howell Tractor and Equipment ............................ 334

Humco Marine Products .................................... 415

Hyster Company ............................................... 939

Hyundai ............................................................ 811

IDC Engineering ................................................ 546

IEM Marine ....................................................... 747

Imtra Corporation .............................................. 722

Ingram Sheet Metal, Inc. .................................... 812

Inland Logistics & Maritime Institute ................. 1041

Inland Rivers HR ............................................. 1133

Innovative Marine Safety, Inc. ............................. 618

International Dredging Review .......................... 1145

International Paint LLC ...................................... 300

Invertek Drives .................................................. 647

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. ................................ 335

Jim-Buoy ........................................................ 1051

Karl Senner, LLC ............................................... 135

Kent Safety ....................................................... 621

Koden Marine Electronics .................................. 707

Kohler Power Systems ....................................... 407

KVH ................................................................. 400

Laborde Products, Inc. ....................................... 136

Law Valve of Texas ............................................ 837

LeBlanc & Associates, LLC .............................. 1122

Liquid Services ................................................. 526

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Living Lands & Waters ....................................... 511

Llebroc Industries ............................................. 425

Lokring Midwest ............................................... 640

Louisiana CAT ................................................... 120

Lubriplate Lubricants ......................................... 530

Lufkin Industries, LLC ........................................ 854

MacTech On-Site .............................................. 531

Mainstream Commercial Divers, Inc. .................. 515

Majestic Glove .................................................. 723

Mantsinen Group .............................................. 532

Maradyne/Pow-R-Quik ...................................... 915

Marine Builders Inc. .......................................... 757

Marine Compliance LLC .................................... 442

Marine Industries Corporation ............................ 755

Marine Solutions, Inc. ........................................ 622

Marine Systems, Inc. ......................................... 149

Martin Energy Services ...................................... 927

Massman Construction Co. ................................ 725

Master Marine, Inc. ........................................... 245

Maxim Silencers ............................................... 555

McDermott Light & Signal .................................. 431

Metals USA ....................................................... 718

Midwest Foundation .......................................... 536

Mike’s Inc. ........................................................ 911

Millner-Haufen Tool Co. ..................................... 249

Mobile Power .................................................... 422

MobileOps, Inc. ............................................... 1032

Modern Engineered Products Inc. ....................... 953

Mohawk Machinery Inc. ..................................... 513

MTU ................................................................. 219

NABRICO .......................................................... 322

National Speciality Alloys, Inc. ............................ 444

Nautican Research & Development Ltd. .............. 241

Nauticomp Inc. .................................................. 140

Newt Marine Service ......................................... 642

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Northern Lights, Inc. .......................................... 423

Northern Safety & Industrial ............................... 421

NRE Power Systems .......................................... 141

OceanManager Inc. ........................................... 524

On Site Alignment ............................................. 138

Paducah Rigging ............................................... 519

Palmer Johnson Power Systems ........................ 346

Pierce Pacific .................................................... 507

PPG Protective & Marine Coatings ...................... 144

Quality Maritime Training .................................. 435

Quality Turbocharger ......................................... 917

Quest Equipment .............................................. 937

R.W. Fernstrum & Company ............................... 320

RECO Equipment, Inc. ....................................... 134

RGF Materials Company .................................... 344

RGM ................................................................ 433

Rice Nozzles ..................................................... 941

River Diving & Salvage, Inc. ............................... 840

Rose Point Navigation Systems .......................... 529

Sabine Surveyors, Ltd. ....................................... 606

SCF Marine ...................................................... 213

Schoellhorn-Albrecht Machine Co., Inc. ............ 1123

Schottel, Inc. ................................................... 1025

Schuyler Companies ....................................... 1032

Sea Horse Systems, LLC.................................... 204

Selco USA, Inc. ................................................. 325

SENNEBOGEN, LLC ........................................... 319

Separator Spares & Equipment LLC ................. 1122

Sherwin Williams .............................................. 817

Ship Architects, Inc. ........................................... 610

Ships Machinery International ............................ 537

Signal Mate ...................................................... 445

Simplex Americas LLC ....................................... 933

Simrad-Navico .................................................. 500

Sinex Solutions ................................................. 323

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Solberg Crankcase Ventilation Systems .............. 434

Sound Propeller Services, Inc. ............................ 548

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) ......................... 349

STEP Marine .................................................. 1022

Superior Diesel, Inc. .......................................... 418

Superior Industries ............................................ 345

Superior Lidgerwood Mundy .............................. 923

Superior Marine, Inc. ......................................... 612

Team Services, LLC ........................................... 925

Teufelberger Fiber Rope Corporation .................. 302

The Hiller Companies ........................................ 643

The Shearer Group, Inc. ................................... 1040

The Waterways Journal, Inc. .............................. 831

Thordon Bearings Inc. ..................................... 1135

Thrustmaster of Texas, Inc. ................................ 126

Tiemann Industrial Supply, Inc. ........................... 446

Timco Industries ............................................... 437

Towing Vessel Inspection Bureau (TVIB) .............. 846

TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC ............................. 720

Tradesmen International .................................... 439

UMC Products .................................................. 506

Unlimited Control & Supply Inc. .......................... 746

VAA, LLC .......................................................... 645

Vector Technologies Ltd. .................................... 508

Veth Propulsion ................................................. 522

Victaulic ........................................................... 625

W&O Supply ..................................................... 613

WearGuard ....................................................... 759

Wiggins-XL Lifts, Inc. ......................................... 810

Wintech Winches .............................................. 129

Wooster Hydrostatics Inc. .................................. 653

Workboat ........................................................ 1137

Yager Marine Industries ..................................... 641

ZF Marine Propulsion Systems ........................... 834

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Please make your reservation directly with the hotel(s) by calling and asking for the Inland Marine Expo room block or by visiting www.inlandmarineexpo.com/hotel-travel and reserving online.

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EMBASSY SUITES ST. LOUIS – DOWNTOWN314-269-5900 | 610 N 7th St, St. Louis, MO 63101(Adjacent to America’s Center Convention Complex)

The hotel offers 212 two-room suites with a wet bar, mini-refrigerator and microwave, plus televisions in both the bedroom and living room. Other hotel amenities include a business center, indoor pool and whirlpool, fitness center, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening reception, and atrium restaurant and lounge.

MARRIOTT ST. LOUIS GRAND314-621-9600 | 800 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63101 (Adjacent to America’s Center Convention Complex)

This hotel finalized renovations in July 2015, including an overhaul on all 917 guest rooms and the lobby, which was reconstructed to centralize around the new “Marriott Greatroom” and the addition of more meeting space. Its location on Washington Avenue is unsurpassed. The historic property, paired with blocks and blocks of character, boasts amazing architecture, unique specific-to-St. Louis eateries, boutique shopping, creative nightlife/entertainment and a cozy atmosphere.

DRURY INN & SUITES ST. LOUIS CONVENTION CENTER314-231-8100 | 711 North Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102(Adjacent to America’s Center Convention Complex)

Drury Hotels carefully renovated the Union Market building in 1990, adding two additional stories for guest rooms. Built in 1925, original features were preserved in the hotel lobby and mezzanine meeting level. Only blocks from the Convention Center, the Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Convention Center is walkable from downtown attractions and Washington Avenue entertainment.

COURTYARD ST. LOUIS DOWNTOWN/CONVENTION CENTER314-269-5900 | 827 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63101(Adjacent to America’s Center Convention Complex)

Reflecting the vibrant character of the city, Courtyard St. Louis Downtown/Convention Center features a blend of contemporary style and historic touches. Located adjacent to America’s Center and Dome, our hotel places you within steps of endless shops, restaurants and entertainment. When you step into our rooms after a day of meetings or memory making, kick back with many modern comforts.

HOLIDAY INN ST. LOUIS – DOWNTOWN CONVENTION CENTER314-421-4000 | 811 N 9th St, St. Louis, MO 63101(Adjacent to America’s Center Convention Complex)

The Holiday Inn Hotel in Downtown St. Louis is located in the heart of downtown Saint Louis, next to America’s Center and Dome, one block from St. Louis’ newest expansion area “Washington Avenue.” It features unique dining, shopping boutiques and entertainment, and only nine blocks from Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals and the new Ballpark Village!

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FreightWeek STL is a four day confluence of industry leaders and influencers, to share ideas and collabora-tively promote the forward movement of America’s freight industry.

St. Louis Regional Freightway, Inland Marine Expo (IMX), and the Institute for Trade and Transportation Studies (ITTS) have partnered to develop an array of technical sessions concentrating on all facets of the freight industry.

All freight industry leaders are invited to join us May 21-24, 2018, on the banks of the Mississippi River—site of the region’s nationally significant multimodal freight assets and the Ag Coast of America barge transfer capabili-ties. FreightWeek STL events will be held at America’s Center and the Marriott St. Louis Grand.

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INLAND MARINE EXPO (IMX) + FREIGHTWEEK STLRegistration Fee Includes:

• Full Access to the Inland Marine Expo Tradeshow Floor

• All Education Sessions (except where indicated)

• Welcome Reception on Monday, May 21

• Party hosted by Living Lands and Waters on Tuesday, May 22

• Lunch on both Tuesday and Wednesday

• IMX fifth Anniversary Bash hosted by The Waterways Journal on Wednesday, May 23

REGISTRATION TYPE BY MARCH 14 BY APRIL 20 AFTER APRIL 20

Attendee/Buyer $95 $145 $195

Non-Exhibiting Supplier $245 $295 $345

Additional IMX Exhibitor Badge $245 $295 $345

St. Louis Regional Freightway Summit Luncheon Add-On

$65 $65 $65

Riverboat Tour of St. Louis Region’s Freight Assets and Opportunities Add-On

$35 $35 $35

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— PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL JEN HOEFERLIN WITH QUESTIONS —JHOEFERLIN@WJINC.NET

314.446.4905

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DON’T MISS OUT ON THE 5TH ANNUAL INLAND MARINE EXPO, MAY 21-24 IN ST. LOUIS, MO.