Southern Towing Company Information

Southern Towing Company, headquartered in Memphis, TN is one of the nation's largest transporters of fertilizer and other products along the nation's inland waterways. For over 50 years, we have operated the largest fleet of anhydrous ammonia barges in the United States. Our customer base is diverse and includes clients responsible for providing key products up and down the Mississippi rivers systems to end markets such as farming, coal and aggregates. We set high standards for our equipment and more importantly, for our crews and shore side staff to ensure safe and timely transportation service. Our Culture and Focus on Safety Since the beginning, we have made it our goal to create an employee and customer first culture. Our key focus in our operational philosophy is to ensure that we foster a safe environment where employees can thrive and customers can be assured of top-notch service in all facets of marine transportation. Southern Towing Company demonstrates its commitment to safety and quality service through audited compliance of its safety programs, and participation in the Coast Guard Towing Safety Advisory Committee, Chemical Transportation Advisory Committee, Lower Mississippi River Waterways Safety Advisory Committee, and National Fire Protection Association technical committees. We have a ZERO Tolerance Policy - No Alcohol or Illegal Drugs – and our focus on safety has resulted in multiple Ship Safety Achievement Citation of Merits. Our specialties include: - River towing. We operate all over the inland waterway system, and provide services for a number of different commodities. - Fertilizer expertise. We operate the largest fleet of anhydrous ammonia barges and 50 tank barges dedicated to UAN. - Diverse experience. We offer towing services for a variety of cargoes, including coal, grain aggregate, and specialty chemicals.