Barge

A barge, also known as a barge, is a flat-bottomed boat or type of ship that is mainly used in inland navigation. Barges are often used for the transportation of goods on rivers, canals and coastal waters.

Barges are manufactured in various sizes and configurations to handle different cargo tasks. They can be shallow and wide to carry large amounts of cargo, or slimmer and deeper to navigate narrow waterways.

The use of barges is diverse. They are often used for the transportation of bulk goods such as coal, grain, building materials and bulk cargo. In addition, barges are also used for the transportation of containers, vehicles and other types of cargo.

Barges are an important part of shipping and logistics as they offer a cost-effective and environmentally friendly transportation solution. They can carry large volumes of cargo and are often part of multimodal transportation chains where they are combined with other modes of transport such as rail and truck.

The flexibility and versatility of barges make them a popular choice for transporting goods on inland waterways worldwide. They play a crucial role in supplying ports, industrial facilities and communities along river and canal networks.