Higher functioning and more reliable supply chains at a lower cost.

Based in Baton Rouge, LA, Intracoastal Barge Transportation is a unique operation which supplies dray and barge services along the Port of Houston-to-Baton Rouge/New Orleans service lane.

We provide container-to-barge operations for Louisiana-based businesses and importers, offering the financial and service benefits of international shipping in Houston and loading in Louisiana, such as:

  • Decreased freight cost per pound

  • Decreased ISO tank fleet size

  • No demurrage fees

  • Decreased ocean freight rates

  • Increased ocean carrier reliability

  • Better transit times

  • Containers loaded to max weights

  • Dedicated barges for reliable service

Specializing in ISO tanks and providing services to the chemical industry, IBT accepts most Dangerous Goods. However, we can also accept general purpose containers and non-hazardous cargo.