Message From The Barge People
In 1945, our founder Mr. Bernard P. McDonough recognized a need for marine transportation to support the
construction company that he operated in the southern United States. Barge leasing, a sideline business of that
construction company, has evolved into the full-service marine transportation company that is McDonough Marine
Service today.

Mr. McDonough’s entrepreneurial spirit, personal integrity, very high ethical standards and use of sound business
principles serve as the foundation of our company. His ability to recruit talented people capable of developing into
what are known today as “The Barge People” is a large part of the success and growth our company has enjoyed.

We have long recognized that our commitment to a high standard of customer satisfaction and service is what
separates us from other marine transportation companies. We are very fortunate to have knowledgeable, dedicated,
talented employees who are truly interested in providing the best equipment and the best service to our customers.

As our Health, Safety and Environmental Policy and Mission Policy reflect, we will incorporate safe, practical
principles in our business relationships with our employees, our customers and our vendors.

We hope you will find our company website to be a useful tool in the pursuit of your own
company goals.

The Barge People