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OpenTug is the first ever modern logistics platform connecting Shippers and Operators in a single integrated booking platform. Explore the OpenTug Marketplace or learn more about Custom-branded OpenTug!

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How It Works

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Who OpenTug Serves…

Connecting Shippers to Tows, Barges, Transloads and Terminals

Shippers

For the first time ever, shippers gain convenient access to waterway transportation through our digital booking platform for inland marine logistics.

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Barge Operators

Managing loads from request to delivery is simple with in-app quoting, messaging, and order tracking. Fill backhauls, increase visibility, and boost sales with OpenTug for Barge Operators!

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Terminals

With tens of thousands of loading facilities within the US, it can be hard to let your strengths as a Terminal shine through. OpenTug’s platform provides Ports and Terminals with digital tools to improve visibility and market their facilities, to handle more cargo!

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Our Solutions

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OpenTug Marketplace

OpenTug Marketplace is our native platform for connecting shippers with barges, terminals, and storage facilities. The OpenTug tools allow for easy coordination with our seamless workflow for handling bookings from request to delivery. 
Book barges and terminals
Filter for access, capacity, and commodities
Browse service lanes and terminals
Request changes and edits
Track shipments and delays
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Custom-branded OpenTug

Our integrated booking platform is now available for companies looking to improve process workflows, book more shippers, and increase efficiency. Custom-branded OpenTug offers the same branded platform as our native marketplace available on your customer facing website or platforms.
Easy CRM and API integrations
Branded customer portals
Notifications, live chat, and service tracking
Billing management and digital payment
Reporting and customer dashboards
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Why OpenTug?

There are so many benefits to digitized inland waterway booking.

Cost-effectiveness

Inland marine transportation is cheaper than other traditional modes such as rail or trucking because of the minimal use of fuel.

Improved Efficiency

The OpenTug tools and workflows allow sales and customer service teams to improve operational efficiency, reduce errors, and win more shippers. 

Environmentally friendly

Moving goods over the water is not only the cheapest form of transport, but also the most environmentally conscious.

Choose Inland Shipping
1. Post a Request (it’s free!)
Choose from an existing sailing between two destinations, or request a custom quote that is immediately sent to any of our 75+ barge operators that could service your load.
2. Get Matched to Transportation, Terminals and Storage
Review quotes for barge and towing service, while finding the perfect load, unload, and storage facilities for your shipment. OpenTug will automatically match your request to over 15,000 locations in the US.
3. Manage your Shipment
After you’ve found the perfect provider, confirm the final details before signing documentation to lock in your service.  Contracts are between you and the Provider, not OpenTug, so you’re always welcome to communicate directly as needed.

What our clients say

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Leo Benderson Linchin

CEO, GeoBoost LTD
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Esther Howard

CEO, logi LTD
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Howard Fidelstain

CEO, LimPack LTD

"My shipment was picked up and delivered with excellent service! Needless to say I am extremely satisfied with the results. Will definitely use this service again."

“The fantastic team at Logi 128 freight have helped us out no end. I have saddled them with some impossible tasks and they have worked nice at anything we have thrown at them.”

"Operations deal with the way the vehicles are operated, and the procedures set for this purpose, and policies."

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Ship Project Cargo across the waterways with OpenTug.

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Check out the Grain

Grain and other bulk goods are being shipped across the U.S.

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Check out the Breakbulk

Ship Breakbulk across waterways with OpenTug.

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Check out the Heavy Equipment

Heavy equipment is being shipped across the U.S.

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Check out the Oil & Gas

Ship Oil and Gas across the waterways with OpenTug.

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Check out the Coal

Coal is being shipped across the U.S

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We Are Passionate About Supercharging Marine Logistics

As the first digital booking platform connecting shippers, barge operators, and terminals, we are propelling logistics into the future. Our mission is simple yet transformative: to supercharge the world of inland waterway transportation by enhancing visibility, efficiency, and connectivity.

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Moving Marine Logistics Forward with OpenTug

OpenTug delivers the visibility and connectivity needed by shippers to fully utilize inland and coastal shipping through barge transport.

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Why shouldn’t marine booking be digitized? The world deserves efficient and accessible logistics.

See a demo of our platform and learn how our customers are maximizing their booking operations, attracting more shippers, and delighting current customers.

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