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Bouchard is a total service oil barging company. We are the only barge company in New York State with 24-hour office service, year round. Since our incorporation in 1918, progressive thinking and a strong commitment to service has fostered Bouchard's continued growth and greater recognition. Today, we stand firm by our founding father's original philosophy that, in order to best serve our customers, we must stay abreast of the times and industry's changing needs. While increased regulations and modern technological advances within our industry have affected change among our competitors, Bouchard remains ahead, both in its application of these advancements, and its greater commitment to the petroleum industry. Our fleet is faster, larger and better equipped than ever before. We've upgraded our barges with hot oil systems to maintain the loaded temperature of the cargo through voyage and discharge time. This new heating system greatly reduces downtime and product loss while increasing efficiency. We've overcome the obstacles by applying sound fiscal judgment and foresight. When towing costs became too great, we built our own tugs, which provided our customers with a more cost-effective service. After World War II, when the nation began the transition from coal to oil, our company too made the change. Now, as the energy industry goes through a period of even greater change, Bouchard continues to look toward the future with progress and adaptation in mind. Through the years, however, two things will always remain constant-our commitment to our customers, and a strong corporate identity founded on a legacy of barging experience and a fervent family pride.