Kirby (NYSE:KEX), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a leading domestic tank barge operator and diesel engine distributor in the United States. Since its founding in 1921, the company has built one of the nation’s largest inland tank barge fleets, providing safe and reliable transportation of various liquid cargoes, including petrochemicals, agricultural chemicals, black oil, refined petroleum products and liquefied gases. Its Marine Transportation segment offers towboat and tank barge services along the inland waterways of the Mississippi River system, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, coastal regions of the Gulf of Mexico and select offshore locations.
In addition to its core marine transportation business, Kirby’s Distribution and Services segment supplies a broad range of new and remanufactured diesel engines, transmissions, pumps, compressors and accessories, along with parts support and maintenance services. Through an extensive network of service centers and regional distribution hubs, the company supports customers in the oil and gas, construction, power generation, agriculture, marine and government sectors, offering both standard and custom-engineered solutions.
Kirby’s fleet includes Jones Act-compliant tank barges and towboats designed for safe handling of non-hazardous and hazardous liquid products. The Distribution and Services segment represents leading engine manufacturers, providing original equipment, aftermarket components, diagnostic services and field support. By integrating logistics, maintenance and supply chain expertise, Kirby delivers turnkey solutions that help customers optimize uptime, reduce operating costs and comply with evolving environmental regulations.
Over its century-long history, Kirby has grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, evolving from a regional towing operation into a diversified transportation and distribution enterprise. The company’s leadership team is headed by President and Chief Executive Officer David H. Grzebinski, with Joseph H. Pyne serving as Executive Chairman of the Board. Kirby continues to focus on safety, environmental stewardship and operational excellence as it serves customers across the continental United States, the Gulf Coast, Caribbean and parts of Mexico.
