Posts By: Tomas Alvizo

Featured Employee | Toby Stanley

This week, we’re proud to recognize Toby Stanley as a top employee at Terral RiverService. Toby has been with the company since February 17, 2020, and currently serves as our Director of Treasury in the Administration Office. He plays a key role in our accounting division and has been instrumental in helping establish operations at… Read more »

Terral RiverServices Vicksburg Shipyard Acquires Big River Shipbuilding

We would like to thank the Waterways Journal for writing this article. Terral RiverService is excited for this new venture. If you would like to read the full article or check out the Waterways Journal, click the link below. Terral RiverService’s Vicksburg Shipyard Acquires Big River Shipbuilding “”Vicksburg Shipyard LLC, a subsidiary of Terral RiverService,… Read more »

Featured Employee | Sarah Calhoun

Congratulations to Sarah for being our featured employee! She has been an outstanding member of the Terral RiverService team, demonstrating dedication, competence, and extensive knowledge as a manager at our Vidalia location. The Terral companies have had the privilege of working with Sarah’s family for over 50 years, and we are proud to have her… Read more »

Featured Employee | Daniel Luckett

Terral River Service is thrilled to spotlight Daniel Luckett as this month’s Featured Employee! Daniel began his career with Terral as an entry-level deckhand on the MV Anna Maria. Through his dedication, hard work, and commitment, he quickly earned the opportunity to advance to the MV Mary E. Gattle. Daniel has shown great leadership and… Read more »

Congratulations Allison!

Terral RiverService is thrilled to congratulate Allison Branner on her election as President of the Texas Waterways Operators Association (TWOA). This prestigious position marks a significant achievement in Allison’s career and underscores her exceptional leadership within the Maritime industry. As President of the TWOA, Allison will serve as the voice of the Maritime industry to… Read more »

Featured Employee | Ezekiel Johnson

Terral and Captain Jeffrey Spice would like to take a moment to recognize one of our exceptional deckhands, Ezekiel Johnson. When Ezekiel joined Terral, he had limited experience, but his dedication to learning and growth has been evident from the start. Captain Jeff of the M/V Michelle Elise shared, “You’ve risen to the occasion, embraced… Read more »

Featured Employee | Jimmy Gunter

Terral RiverService is proud to recognize our longest-tenured employee, Jimmy Gunter. Jimmy started working for Terral Barge Line in 1985 before merging into Terral RiverService in 1992. At that time, Terral had fifteen employees, one aggregate yard, and two vessels. He began his career as an operator working at the Lake Providence yard but then… Read more »

A letter from our CEO, Tom Gattle

CEO Tom Gattle headshot

Click here to view letter from our CEO, Tom Gattle. We have reached the midpoint of 2024. We want to thank each of you who has been a part of it. We appreciate the work each of you do for Terral River Service. Read his letter in the full context addressing growth, safety, and maintaining… Read more »

Congratulations Allison and Josh!

Congratulations to our team members Allison Branner, Compliance/Safety Manager, and Josh Knichel, Vice President of Business Development, on winning 1st place in Business Women in Petroleum Clay Shooting. Way to go!

Featured Employee | Michael McCroskey

We would like to recognize Michael McCroskey as our featured employee. He is part of our team in our Memphis, TN yard, as an equipment operator. He initially joined Terral as a Deckhand but, within six months, was promoted to an Operator. Mike is also a retired veteran who served in the 1st Battalion 501… Read more »

Congratulations Ryan and Colin!

Terral RiverService would like to congratulate Ryan Smith, Senior Account, and Colin Standish, Accountant, on each being with the company for one year. We are excited to have both of these two on our team and look forward to seeing what they accomplish here! We are proud to have both of these guys on #Teamterral! 

Welcome Craig Rogers, Scheduler / Analyst

Craig Rogers has spent the better part of his life navigating the maritime industry, dedicating 35 years to vessel scheduling and fleet management. Born with saltwater in his veins Craig’s journey through the maritime world has been marked by dedication, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Beyond the bustling world of maritime logistics, Craig’s personal life is equally… Read more »