Posts By: Tomas Alvizo

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 »

A letter from our CEO, Tom Gattle

Click here for the letter from our CEO, Tom Gattle. With the First Quarter of 2024 behind us, we want to thank each of you who has been a part of it. We appreciate the work each of you do for Terral RiverService.

Welcome Coleman Drane, Safety Inspector, Services Division

Terral RiverService would like to welcome our new Safety Inspector for the Services Division. Coleman comes to us with 13 years of experience and COSH certified. He is originally from Slaughter, LA and now resides in Sterlington, LA. He worked in law enforcement for five years as a sheriff and marshal before switching to safety…. Read more »

Terral River Service is eager to introduce our new Human Resources and Benefits Coordinator, Molly Crawford!

Molly is coming to us with a wealth of experience in Human Resources, including benefits management, recruitment, and employee engagement. For over 15 years Molly has fostered professional relationships starting with the USDA where she worked with Alabama farmers. Most recently, she has worked within the healthcare industry supporting nurses, who are the beating heart… Read more »

Congratulations Steersman Class of 2024

Congratulations to our Steersman Class of 2024! We are excited to see what the future holds for these guys with #Teamterral! We are proud of each and everyone one of them!

A letter from our CEO, Tom Gattle

Tom Gattle

Click here for the letter from our CEO, Tom Gattle. With 2023 ending, we are grateful to every employee who made this year possible. We are excited to see what 2024 holds for us and are optimistic we will achieve our goals again. Thank you all.