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Kirby
AddedMar 19, 2024
UpdatedJul 4, 2026
Kirby

Kirby

Public

Leading US tank barge operator transporting bulk liquid products nationwide.

HQ
Houston, TX, US
Founded
1969
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Kirby Corporation is a leading marine transportation company specializing in the movement of bulk liquid products throughout the United States. The company operates a fleet of tank barges and towing vessels, providing essential services for the transportation of petrochemicals, refined petroleum products, black oil, and agricultural chemicals along the nation's inland and coastal waterways.

As a key player in the marine transportation industry, Kirby has established a reputation for safety, reliability, and environmental stewardship. The company's extensive network and modern fleet enable it to serve major industrial and commercial customers, playing a crucial role in the supply chain for various industries across America.

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Kirby - Quick Facts

Who are Kirby's competitors?

Companies similar to Kirby include Jet Marine, Evergreen Marine, Crowley and BBI Logistics.

When was Kirby founded?

Kirby was founded in 1969.

Where is Kirby's headquarters located?

Kirby's headquarters is located in Houston, TX, US.

How many employees does Kirby have?

Kirby has 5,200 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Kirby - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Recurring
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Logistics
  • Transportation
Tags
  • Freight Tech
Unique IDs
  • secCik: 0000056047
  • ticker: KEX
NAICS
  • 335200Household Appliance Manufacturing
  • 335220Major Household Appliance Manufacturing
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541600Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
  • 541610Management Consulting Services
  • 541614Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
SIC
  • 3630Household Appliances
  • 4400Water Transportation
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
ISIC
  • 2750Manufacture of domestic appliances
Show 12 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 335210Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing
  • 485100Urban Transit Systems
  • 480000Transportation and Warehousing
  • 485000Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
  • 485110Urban Transit Systems
SIC
  • 3635Household Vacuum Cleaners
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4700Transportation Services
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 4720Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation
  • 4730Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight And Cargo
  • 4729Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation, Not Elsewhere Classified