St. Johns Ship Building Inc., Palatka, Fla., announced it has been awarded a contract by Johnson Bros. Corp., Grapevine, Texas, for the construction of three 140'x40'x8' steel material deck barges with spud wells.
All fabrication and assembly work will be performed at St. Johns Ship Building’s Palatka facility, the builder said.
“We’re honored to partner with Johnson Bros. on this significant project,” said Joseph Rella, president of St. Johns Ship Building, a subsidiary of Americraft Marine. “Johnson Bros. has long been recognized as a leader in marine and heavy civil construction, and this newbuild program reflects the confidence that they — and the market — continue to place in our team’s capabilities, craftsmanship, and commitment.”
“We are excited to collaborate with St. Johns Ship Building on these barges, which will enhance our operational capabilities and help us deliver to our clients nationwide,” said John Meagher, vice president of Johnson Bros.
Founded in 1929, Johnson Bros. Corporation is a heavy civil contractor specializing in complex transportation and marine infrastructure projects across North America. It has been part of the infrastructure construction company Southland Holdings Inc., Grapevine, since 2012.
