Port of Tamms

Tamms (UN/LOCODE USTMM) functions as a strategic inland port in southern Illinois, positioned along the Ohio River corridor within the United States’ Midwest logistics network. Operating in Central Time (America/Chicago), the facility utilizes coordinates 37.23505N, -89.2700811W to manage barge transloading, bulk grain processing, and intermodal freight transfers. Its connectivity links rail, highway, and waterway systems, supporting agricultural exports, energy distribution, and containerized cargo flows. Modern unloading systems, storage yards, and customs‑cleared zones enhance resilience. Recognized as a key Midwest trade hub, Tamms draws investment, creates jobs, and delivers critical, efficient, rapid maritime intelligence data for leading global regional industry stakeholders.