In the barge industry, barge sizes are ranged in terms of length, and in general, can be grouped in the following categories:
i) 200-feet and below: used mainly to carry project-related cargo such as steel structures. This range of barge is also popular to support construction activities on water, such as bridges over sea and river.
ii) 230/240/250 feet: this range of barge is most popularly used for domestic route
iii) 270 feet: suitable for domestic routes and some regional market
iv) 300 feet and above: mainly suitable for regional routes