Entries by Rick Potratz

Ergon Trucking Wins National Tank Truck Carriers Safety Contest Grand Award, Named Heil Trophy Finalist

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ergon Trucking Wins National Tank Truck Carriers Safety Contest Grand Award, Named Heil Trophy Finalist May 14, 2025 Vicksburg, Miss. — Ergon Trucking has received the Grand Award in Class 3 of the Harvison Division Safety Contest and was recognized as a finalist for the Heil Trophy — an honor presented to […]

Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply Expands Fleet to Enhance Service on the Mississippi River

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply Expands Fleet to Enhance Service on the Mississippi River April 22, 2025 Vicksburg, Miss. — Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply Inc. (EMIS) has taken delivery of a new crew boat, M/V Big Valley 325. This addition expands our total number of crew boats to three and increases […]

Ergon Refining to Expand Processing Capabilities for Gasoline Production

For Immediate Release March 25, 2025 Ergon Refining to Expand Processing Capabilities for Gasoline Production Flowood, Miss. — Ergon Refining Inc. (ERI) has announced plans to expand processing capabilities at our Vicksburg, Mississippi, refinery to include gasoline production, which is expected to come online during the first quarter of 2027. This expansion will enable the […]

Meet Miro Pribyl — Managing Director of Ergon International

At Ergon, we are dedicated to fostering Purposeful Growth and creating long-term value for our employees, customers and partners. Since stepping into the role of Managing Director of Ergon International in September 2024, Miroslav “Miro” Pribyl has played a pivotal role in integrating Ergon International and MOGoil, helping create a unified and stronger organization. _____________ Pribyl, who […]

Ergon Announces Planned Spring Maintenance for West Virginia Refinery

February 27, 2025 Ergon Announces Planned Spring Maintenance for West Virginia Refinery NEWELL, WV – Ergon’s paraffinic refinery in Newell, West Virginia – Ergon – West Virginia Inc. (EWV) – has scheduled a planned maintenance event beginning March 31, 2025. Various operating units of the EWV refinery will be down for approximately seven weeks as […]

How Are You Prioritizing People in Your Business Strategy?

Read Ergon President & CEO Kris Patrick’s latest LinkedIn article, as shown below, to learn why people have always been at the heart of Ergon’s business strategy. ___________ When considering a business strategy, components such as vision, mission, growth goals, operational excellence, competitive advantages, SWOT’s and finances may come to mind. Each of these components plays a […]

Meet JD Wynne – Industrial Engineer at Ergon

Ergon’s Industrial Engineers work with teams across our family of companies to develop processes for maximum efficiency, ultimately improving time management, safety and productivity for our employees and ensuring the best quality products and services for our customers. Learn more about JD Wynne below and explore the numerous ways Industrial Engineers keep our company moving […]