Maritime

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Louisiana is Well Positioned to Adapt to Evolving Trade Conditions

At the World Trade Center New Orleans, our mission remains steadfast: to foster international trade and business for the economic benefit of Louisiana. As...

Maritime Museum Louisiana Takes Active Role in Sharing Louisiana’s Maritime History

In a state that has so long been shaped by the maritime industry, it’s shocking that there is only one space dedicated to preserving...

Army Corps, Port of New Orleans Announce Completion of Deepening Facilities Access Channel

NEW ORLEANS (press release) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in coordination with the non-Federal sponsor, the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA),...

Lanier & Associates Consulting Engineers Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence in Marine Engineering

NEW ORLEANS (press release) —Lanier & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc. (Lanier), a leading marine engineering design firm, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year....

Bollinger Shipyards Delivers FRC 1158 John Witherspoon to U.S. Coast Guard

LOCKPORT, La. (press release) — Bollinger Shipyards has announced the delivery of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) John Witherspoon at Coast Guard Sector...

How Family-owned Businesses Have Been at the Heart of the Maritime Industry

New Orleans has long been a vital gateway for global trade, connecting the U.S. to markets around the world. While mega-companies use local ports...

Former Executive Director of the Port of South Louisiana Passes Away

LAPLACE, La. (Oct. 31, 2024) — The Port of South Louisiana announced on Monday the passing of Paul Aucoin, former executive director. Aucoin dedicated nine...