Then & Now
Globalplex The history and evolution of the Port’s world-class multimodal facility When the Globalplex Intermodal Terminal was first opened in 1992, it was envisioned as a world-class multimodal facility that would…
Author: Site Staff
A Tribute to Our Leaders
Port Executive Directors In Order of Succession Dale Brou Ray Matherne Captain Robert Egan Dale Matherne (Interim) Coast Guard Capt. Richard Clements (Ret.) Gary Lagrange Don Hays (Interim) Joseph Accardo Judge Joel Chaisson Paul Aucoin Port Commissioners 1961-2020 Alphabetical…
TRANSPORTATION CENTER OF THE AMERICAS
The state legislature established the Port of South Louisiana in 1960 to promote commerce and industrial development along the 54-mile stretch of the Mississippi River that runs through the St. Charles, St. John and St. James tri-parish regions. Philosophy The…
Our Port of South Louisiana Directors
The Port of South Louisiana has elevated its operations over the last 60 years, and in addition to the direction of Paul Aucoin, the staff is currently stacked with a group of power players that contribute to the everyday operations…
Our Port of South Louisiana Commissioners
D. Paul Robichaux - Chairman Judy B. Songy - Vice Chairwoman P. Joey Murray, III - Treasurer Stanley Bazile - Secretary Patrick C. Sellars - Vice President Whitney Hickerson - Vice President Ryan Burks - Vice President Louis Joseph -…
A Tribute to Linda Prudhomme
The Port of South Louisiana wishes to recognize and thank Mrs. Linda Prudhomme, Director of Business Development for her years of service as she retires. She has served over 40 years in the field of Economic Development in the State…
City Park to Host Drive-Thru Mardi Gras Event
NEW ORLEANS - New Orleans City Park will be the site of the inaugural "Floats in the Oaks" drive-thru fundraiser from Feb. 4 through Feb. 14. At the event, visitors will be able to view iconic floats from Mardi Gras…
Insurance Claim Delays Top the List of 2020 Hurricane Complaints
BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Insurance says that nearly 80 percent of the 873 hurricane-related complaints it has received since last year's active season are related to homeowners insurance, “I encourage any policyholder who’s having trouble with their…
Carnival Cancels U.S. Cruises through April
MIAMI – Carnival Cruise Line is notifying guests of additional cruise cancellations, extending its pause in U.S. departures through April 30 and cancelling Australian operations through May 19. That means downtown restaurants and hotels will have to wait at least…
Omnidek Wins $50K Pitch Competition
BATON ROUGE — Tech startup Omnidek was selected by a panel of three judges to win the BREW 10 High-Stakes Pitch Competition and receive a $50,000 investment. The Baton Rouge-based company was created in 2017 with the goal of creating…
Louisiana Targets Growth of Rural Small Businesses
BATON ROUGE — Twelve Louisiana companies are the inaugural participants in a program targeting business growth for rural Louisiana. The LED Rural Entrepreneurship Initiative launched this week via a partnership of Louisiana Economic Development and the Michigan-based Edward Lowe Foundation.…
N.O. Entrepreneur's Week Looking for Speakers
NEW ORLEANS - The producers of New Orleans Entrepreneur Week are looking for local thought leaders to inspire virtual audiences at this year's event, scheduled for March 22-26. This year's digital experience will feature speakers, panels and discussions celebrating the…
Ellevate Louisiana to Host Summit for Louisiana Women
NEW ORLEANS — Ellevate Louisiana, a nonprofit policy organization established to empower women leaders by connecting and educating them on the challenges impacting our state, is set to host "Ellevating Our State: A Summit for Louisiana Women." The three-day virtual…
Burns & Wilcox Announces Promotions
NEW ORLEANS — Burns & Wilcox, a wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager, has announced two management promotions at its New Orleans office. Bonnie Steen has been promoted to managing director and Cain Webber has been promoted to associate managing…
International Paper Plans $52M Investment in Bogalusa Mill
BOGALUSA, La. — Gov. John Bel Edwards and International Paper Bogalusa Mill Manager Bernie Chascin announced the company plans to invest up to $52.2 million in capital to increase the efficiency of the mill, which has been a manufacturing mainstay…
IDScan.net Partners with VAXSYS to Develop Vaccination Apps
NEW ORLEANS – New Orleans-based tech company IDScan.net has partnered with VAXSYS Technologies, Inc. to develop two vaccine-related software applications: an "enroller" app for those administering the vaccines, and a screener app for anyone requiring proof of vaccination. “We’re hoping…
Darren Walker to Speak at BGR’s 2021 Virtual Annual Luncheon
NEW ORLEANS - The Bureau of Governmental Research has announced a virtual presentation of its 2021 annual luncheon, which will feature Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation, a $13 billion international social justice philanthropy. Walker will discuss “Philanthropy as…
NOMA Welcomes Natrang Stanley as Human Resources Manager
NEW ORLEANS – Natrang Stanley is the new human resources manager at the New Orleans Museum of Art. Stanley brings more than two decades of experience to NOMA’s HR department. Her work has involved cross-functional roles, with responsibility for human…
Ericksen Krentel CPAs and Consultants Announces Promotions
NEW ORLEANS - Ericksen Krentel CPAs and Consultants has announced the following promotions among its team: Kay Miller CPA has been promoted to a partner in charge of the firm’s tax services section, where…
Oil and Gas Industry Not Happy About Keystone XL Pipeline Cancellation
BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil & Gas Association made the following statement in response to President Joe Biden canceling the Keystone XL pipeline: “Energy infrastructure projects like the Keystone XL pipeline are critical to our economic recovery from…
World Trade Center Hosts Series on Trade Resiliency
NEW ORLEANS - The third and final installment of a virtual presentation on trade resiliency hosted by the World Trade Center begins at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 21. The event is sponsored by Wells Fargo and Valvoline. Click here…
Shields Mott Attorneys Named 'Super Lawyers'
NEW ORLEANS - Shields Mott LLP has announced that four of its lawyers have been named to the “Super Lawyers 2021” list and one has been recognized on the “Louisiana Rising Stars Super Lawyer 2021” list in the field of…
How The Joe Biden Presidency Could Impact Your Money
NEW YORK (NerdWallet) – As you take a closer look at your financial footing amid the headwinds of a pandemic, it’s an excellent time to examine the possible impact of a Joe Biden presidency on money matters. The balance of Congress…
Urban League to Host Empowerment Conference
NEW ORLEANS - The Urban League of Louisiana will host a virtual Empowerment and Policy Conference on Feb. 26 and 27. The annual event, co-presented by the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus, is a statewide convening designed to examine systems, influence…
City Connects Businesses with Opportunities During Teleconference
NEW ORLEANS — On Jan. 19, more than 140 participants from small and large businesses learned about contracting opportunities with the City of New Orleans from senior members of the infrastructure team. The quarterly Infrastructure Industry Day was held as…
LED Presents General Contractors Seminar
BATON ROUGE — Beginning this week, construction industry professionals may register for the General Contractors Seminar of the Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute. The award-winning LCAI program provides technical knowledge that is essential for general contractors working in Louisiana’s construction industry.…
Tulane Researchers Identify Potential Animal Model for COVID-19
NEW ORLEANS - Researchers at Tulane National Primate Research Center have observed severe disease in aged African green monkeys exposed to SARS-CoV-2 that mimics what doctors are seeing in their most critically ill patients. Their findings were published in The…
Jazz Fest 2021 Pushed Back to October
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic, which forced cancellation of last year's New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, is forcing postponement of the festival this year. Jazz Fest is usually a spring event that begins on the last weekend in April.…
City Announces Restructuring of Supplier Diversity
NEW ORLEANS — Mayor LaToya Cantrell joined other City officials and community leaders this week to announce a restructuring of the procurement process to improve supplier diversity when it comes to awarding and tracking City contracts to local businesses. The…
Shake Shack Brings Bananas Foster Shake to N.O. Locations
NEW ORLEANS - During a Carnival season like no other, N.O. Shake Shack locations will be spinning up a classic New Orleans dessert. Available through Feb. 28, the Bananas Foster Shake can be purchased at the downtown New Orleans Shack…
