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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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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 -…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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.…
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…
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…