Cargo ships sail on the South Louisiana port waters reflecting a warm sunset light on the water and docks

    South Louisiana Port Commission

    Louisiana
    Gulf

    Overview

    The Port of South Louisiana is a critical hub for American and global commerce, standing as one of the largest tonnage ports in the United States. Located along the Mississippi River between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, this port serves as America’s leading grain exporting district and plays a vital role in the movement of agricultural commodities, petrochemicals, and general cargo. It supports over 68 industrial partners within its jurisdiction, ranging from advanced grain elevators to sophisticated general cargo facilities. The port’s infrastructure supports multi-modal transportation, linking maritime, rail, and highway systems to ensure efficient cargo distribution across North America and international markets. Its significance is underscored by its substantial contribution to the regional and national economy, supporting thousands of jobs and facilitating robust economic activity throughout Louisiana and beyond. The Port of South Louisiana’s world-class facilities, strong shipping line partnerships, and strategic location on the Gulf Coast have cemented its reputation as a premier sea gateway for US export and import traffic.

    Facilities

    • Globalplex Intermodal Terminal
    • General Cargo Dock
    • Bulk Cargo Terminals
    • St. Charles Parish Facilities
    • St. John the Baptist Parish Facilities
    • St. James Parish Facilities
    • Airport (Executive Regional Airport)
    • Foreign Trade Zone

    Operating Hours

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Shipping Lines

    Major carriers serving this port

    1
    Maersk
    2
    MSC
    3
    CMA CGM
    4
    Hapag-Lloyd
    5
    Evergreen
    6
    COSCO
    7
    ONE (Ocean Network Express)