St. Bernard Port, Harbor & Terminal District

St. Bernard Port, Harbor & Terminal District is a vital maritime facility located in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, on the Gulf Coast. Situated strategically along the Mississippi River, just five miles downriver from New Orleans, the port boasts over 430 acres of land across four distinct terminals: Arabi, Chalmette, Meraux, and Violet. These terminals offer deep-draft berths, specialized mooring options, and extensive warehousing and laydown areas, enabling the handling of a wide range of cargoes including bulk, break-bulk, and project cargo. The port is a major economic driver for the region, employing more than 18% of St. Bernard Parish's workforce and continuously investing in expansion and infrastructure upgrades. With intermodal connections to truck, rail, and barge transportation, the port facilitates efficient cargo movement both domestically and internationally. Operations at St. Bernard Port emphasize safety, environmental responsibility, and customer service, making it one of the most prominent ports along the lower Mississippi River and a linchpin for regional development and trade.

Facilities

• Arabi Terminal (five ship berths, calm-water deep draft slip, warehousing)
• Chalmette Terminal (216-acre industrial park, tour boat landing, deep draft midstream mooring, barge fleeting)
• Meraux Terminal (midstream mooring buoys, Capesize vessel accommodation)
• Violet Terminal (72-acre terminal, five ship berths)
• Associated Terminals (exclusive marine facility operator, cargo handling, warehousing, processing and screening services)
• Laydown and warehouse space for expansion
• Intermodal rail and truck access

Operating Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Extended operating hours may be available on request for specific operations.