Port of New Orleans
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) is a deep‑draft, intermodal gateway situated on the Mississippi River with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1896
- Employees
- 500
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Government
About
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) is a deep‑draft, intermodal gateway situated on the Mississippi River with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Leveraging 14,500 miles of inland waterways, six Class I railroads and major interstate highways, the port connects more than 30 key markets—including Memphis, Chicago and Canada—providing seamless logistics for containers, breakbulk, heavy‑lift, cruise operations, and a broad range of commodities such as steel, chemicals, coffee, and agricultural products. Port NOLA boasts over 20 million square feet of cargo handling space, 3.1 million square feet of covered storage, and dedicated cruise and parking facilities. Its integrated rail, road, and river infrastructure supports robust economic activity, generating 21,700 local jobs and $4.3 billion in state output, while underpinning 119,510 U.S. jobs and $29.8 billion in national economic impact. The port’s extensive network of ocean carriers, barge lines, and truck operators delivers reliable, efficient transportation solutions for shippers and employers alike.