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Port Record by the Port of New Orleans, Highlights (August/September)

The Kearney Companies is pleased to share the great information that our partner, The Port of New Orleans, provides in their ongoing newsletter, The Port Record. The news included below is from the August/September issue.


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Governor Jeff Landry Reaffirms Support for Louisiana International Terminal


Governor Jeff Landry reinforced his strong support for the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT), a transformative project led by the Port of New Orleans in partnership with Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) and Ports America—an alliance poised to create thousands of jobs, boost global trade, and secure Louisiana’s standing as a Gulf Coast economic engine.


Governor Landry met with Ports America CEO Matthew Leech and Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) CEO Ammar Kanaan in June to discuss the terminal’s progress and affirm his commitment to seeing the project move forward on schedule.


“For generations, Louisiana’s prosperity has been driven by trade, and this project secures our place as an economic powerhouse for generations to come,” said Governor Landry. “The Louisiana International Terminal is a visionary, strategic investment—uniting robust local leadership, forward-thinking private partnership, and vital federal support.”


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Port of New Orleans Board Approves Key Step Toward Unified Strategy for Lower Mississippi River Ports


At its regular board meeting on July 24, 2025, the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) approved a resolution authorizing a significant new step in regional collaboration among Louisiana’s ports. The resolution authorizes Port NOLA President and CEO Beth Branch to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) among the five Lower Mississippi River ports to develop a collaborative marketing strategy and to enter into a professional services agreement with Polaris Analytics & Consulting, L.L.C., to assist in the creation of that strategic plan.


This marks a historic moment of alignment among the Lower Mississippi River ports and reflects a shared commitment to moving Louisiana forward through unified efforts. The five ports on the Lower Mississippi River include the Port of New Orleans, Port of South Louisiana, Port of Greater Baton Rouge, St. Bernard Port, and the Louisiana Gateway Port at Plaquemines Parish.


Collectively, they comprise the largest port complex in the world. With this CEA, the ports will work together to jointly promote Louisiana’s vital maritime gateway and strengthen the state's competitive position in global commerce.


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New Orleans Public Belt Railroad and Freedom Intermodal Tank Services Announces Streamlined Efficiencies for Global Supply Chain and New Job Creation


The New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB) announces a strengthened partnership with Freedom Intermodal Tank Services, a full-service, logistics provider headquartered in New Orleans. Freedom Intermodal’s recent launch of its railcar cleaning services, as well as an expansion of transloading capacity and railcar storage brings new levels of efficiency and reliability to the bulk liquid supply chain. Additionally, the company expansion will create 40 new jobs.


Strategically located with direct access to all six national railroads via the NOPB, Freedom Intermodal’s New Orleans terminal is uniquely positioned to streamline multimodal operations. The addition of railcar cleaning services expands capabilities solidifying the region’s role as a critical gateway for bulk liquid logistics in North America and beyond.


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Port of New Orleans Vice President of Cruise Steven Gauthier was featured on Fox 8 New Orleans to discuss bigger cruise ships coming to New Orleans.


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Louisiana Economic Development (LED):

"Louisiana's Five Lower Mississippi River Ports Partner to Launch First-Ever Unified Marketing Strategy"


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Port NOLA proudly hosted its annual school supply drive benefitting the New Orleans Women & Children's Shelter. Thanks to the generosity of the Port NOLA, Harbor Police Department (HPD) and New Orleans Public Belt (NOPB) teams, backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and more were all packed with care and purpose to support families who need it most.


In The News

"The LIT project will bring transformational change to St. Bernard"

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"Port NOLA appreciates Gov. Landry's support for the LIT project"

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"The Port of New Orleans strives to be the 'Global Gateway' for the world."

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"Port of New Orleans Board approves key step toward unified strategy for Lower Mississippi River ports"

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"Unified Lower MS River Port Strategy Approved"

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"New Orleans Cruise Boom: Bigger ships, new routes, and a $450M impact"

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"Connecting New Orleans to the Nation by Railway"

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