Louisiana Gateway Port

Louisiana Gateway Port The Louisiana Gateway Port, located at the mouth of the Mississippi River, is a leading maritime hub along the Gulf Coast. We turn bigger ships faster.

06/03/2026

⚓️ Attention Plaquemines Parish Residents! 🚢
Did you know you can ride the Belle Chasse and Pointe a la Hache ferries completely free of charge?
To take advantage of this community perk, just make sure to have one of the following ready for the attendant when you board:
- 🪪 Your State ID with a Plaquemines Parish address
- 📄 Your Vehicle Registration with a Plaquemines Parish address
It’s that simple! Safe travels, neighbors!

06/01/2026

Today is the start of the 2026 hurricane season which runs June 1st to November 30th. Now is the time to prepare! Check your emergency plans, restock your supply kits and stay informed.

Sign up for Plaquemines Parish Emergency Notifications through Alert Plaquemines: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085612475/new

This Memorial Day, the Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District joins our community and country in remembering our fa...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District joins our community and country in remembering our fallen heroes and keeping their families in our thoughts.

We remember. We honor. We are grateful.

⚓ Take the “81 Miles to the Gulf” Journey!To celebrate National Maritime Day, Plaquemines Port created an interactive on...
05/22/2026

⚓ Take the “81 Miles to the Gulf” Journey!

To celebrate National Maritime Day, Plaquemines Port created an interactive online river journey exploring the first 81 miles of the Mississippi River — from the Port’s founding in July 1954 to today’s role in global commerce.

Did you know Plaquemines Port:
🚢 ranks among the Top 20 ports in the United States
🌾 is #2 in the nation for dry bulk cargo
⚓ supports a 50-foot deep-draft channel and 14 anchorages
⛴️ connects river communities through ferry service
🚨 supports river rescue and emergency response operations
⚡ is home to one of the fastest growing LNG corridors in the country

Complete the missions and unlock your commemorative “Friend of Plaquemines Parish Port” badge!

🎮 Start the journey:
https://na2.hubs.ly/H05J28z0

⛴️ Effectively 11:45 am: MV Pointe à la Hache has resumed services. All repairs and inspections have been completed. Fer...
05/15/2026

⛴️ Effectively 11:45 am: MV Pointe à la Hache has resumed services. All repairs and inspections have been completed. Ferry service between Pointe à la Hache and Port Sulfur will resume normal operating hours.

Thank you for your patience. For accessible messaging and updates visit: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05w_T90

⚠️Ferry Service Disruption: Service between the Pointe a la Hache and Scarsdale landing suspended until futher notice du...
05/14/2026

⚠️Ferry Service Disruption: Service between the Pointe a la Hache and Scarsdale landing suspended until futher notice due to a mechanical issue with the M/V Pointe a la Hache. Please seek alternate routes while our team works to take corrective action.

For accessible messaging and updates follow us at https://na2.hubs.ly/H05vR700

SERVICE ADVISORY - Effectively immediately: MV Pointe à la Hache is out of service until further notice due to a mechani...
05/14/2026

SERVICE ADVISORY - Effectively immediately: MV Pointe à la Hache is out of service until further notice due to a mechanical issue. Ferry service between Pointe à la Hache and Scarsdale will be impacted. Riders encouraged to seek alternate routes.

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE: Peters Road Bridge & Extension Project – Phase 3 Supplemental Environmental AssessmentThe Louisia...
05/06/2026

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE: Peters Road Bridge & Extension Project – Phase 3 Supplemental Environmental Assessment

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) will hold a public meeting regarding the Peters Road Bridge & Extension Project – Phase 3 Supplemental Environmental Assessment affecting Plaquemines and Jefferson Parishes.

📍 Belle Chasse Auditorium
8398 LA-23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037

📅 May 21, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

DOTD representatives will be available to provide project information and answer questions. There will be no formal presentation.

For additional information, contact Cy Toups, P.E., with T. Baker Smith at (985) 223-9256.

✅ SERVICE RESUMING AT 7:30 PM – M/V PLAQUEMINES PRIDEThe M/V Plaquemines Pride has completed repairs and cleared inspect...
05/01/2026

✅ SERVICE RESUMING AT 7:30 PM – M/V PLAQUEMINES PRIDE

The M/V Plaquemines Pride has completed repairs and cleared inspection. Ferry service between Belle Chasse and Scarsdale landings will resume normal operations at 7:30 PM.

Thank you for your patience.

🚨 SERVICE DISRUPTION CONTINUED – M/V PLAQUEMINES PRIDEThe M/V Plaquemines Pride is temporarily out of service due to a m...
04/30/2026

🚨 SERVICE DISRUPTION CONTINUED – M/V PLAQUEMINES PRIDE

The M/V Plaquemines Pride is temporarily out of service due to a mechanical issue, impacting service between Belle Chasse Landing and Scarsdale Landing.

Updates available as they become availble.

Follow us at https://na2.hubs.ly/H05dFp50 for updates and accessible messaging.

Address

8056 Highway 23, 3rd Floor
Belle Chasse, LA

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15046827920

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