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Breakbulk cargo is a key component of global trade, especially for industries moving large, irregularly shaped items that cannot fit into standard shipping containers. The Port of Lake Charles on the Louisiana Coast plays a critical role in handling and transporting breakbulk cargo for various industries. Here are five important[…]

How the Port of Lake Charles Became the Nation’s Top LNG Export Hub
The Port of Lake Charles has long been recognized as “America’s Energy Corridor,” a testament to its pivotal role in the global energy sector. This prestigious title reflects the Port’s strategic importance and its integral contribution to the international energy market, particularly through its role as the leading LNG (liquefied[…]

What Types of Cargo Can Be Handled at the Port of Lake Charles?
The Port of Lake Charles, strategically positioned along the Gulf of Mexico, is renowned for its capacity to handle a wide array of cargo types. As the 10th-busiest deepwater port in the U.S. based on tonnage, the Port is equipped to manage everything from bulk commodities to sophisticated project cargo.[…]

Lumber’s Legacy and Future at the Port of Lake Charles
The Port of Lake Charles boasts a rich history intertwined with the evolution of global trade. Lumber has stood as a cornerstone cargo, symbolizing the enduring legacy of maritime commerce in this historic port city. A recent report by the American Journal of Transportation (AJOT) underscored the significant strides made[…]

What the Port of Lake Charles’ Top 10 Ranking Means
The Port of Lake Charles now ranks among the top 10 busiest ports in the United States, a significant achievement. This ranking, determined by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is based on the 2022 cargo tonnage data, reflecting the latest available figures for national comparison. Understanding the Top 10[…]

Port of Lake Charles cracks nation’s top 10 for cargo
Major gains in cargo have made the Port of Lake Charles one of the top 10 busiest ports in the nation. The new ranking is by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waterborne commerce statistics for 2022. Here is the latest top-10 list: 1. Houston 2. South Louisiana 3. Corpus Christi 4. New York/New Jersey[…]

Lake Charles Methanol Announces Plan for New $3.2 Billion Manufacturing Plant in Southwest Louisiana
WESTLAKE, La. – Lake Charles Methanol II, LLC (LCM) announced plans to invest $3.24 billion to construct a new manufacturing plant that will produce low-carbon intensity methanol and other chemicals at the Port of Lake Charles. The company plans to use advanced auto thermal gas reforming technology and employ carbon[…]

6 Facts That Make the Port a Global Leader
The Port of Lake Charles, nestled in the heart of Louisiana, stands as a vital economic engine for the region. As one of the busiest ports on the United States Gulf Coast, it plays a crucial role in facilitating trade, supporting industries, and driving economic growth. Let’s delve into 10[…]

POLC October 20, 2023 Meeting Time Change
The Special Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District scheduled for October 20, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. has been cancelled and rescheduled for Friday, October 20, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room located at 1611 W.[…]

POLC April 24, 2023 Meeting Cancelled
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District scheduled for Monday, April 24, 2023 has been cancelled and rescheduled for Thursday, April 27, 2023. Notice Document

POLC February 27, 2023 Meeting Reschedule
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District scheduled for Monday, February 27, 2023 has been cancelled rescheduled for Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Notice Document

Study finds Calcasieu Ship Channel has multibillion-dollar economic impact
LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana—The Calcasieu Ship Channel drives $39 billion of the U.S. Gross Domestic Product and two-thirds of the Gross Domestic Product of Calcasieu and Cameron parishes. Those are among the findings of a new study commissioned by Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District (LCH&TD). The study states that the[…]
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