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Port of Lake Charles Announces Winners Of 18th Annual Rice Cook-Off

Lake Charles, La.—Sept. 23, 2015—In celebration of September as National Rice Month, the Calcasieu-Cameron Rice Growers sponsored the 18th Annual Rice Cook-Off on Tues., Sept. 22. The Port of Lake Charles hosted the event and sponsored the awards luncheon. Family and Consumer Science students from thirteen area middle schools and[…]

Port of Lake Charles to Host 18th Annual Rice Cook-Off

Lake Charles, La.—September is National Rice Month, and in celebration, the Calcasieu-Cameron Rice Growers will sponsor the 18th Annual Rice Cook-Off on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at Brick House Catering in Lake Charles. The contest will begin at 10:30 a.m. with an awards luncheon to follow at 11:30 a.m. The Port[…]

A Clear Path Ahead: The Port of Lake Charles Keeps Pace With Boom

If you’ve ever flown in or out of Lake Charles, you’ve likely been struck by the Southwest Louisiana landscape from 30,000 feet up. Astronauts in orbit seeing Earth below are said to experience the Overview Effect—a powerful shift in awareness that brings the “big picture” into light. On a much[…]

Barbara McManus Selected President Of Port Board Of Commissioners

Lake Charles, La.—Barbara McManus, a director of Eagle Federal Credit Union, was recently elected president of the seven-member Board of Commissioners of the Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District, which operates the Port of Lake Charles. A resident of Lake Charles since 1960, McManus has a bachelor’s in education from[…]

Of Great Importance Lake Charles Port’s Role Integral, Often Overlooked

By Crystal Stevenson, Lake Charles American Press June 28, 2015 Despite being out in the open, the Port of Lake Charles often works in the shadows of the public image. “The Port of Lake Charles is a very integral part of the community here, and actually touches a lot more[…]

The Port of Lake Charles and the Calcasieu Ship Channel: Our Connection to a Global Economy

As with many products and comforts consumers take for granted every day, the significance of the Port of Lake Charles and the Calcasieu Ship Channel typically goes unnoticed by the average Southwest Louisiana resident. The economic boom taking hold of the region would not be trending so feverishly on our[…]

Port of LC Reveals Findings of Final Calcasieu Ship Channel Traffic Study

Port of Lake Charles officials released the final report in a series of three studies analyzing the current and future increase in Calcasieu Ship Channel vessel traffic. Traffic in the channel is expected to grow significantly over the next ten years due to the expanded operations of existing terminals and[…]

LDEQ Provides Alternative to Penalties for Calcasieu Ship Channel Users and Others

LDEQ has approved a Beneficial Environmental Project (BEP) proposed by the Port of Lake Charles. The BEP is available to channel users and others in LDEQ settlement discussions. Using the BEP ensures local funds will be spent in the region on projects with local benefits. To learn more about how[…]

Brinkman Graduates from Professional Port Managers program

Donald Brinkman recently was certified as a Professional Port Manager by the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA). Completion of the four-year certification program places Brinkman amongst the top ranks of other global maritime professionals. Brinkman has served as the director of engineering and maintenance at the Port of Lake[…]

Port of LC Celebrates National Rice Month with 17th Annual Cook-Off

September is National Rice Month, and in celebration, the Calcasieu-Cameron Rice Growers sponsored the 17th Annual Rice Cook-Off on Wed., Sept. 24 at The Brick House in downtown Lake Charles. The Port of Lake Charles hosted the event and sponsored the awards luncheon. Family and Consumer Science students from 17[…]

Sasol North America Project Update- Sept. 2014

Wetlands Permits Issued We recently received our U.S. Corps of Engineers wetlands permit, a significant milestone in moving our projects forward. We plan to begin site clearing and grading on the project site in September. We anticipate taking a final investment decision on the ethane cracker and derivatives complex this year, with[…]

Port of LC Receives $10 Million Grant for Expansion of BT-1

The Port of Lake Charles has received a $10 million federal grant for the expansion of its Bulk Terminal 1. The funding includes a barge fleeting area, new berths, a bulkhead and conveyors. The grant, awarded through the Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery discretionary grant program, will also go toward the[…]

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