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Cargo Statistics &
Financial Reports

The Port of Lake Charles is nationally recognized for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), which is presented by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. It honors government units and public employee retirement systems whose comprehensive annual financial reports achieve “the highest standards in government accounting and financial reporting.”

This prestigious award requires that organizations supplement their financial reports with data and research to provide a wider scope of information than what is contained in an annual financial report.

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Shipping News — Growth — Milestones

Magnolia LNG facility at the Port of Lake Charles, Louisiana
Port of Lake Charles, a Leading LNG Export Hub
The Port of Lake Charles has solidified its position as a pivotal player in the global energy market, particularly in the export of liquefied natural gas (LNG). With a strategic location and robust infrastructure, the port has become a cornerstone for energy exports, hosting several key tenants that drive its[…]
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Incentives for doing business at the Port of Lake Charles
Celebrating 99 Years of Excellence at the Port of Lake Charles
The Port of Lake Charles proudly kicks off 2025 by marking its 99th anniversary. For nearly a century, the Port has been a cornerstone of commerce and economic development in Southwest Louisiana. As we approach the significant milestone of our centennial next year, this year will be filled with reflection[…]
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Passage to the Sea:
The Port’s Rich History

It was the late 19th Century in Lake Charles, Louisiana, a prosperous waterside oasis amid what was once a no-man’s land. The lumber business was booming. Agriculture was thriving. Commerce was moving on the waterways.

The fledgling city’s business and community leaders petitioned the U.S. War Department for a deeper channel to better move traffic on the Calcasieu River.

The pleas went unheeded, but others were already taking notice

1920s workers at the Port of Lake Charles - black and white historical image

Speakers Bureau

The Port of Lake Charles is pleased to accept invitations whenever possible to address groups and gatherings about its role as a longtime anchor of the Southwest Louisiana economy. If you’re interested in scheduling a speaker, call Bernadette Courville at 337-493-3567.

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