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Port of New Orleans

USMSY🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of New Orleans

Also known as: New Basin Canal, New Orleans Navigation Canal (historical)

This major US port on the Mississippi River serves as Louisiana's sole international container port. It also functions as a significant embarkation point for cruise passengers.

Background
The Port of New Orleans is a significant transport hub located in Louisiana, United States. It serves as an embarkation point for cruise passengers and Louisiana’s sole international container port.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
S
Repair Code
A
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8860 →
GeoNames ID
4335064 →
Wikidata
Q773908 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portno.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USMSY
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-LA
Area
Gulf of Mexico
Body of Water
Mississippi River
Latitude
29.9567°
Longitude
-90.1459°

Terminals (2)

NAPOLEON CONTAINER TERMINAL

PORTS AMERICA, LLC

5901 Terminal Dr, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA

www.portnola.com →

NEW ORLEANS TERMINAL (NOT)

NEW ORLEANS TERMINAL, LLC

50 Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA

www.notml.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of New Orleans?+
The approach to New Orleans is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hibernia Bank Lighthouse at 3.9 NM to the E. Other aids include New Canal (4.6 NM NNE), Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses (4.6 NM NNE), Governor Nicholls (4.7 NM E), Gretna (4.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of New Orleans on?+
The Port of New Orleans is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of New Orleans?+
You can track vessels near New Orleans (USMSY) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for USMSY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of New Orleans?+
The Port of New Orleans operates in the UTC-6 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.