‘Your Working River 300’ celebrates Maritime Month 2018

Did you know …

• Port-related industries generate 1 in 5 jobs in Louisiana.
• The average salary at companies on Port of New Orleans property is $63,000/year, 37% higher than the local average.
• Port NOLA spent more than $3.5 million on purchases with minority-owned businesses and $2.2 million+ on purchases with women-owned businesses in 2016-2017.

Port NOLA has always been an economic engine for the region — supporting local businesses and creating jobs. As we celebrate our city’s Tricentennial, join us in paying tribute to the region’s proud maritime heritage.

Read more about Maritime Month.

– Renee Aragon Dolese, Port NOLA Director of Marketing & Communications