USA

Port of New Orleans (US MSY)

UN/LOCODE
US MSY
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
11 m
Nearest city
New Orleans
Body of water
Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
USA
Port of New Orleans, USA © Iulus Ascanius at English Wikipedia · Public domain
Port information
Region
US-LA
Coordinates
29.9500, -90.0500 (29°57′N 90°03′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, natural
Shelter
Excellent
Anchorage depth
23.2 m
Cargo pier depth
11 m
Oil terminal depth
17.1 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Small Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#76
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #76
153.77
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 153.77

Located in USA, the port of New Orleans serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, New Orleans has a Large harbor of the River, natural type. Ships approaching New Orleans work with a channel depth of 11.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of New Orleans located?
New Orleans is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of New Orleans?
The UN/LOCODE for New Orleans is US MSY.
What is the channel depth at New Orleans?
The channel depth at New Orleans is 11 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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