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Port of New Orleans (US MSY)

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Port of New Orleans, USA © Iulus Ascanius at English Wikipedia · Public domain
Port information
UN/LOCODE US MSY
Coordinates 29.9500, -90.0500 (29°57′N 90°03′W)
Region US-LA
Nearest city New Orleans
Body of water Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Channel depth 11 m
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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
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
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #76
  • 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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