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Chalmette Today
By the People, for the People
St. Bernard Port Reports 6.6 Million Tons in 2025
Port highlights cargo movement, vessel traffic, and infrastructure investments in annual review.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The St. Bernard Port, Harbor and Terminal District in Chalmette, Louisiana recorded a successful year in 2025, handling over 6.6 million short tons of cargo, including a diverse mix of breakbulk and dry bulk commodities. The port saw nearly 300 vessel calls throughout the year, with its Chalmette Dock 2 facility remaining the most active location. A major milestone was the completion of a $38 million reconstruction of the Chalmette Slip, which supports the movement of essential cargo like fuel, chemicals, and grain.
Why it matters
The St. Bernard Port is a vital logistics hub along the Mississippi River, supporting regional industry and global trade. Its continued growth and infrastructure investments help drive economic development in St. Bernard Parish and the surrounding area.
The details
In 2025, the St. Bernard Port handled over 6.6 million short tons of cargo, including metallic ores and minerals, which accounted for more than 32% of total activity, as well as grain- and feed-related shipments representing around 15% of overall tonnage. The port saw nearly 300 vessel calls throughout the year, with its Chalmette Dock 2 facility remaining the most active location. A major milestone was the completion of a $38 million reconstruction of the Chalmette Slip, which restores a critical access channel between the Mississippi River and local industrial facilities, supporting the movement of fuel, chemicals, grain, and other essential cargo.
- Throughout 2025, the port handled more than 6.6 million short tons of cargo.
- In 2025, the port saw nearly 300 vessel calls.
The players
St. Bernard Port, Harbor and Terminal District
A port authority that manages the port facilities in Chalmette, Louisiana along the Mississippi River, handling a diverse mix of cargo and supporting regional industry and global trade.
University of New Orleans Transportation Institute
A research institute that conducted an economic impact study on the St. Bernard Port, evaluating its contribution to the local economy and identifying opportunities for growth and modernization.
What’s next
The port is advancing its strategic planning efforts through the economic impact study conducted with the University of New Orleans Transportation Institute, which will help identify opportunities for growth and modernization. Several funding initiatives are also underway, including a Port Priority Grant application for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
The takeaway
The St. Bernard Port's continued growth and infrastructure investments, such as the $38 million Chalmette Slip reconstruction, demonstrate its importance as a vital logistics hub along the Mississippi River, supporting regional industry and global trade in St. Bernard Parish and the surrounding area.
