Boat Shed Construction
After securing a Port Security Grant, the Port of Morgan City was able to purchase a 32′ Defiant multi purpose vessel, built by Metal Shark Aluminum. A boat shed was constructed by Brunet’s construction to house said vessel.
Crewboat Cut authorized as new channel
Aerial view of the rocks placed along the Crewboat Cut in the Atchafalaya River. By ZACHARY FITZGERALD MORGAN CITY — After about eight years of planning and work, the Crewboat Cut is now officially the new federally authorized channel for vessels to travel through on the Atchafalaya River, according to port officials. U.S. Coast…
Land O’ Lakes company brings ship to Morgan City
Submitted Photo Courtesy of PMI Nutrition International The 360-foot ship Oslo Bulk 9 has begun landing at the Port of Morgan City By ZACHARY FITZGERALD MORGAN CITY — PMI Nutrition International, a company owned by Land O’ Lakes, began bringing a 360-foot ship into the Port of Morgan City about three weeks ago, and…
Duhon appointed to Commission
The Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District welcomed Gary Duhon as its newest Commissioner during their July meeting. Duhon, appointed by St. Mary Parish Council, will replace former Commissioner William Pecoraro
Port of Morgan City Executive Director speaks to local clubs
Morgan City Rotary Club members learned of the activities and expansions of the Port of Morgan City from Executive Director Raymond “Mac” Wade at a recent luncheon. From left are Rotary President Donald Stephens; Tori Henry, port administrative assistant; Cindy Cutrera, Port manager of economic development; Greg Aucoin, a past port commissioner; Wade; and club…
Test piles driven at emergency center site
Workers were driving test pilings Wednesday at the new Government and Emergency Operations Center in Morgan City. The center is expected to be in operation by the 2015 hurricane season.