Central Gulf Lines Inc Harbour Facility in New Orleans, Louisiana

Central Gulf Lines Inc is a harbour facility located at 650 Poydras St Ste 1800 in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 483111, which covers deep sea freight transportation. Situated along the Mississippi River, it plays a role in the region's maritime logistics network. As a harbour facility, Central Gulf Lines Inc handles cargo operations typical of inland ports, including containerized and bulk goods. The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations, including the EPA's Vessel General Permit (VGP) for discharges incidental to vessel operations and the NPDES program for shoreside stormwater management. Compliance with IMO MARPOL Annexes is also relevant for international vessels calling at the port. The facility's location in New Orleans places it within a major U.S. port complex that supports regional trade and industrial activity. Its operations contribute to the local economy by facilitating the movement of goods between inland waterways and global markets. Environmental management practices focus on stormwater runoff and oil-water separation to protect the adjacent Mississippi River ecosystem.

The facility is located along the Mississippi River near the Gulf of Mexico, an area with sensitive coastal habitats including wetlands and estuaries. Cargo handling operations may involve bulk commodities, containerized goods, or liquid cargo, each with distinct environmental considerations. Stormwater runoff from the facility must be managed to prevent contamination of nearby waterways, and oil-water separation systems are typically employed to handle any discharges from vessel operations.