Louisiana Super Sites

The Port of Shreveport-Bossier
Shreveport, Louisiana
Located in northwest Louisiana on the navigable Red River is the Port of Shreveport-Bossier, a fast growing multi-modal inland transportation and distribution center. The Port’s proximity to Interstates 20 and 49 as well as the proposed Interstate 69, along with rail, water and air access, make this 2,000 acres super site worth a look for large manufacturers and distributors. Regarding distribution, UPS ranks Shreveport-Bossier among the top five cities in the country capable of reaching the largest segments of the population with next day service. Nearly 30 million people and some of the South’s strongest consumer markets, including Dallas-Fort Worth, are within one day’s reach by motor freight.

Cargoes handled at the port include liquids, aggregate, steel and coal, among other products. The 2,000-acre site includes a Foreign Trade Zone, Customs Port of Entry and an Economic Development Zone. The site features industrial capacity water and sewer, two general cargo wharves, three liquid cargo wharves, connection to Union Pacific mainline railroad, a roll on/roll off ramp, and paved roads to all available sites. In addition, a 500-megawatt power plant is planned to provide competitive electric rates to the Port’s current and potential customer base.

• Acres: 2,000
• Unique characteristics: Rail, water and air access; proposed power plant
• Suited for: Large distribution and manufacturing, especially chemicals and steel