Latest Port News
Grand Isle port still trying to rebuild after Ida: ‘Heart and soul of our fishing industry
BY LARA NICHOLSON | Staff writer Robert Collins' family has been producing dried shrimp in Grand Isle for five generations, dating back to the 1800s, but lately he's had to leave the island for parts of his business. His Louisiana Dried Shrimp Company exports to 47...
Grand Isle Port Commission announces Opening of Kayak Rental Kiosk
The Grand Isle Port Commission (GIPC) announces the opening of a Kayak Rental Kiosk Station at its recently renovated Kayak Boat Launch located at the end of Ludwig Lane near the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Complex in Grand Isle. The Kayak Rental...
Grand Isle Port Commission Announces Completion of ADA-Compliant Fishing Pier Repair Project
The Grand Isle Port Commission (GIPC) is pleased to announce the recent completion of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant Public Fishing Pier at the end of Smith Lane on Bayou Rigaud in Grand Isle.The Public Fishing Pier was built several years ago...
Grand Isle Port Commission announces completion of Kayak Boat Launch Repair Project
The Grand Isle Port Commission (GIPC) is pleased to announce the recent completion of the Kayak Boat Launch at the end of Ludwig Drive near the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Complex in Grand Isle. Established in 2015, the Kayak Boat Launch served as a...
Grand Isle State of the Port 2023
Administration and Management •Established and Achieved GIPC Goals & Objectives. •Identified and Established a Relationship with Key Community & Business Stakeholders (MSRC, Cox, Fieldwood, A-Port, DBS). •Identified and Established a Relationship with...
Leaders break ground on $4.3 million Grand Isle project to repair pier
Grand Isle, La. – Jefferson Parish leaders broke ground on Thursday (Dec. 7) on a $4.3 million project to repair a pier and bulkhead damaged by Hurricane Isaac. The pier is located at the end of Oak Lane and operated by the Grand Isle Port Commission, which reported...
The largest repair project in the history of the Grand Isle Port Commission (GIPC) recently kicked off with the award of a $4.3 million contract to Sea Level Construction for the Pier & Bulkhead project.
The project will consist of repairing the pier and bulkhead along Bayou Rigaud on both the east and west end of the GIPC commercial dock area. The GIPC commercial dock is located on the bay side of Grand Isle. Initiated in 2017 as a FEMA-funded...
In Memory of Mr. “Bob” Sevin
Gone Fishing! 11/13/1937- 9/10/2023 In memory of Mr. “Bob” Sevin, a cherished leader, passionate angler, and devoted family man. As former president of the Grand Isle Port Commission and a dedicated participant in numerous fishing rodeos, his presence in our...
Marine Safety Information Bulletin- Navigation Alert: Grand Isle/ Bayou Rigaud Dredging Operations
1. Continuing through approximately June 10, 2023, the U.S. Government Contract Cutterhead Dredge CREW COMPASS will be working in Bayou Rigaud from approximately Mile 0.3 to approximately Mile 4.0, non-continuous. Dredged material will be placed adjacent to the...
Grand Isle Port Commission announces dredging of Bayou Rigaud
The Grand Isle Port Commission is pleased to announce that the dredging of Bayou Rigaud has commenced. This dredging project last occurred in 2010 and is critical to the overall commerce of the Grand Isle Port and the Town of Grand Isle.
In Memory of Ambrose Besson
Tribute to a Legend! 4/1/1934 – 12/1/2022 Commissioner, Husband, Family, and Friend these are just some of the many titles held by Ambrose here in Grand Isle. Many people were affected by your absence especially those of us at...
Grand Isle Port Commission is hiring!
GRAND ISLE PORT COMMISSION EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSITION TITLE: Administrative Assistant EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT JOB OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT The Grand Isle Port Commission is seeking to hire a full time Administrative Assistant position...
Grand Isle Port Commission hosts Biology students from the University of Louisiana Monroe
Grand Isle Port Commission hosts Biology students from the University of Louisiana Monroe University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) professors, Dr. Kim Marie Tolson and Dr. John Carr, spent a week in June instructing ten Field Biology class students on conducting surveys...
Grand Isle Port Commission selects new Executive Director
Grand Isle Port Commission selects new Executive Director The Grand Isle Port Commission recently appointed Weldon M. Danos as the new Executive Director. Mr. Danos, a native of Raceland, graduate of Central Lafourche High School and resident of Grand Isle has...
The Grand Isle Port Commission is hiring a new director
Employment Opportunity POSITION TITLE: Executive Director EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time COMPENSATION: Salary and Benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience Grand Isle Port Commission is an autonomous government entity operated under the direction of five...
Millage Renewal on April 9th 2016
Important Millage Renewal for Grand Isle Port on April 9th On April 9, 2016, you will be asked to vote on a Tax Renewal of 5 mills for the Grand Isle Port Commission. We are asking for your help in passing this Renewal. The purpose of the Millage Renewal is to raise...
GRAND ISLE PORT COMMISSION ANNOUNCES DREDGING OF BAYOU RIGAUD
The Grand Isle Port Commission is pleased to announce that the dredging of Bayou Rigaud has commenced. This dredging project last occurred in 2010 and is critical to the overall commerce of the Grand Isle Port and the Town of Grand Isle.
Read the Press Release.
STAYING CONNECTED WITH THE GRAND ISLE PORT COMMISSION
The port has been working hard to accomplish past and future goals and improvements. We have received long awaited funding through FEMA and other Grant programs to help with the betterment of the port. It is not only our job to the port but also to the community to bring awareness of the importance of our establishment and also to the importance of our dedication in continuing to protect,preserve, restore and build to benifit the growth of Grand Isle.
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Alternative Oyster Culture Anchoring System to be Tested
When many alternative oyster culture (AOC) operations on Grand Isle were damaged during the 2020 hurricane season, Louisiana State University (LSU) researchers and Louisiana Sea Grant (LSG) personnel thought they found a mechanism to help AOC farms defend against tropical storms.
Read the newsletter here: https://www.laseagrant.org
Grand Isle Port Commission hosts Biology students from the University of Louisiana Monroe
University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) professors, Dr. Kim Marie Tolson and Dr. John Carr, spent a week in June instructing ten Field Biology class students on conducting surveys for plants and animals on various properties in Grand Isle.
Read the press release here: http://grandisleport.com/?p=314
Grand Isle Port Commission Selects new Executive Director
The Grand Isle Port Commission recently appointed Weldon M. Danos as the new Executive Director. Mr. Danos, a native of Raceland, graduate of Central Lafourche High School and resident of Grand Isle has forty-three (43) years of domestic and international experience in the Oil & Gas, Marine, Chemical and Refining Industries.
Read the press release here: http://grandisleport.com/?p=306
Important Millage Renewal for the Grand Isle Port to be held April 9th
This is a renewal of an existing millage and not a new tax, and will benefit the Grand Isle Port Commission. The Grand Isle Port has used the funds raised for acquiring, constructing, improving, maintaining, or operating structures, facilities, and services (including economic development) for the Port of Grand Isle.
Juanita Cheramie appointed to Grand Isle Port Commission
NOLA.com, August 17, 2015
http://www.nola.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/08/juanita_cheramie_appointed_to.html
New hatchery likely to double oyster production at LSU’s Grand Isle site, be something ‘every citizen in Louisiana will benefit from’
The Advocate, August 13, 2015
http://theadvocate.com/news/13152246-123/opening-of-new-hatchery-expected
New oyster hatchery officially opens on Grand Isle
NOLA.com, August 12, 2015
http://www.nola.com/environment/index.ssf/2015/08/oyster_hatchery_grand_isle_ope.html
Oyster farming: Grand Isle test project’s harvest underway
Houmatoday.com, June 10, 2015
http://www.houmatoday.com/article/20150610/ARTICLES/150619967?p=3&tc=pg&tc=ar