Business in Jefferson Parish
Strategic Location
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Located at the crossroads of major international river, rail, and air hubs, Jefferson Parish offers seamless connectivity for commerce and your commute. Jefferson Parish is anchored by the region’s powerful intermodal transportation network, one of the largest in the South. With direct access to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, six Class I railroads, the Mississippi River system, and a comprehensive highway network, JP delivers the infrastructure businesses need and the accessibility residents value. Here, connectivity isn’t an advantage, it’s built into who we are.
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Rail
JEDCO benefits from extensive rail connectivity that strengthens the movement of goods throughout the region. Six Class 1 railroads and two short line carriers provide direct access to national and international markets, ensuring efficient freight transport for growing industries.
6 CLASS 1 RAILWAYS
- Canadian National (CN)
- Union Pacific
- Norfolk Southern
- Canadian Pacific Kansas City
- Burlington North Santa Fe
- CSX
2 SHORTLINE RAILS
- New Orleans Public Belt
- New Orleans & Gulf Coast
Navigable Waterways
Jefferson Parish is shaped by a powerful network of navigable waterways that connect the region to major domestic and international shipping corridors. This strategic access supports efficient maritime transport, strengthens logistics operations, and enhances opportunities for industrial and commercial growth.
6 Waterways
- Mississippi River
- Gulf Intracoastal Waterway
- Harvey Canal
- Algiers Canal
- Bayou Segnette
- Bayou Barataria
Ports & Deepwater Access
The Greater New Orleans area is a hub for imports and exports. More than 6,000 ocean vessels move through New Orleans each year, connecting the United States to the rest of world.
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Avondale Global Gateway
This 254-acre property is one of Jefferson Parish’s most valuable physical assets. The iconic site is poised to become a multi-modal logistics hub with advanced manufacturing at its core.
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Port of New Orleans
The Port of New Orleans is the only port in the U.S. served by six Class I railroads, 50 ocean carriers, 16 barge lines, and 75 truck lines. It is the fastest growing export and import port in the United States.
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Port of South Louisiana
As one of America’s largest tonnage ports, the Port of South Louisiana is the premier sea gateway for U.S. export and import traffic. The Port of South Louisiana spans 54 miles of the Mississippi River in the region adjacent to Jefferson Parish.
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
One of the fastest growing airports in the United States, the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is an economic driver for Jefferson Parish and the surrounding region. In recent years, the airport has added new nonstop flights and international airlines, like British Airways.
Helpful maps
Jefferson Parish Interactive Maps
Jefferson Parish GIS Map
