Posted on October 22, 2025
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has appointed Dale S. Revelle to the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA). Revelle was sworn in during the October board meeting and will serve a five-year term, succeeding Walter J. Leger Jr. as one of four Orleans Parish representatives on the seven-member regional board.
“Dale Revelle brings decades of maritime industry experience and a proven commitment to trade, transportation, and the economic vitality of our region,” said Beth Branch, Port NOLA President and CEO & New Orleans Public Belt (NOPB) CEO. “His leadership in vessel operations, shipping agency management, and service to local trade organizations will strengthen our mission to drive commerce and connect global markets. We are delighted to welcome him to the Board.”
Branch added, “We also extend our deep gratitude to Walter Leger Jr. for his dedicated service on the Board of Commissioners. His leadership and commitment to economic development have made a lasting impact on Port NOLA and our region.”
Port Commissioners also serve as Commissioners of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad board, and Revelle will become NOPB’s newest commissioner with this appointment. NOPB, a Class III switching railroad, is an independent political subdivision of the state of Louisiana with the primary mission of serving the Port of New Orleans and local industries.
“It is an honor to join this esteemed Board of Commissioners and contribute to the growth of Port NOLA and the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad,” said Revelle. “Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to advancing maritime trade and strengthening partnerships that benefit our region and state. I look forward to working alongside my fellow commissioners to further enhance Port NOLA’s role as a leading gateway for global commerce.”
