Posted on December 19, 2024
By Stacey Tinsley, Bossier Press-Tribune
The Port of Caddo-Bossier marked a significant milestone on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, with the official opening of its new 40,000-square-foot heavy-load, multi-modal warehouse. This state-of-the-art facility is poised to elevate the region’s logistics and transportation capabilities, reinforcing the Port’s role as a key economic driver in Louisiana.
“Build it, and they will fill it is the best way to describe this project,” said Caddo-Bossier Parishes Port Commission President Bill Altimus. “The Port Commission has always been very responsive to the needs of our tenants. When they said they needed more warehouse space to store their materials, we constructed the 100,000-square-foot warehouse. Now we are opening a second, smaller warehouse to house even more materials.”
Funded through a collaborative effort by the Port of Caddo-Bossier, the Red River Waterway Commission, and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, the warehouse represents a strategic investment in regional infrastructure.
“The governor has made it clear to those of us in leadership: Louisiana’s ports are at the forefront of our transformative work here in the state,” said Julia Fisher-Cormier, commissioner with the Louisiana Office of Multimodal Commerce. “The Office of Multimodal Commerce continues to support and fund smart growth through our Port Priority Program. Caddo-Bossier’s port warehouse project exemplifies smart growth that fulfills an immediate need with long-term economic benefits. Our Louisiana ports are the heart of our economy.”
Designed to handle heavy-load and multi-modal cargo, the facility will streamline operations for businesses and industries in the area, increasing efficiency and fostering economic growth. Local officials and community leaders gathered to celebrate the occasion, emphasizing the project’s importance to the local and regional economy.
“This new warehouse is more than just a facility—it’s a game-changer for our community,” Altimus added. “It symbolizes progress and partnership, and it will create economic opportunities for years to come.”
The warehouse’s opening aligns with the Port’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of commerce and industry. It further solidifies the Port’s position as a vital player in Louisiana’s transportation and logistics network.
