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Registration begins at 8am
Conference begins at 9am
Attendance is free and includes complimentary breakfast and lunch.
All attendees must pre-register.
Event Agenda
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Marine Industry Day
This one-day conference brings together government and private industry leaders to discuss relevant topics and concerns related to navigation on the LMR and globally. This valuable program has been hosted by the GNOPSC Harbor Safety Committee since 2012.
2026 HSC Sponsors
Special THANK YOU to our 2026 Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors:
Louisiana Maritime Association
Louisiana State River Pilots
Gold Sponsors:
The Cooper Group
Turn Services
Silver Sponsors:
Archer Daniels Midland/Artco
Associated Federal Pilots
E.N. Bisso
Lanier & Associates
LeBouef Towing
Louisiana Maritime International Chamber of Commerce
McDonough Marine
University of New Orleans Transportation Institute
2026 Presentations
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VTS on the Lower Mississippi River
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Modernizing Vessel Traffic Services
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Merchant Marine Credentialing – Updates & the Future of Mariner Services
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CBP Operational Update & Industry Engagement Forum
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Post-Incident Drug Testing: Compliance, Challenges, and Expectations
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Port State Control: Trends, Deficiencies, and Operational Readiness
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MTSA Cybersecurity Regulations: Preparing for the Next Compliance Environment
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Louisiana Ports & Waterways Investment Commission Update
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Preparing for the 2026 Hurricane Season: Coordination, Response, & Recovery
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Alternative Fuels in the AOR: Readiness, Risk, & Maritime Operations
Thank You!