Import distribution centers are reshaping how major retailers move products across the country. These large facilities receive imported goods from ocean carriers and prepare them for transport to stores and customers across the United States. When located near a port, import distribution centers generate concentrated economic activity, create permanent jobs, and attract substantial commercial investment.

New Orleans East is a competitive location for this type of project. The area offers significant advantages–proximity to deep-water port access, interstate highway connections, and a strong regional workforce. Import distribution centers act as magnets for private investment by creating jobs and increasing economic activity throughout the region. With available land and the infrastructure needed to support development, the project will attract new businesses, stimulate commercial and retail growth, and support neighborhood revitalization.

“When infrastructure grows, opportunity grows,” said Istvan Molnar, director of economic development at Entergy New Orleans. “Projects like this create high-impact job opportunities and attract new private capital, which expands economic mobility for families in New Orleans East.”

Bringing an import distribution center to the city will deliver measurable benefits for residents. It will increase tax revenue, support commercial investment, and create accessible career opportunities. Many roles do not require a college degree and provide clear paths for skill development and advancement. These facilities also encourage auxiliary growth such as retail, housing, and service businesses, strengthening long-term neighborhood stability.

Entergy New Orleans will continue to collaborate with partners and developers committed to bringing this project to New Orleans. We remain committed to driving economic growth and expanding opportunity for the communities we serve.