KEY TAKEAWAYS: CityBusiness launches its first 2026 Power List series Profiles top leaders in the port and maritime sectors Honorees recognized for economic and global industry impact Next Power List will focus on tourism and hospitality in April   New Orleans CityBusiness is proud to p rofile leaders in the local port and maritime sectors. Click here to read the publication. The special section marks the first in our 2026 series that aims to recognize some of the region’s most influential professionals in their respective industries. The individuals profiled in the following pages comprise an array of firms, organizations and institutions and are united by a commitment to moving their industry forward. Whether it is through a lifetime of work, building the local economy or making the industry more trusted, their impact is clear. The ripples of their achievements can be felt not only in New Orleans but stretch across the global maritime industry. Please keep an eye out for our next Power list in April that focuses on tourism and hospitality.         Editor Lance Traweek can be reached at [email protected]. ...read more read less