On behalf of the WISTA USA NOLA Chapter, we are thrilled to welcome you to the 2026 WISTA USA AGM & Conference. It is an opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, pursue professional development, and expand your network. Join us for an engaging look at waterway efficiency, innovations in U.S. shipbuilding, and the evolving role of cybersecurity and AI in maritime.

We look forward to seeing you May 6-8, 2026 in New Orleans!

~Sara Kuebel

WISTA USA NOLA Chapter President

Join Us in New Orleans May 6-8, 2026!

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Who is WISTA USA?

WISTA USA, founded in 1997, is among the largest National WISTA Associations (NWAs) worldwide, with over 900 members spread across 12 regional Chapters: Connecticut; Delaware River & Bay Area; Florida; Great Lakes/Midwest; Hampton Roads; New England; New Orleans; New York / New Jersey; the Pacific Northwest (Alaska, Washington, and Oregon); Texas; Washington, DC Metro; and West Coast (California and Hawai’i).

Pictured: Past & Present WISTA leadership.

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