About this Event
The Gulf Intracoastal Canal Association's 121st Annual Seminar will take place
August 5-7 at the Westin Canal Place, New Orleans
We are continuing to shape our program and agenda. Our speaker list and presentations this year will again be highlighted by senior leaders in industry, government, and our Federal partners. We'll have relevant, timely, and interesting topics addressing the inland waterways.
2026 GICA Seminar Agenda
KEY NOTE SPEAKER:
We are finalizing GICA's 2026 Keynote Lunch Speaker for Thursday, August 6th.
Addional information will be provided soon!
HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
Rooms have been reserved at the Westin Canal Place at the Special GICA rate of $149 single/double per night.
NOTE the GICA Special Room Rate closes on Tuesday, July 14th. Reserve now as available rooms are going fast!!
or call 888.627.8180 or 504.566.7006
Federal Government Employees:
A limited number of rooms have been set aside at the Federal Travel Rate of $133. Federal government employees .
HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE SEMINAR:
There are three different registrations for the 121st Annual GICA Seminar:
Seminar Attendee Registration
Sponsorship Registration
Exhibitor Registration
Electronic Registration is the PREFERRED method and is available for all three registrations by simply clicking on the red Get Tickets Button noted at the top of this page.
However, if you prefer to register and pay with a CHECK or CREDIT CARD by mail, please
, download, and complete the COMBINED REGISTRATION FORM and mail to:
GICA Seminar
P.O. Box 2698
Covington, LA 70434
with your check or credit card information enclosed. Please make all checks payable to "Gulf Intracoastal Canal Association".
SEMINAR ATTENDEE REGISTRATIONS:
There are four (4) seminar attendance registration options:
GICA Member - $420
Non-GICA Member - $500
Government Employee - $300
Maritime Student - $60
SPONSORSHIP REGISTRATION:
Please consider continuing your support of GICA through a Seminar Sponsorship. The financial support we gain from our generous sponsors is essential to maintaining the posture and credibility of our organization. This will be especially true as we look to improve the excellent industry support provided by GICA to date.
There are four sponsorship levels:
Platinum - $2,500
Gold - $1000
Silver - $750
Bronze – $500
All seminar sponsors are recognized throughout the event for their commitment to GICA. Please respond with your level of support prior to July 30th to ensure your company is included on all published materials prepared in advance of the seminar.
EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION:
Exhibitors are an integral part of our Seminar. Exhibitors can expect to reach an outstanding audience of waterway, maritime, and industry experts during the event. Don't miss the opportunity to highlight your company before our large and diverse list of seminar attendees!
Displays should be set up prior to 3:00 pm Wednesday, August 5th and may remain until the close of the Seminar on Friday August 7th at 12:00 p.m.
Exhibitors receive one (1) complimentary seminar registration as part of the $700 Exhibitor fee. If you plan on additional personnel attending and participating in the seminar (i.e. attending the GICA sponsored social events after hours, lunch on August 6th, etc.), a separate seminar registration will be required. Additional persons attending to merely staff a booth who will not participate in the above activities will NOT be required to complete a separate seminar registration. Exhibitor registrations must be received by August 1st, 2026, to facilitate space availability.
The hotel will provide each Exhibitor a 6-foot table, wastepaper basket and two chairs. Please contact Paul Dittman at [email protected] if you have any additional needs. Please note, Exhibitors are responsible for any additional charges assessed by hotel.
See you soon!
Paul Dittman
President, GICA
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Westin Canal Place, New Orleans, LA, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 748.79
