Shell Norco

06/24/2026

🚒 Behind every strong emergency response team is a story like Jamie Latiolais’s.

An Air Force veteran turned Emergency Response Team Lead at Shell Norco, Jamie brings years of experience, discipline, and global perspective to his role - helping ensure the right people and resources are in place when it matters most.

From serving overseas to building a lifelong career in firefighting, his commitment to learning and service is a great example of the dedication behind our team. 🇺🇸

👉 Read his story: https://www.shell.us/about-us/who-we-are/shell-usa-at-a-glance/projects-and-locations/shell-norco/norconews/air-force-firefighter-brings-experience-to-Norco.html

06/17/2026

We’re excited to celebrate a major milestone for education and workforce development in Louisiana! 🩵💛

Southern University and A&M College has been approved for the first chemical engineering degree program at an HBCU in Louisiana - opening the door for more students to pursue high-demand careers in energy, manufacturing, sustainability, and beyond.

Shell is proud to support this groundbreaking program through leadership, collaboration, and a $5 million investment to help strengthen its future and expand opportunities for students.
As Emma Lewis, Executive Vice President for Shell Chemicals, shared:

“At Shell, we have believed in the promise of this program from the beginning… We’re excited to see that shared vision become reality.”

Together, we’re helping build a stronger, more diverse talent pipeline and investing in the next generation of innovators who will shape the future of energy. 💡

A new degree program is headed to Southern University's College of Sciences and Engineering.

06/16/2026

Students at our Partner in Education school, Harry M. Hurst Middle School, are getting hands-on experience for their futures through the Advanced STEAM Lab -where engineering, technology and creativity come together. From building projects to producing news segments, they’re gaining real-world skills and confidence along the way.

Programs like this are helping students explore career pathways early and build the problem-solving skills they’ll use for years to come, and we're excited to be a part of it!

Explore how the Advanced STEAM Lab at Harry Hurst Middle School combines engineering, journalism, and real-world learning experiences to prepare students for future careers and success.

06/11/2026

🎣 to an unforgettable weekend at the 2026 Louisiana Sportsman Show, presented by Shell!

We had an amazing time connecting with outdoor enthusiasts, families, and future innovators at this year’s show.

⭐ Guests had the chance to meet Jimmy Houston Outdoors at the Shell booth - signing autographs, sharing stories, and showcasing his impressive Shell Rotella Bass Boat.

🐢 We were also proud to welcome the Wetland Watchers K-12 Service-Learning Project, giving kids and families an opportunity to get up close and interact with local wildlife while learning about conservation.

🔬 The fun continued with Mike’s Kids Club from LSU, where hands-on STEM activities inspired young minds and sparked curiosity.

👋 And of course, a huge thank you to our Shell employee volunteers who greeted guests, handed out Shell swag, and hosted exciting drawings for autographed Jimmy Houston giveaways!

From fishing legends to future scientists, it was a weekend full of learning, connection, and community - we can’t wait to do it again!

05/27/2026

FINAL UPDATE: 6/2/26 3:30PM

We have completed the restart of the last unit affected by the recent fire and have returned to normal operations. Flaring has returned to routine levels.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

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Norco Neighbors,

Repair work on the final unit affected by the recent fire has been completed, and we are moving into start-up.

As we do, you will notice increased flaring. Moderate flaring is expected tonight and tomorrow, with heavier flaring over the weekend. We anticipate returning to normal operations by Monday.

Thank you for your continued understanding. We will keep you updated on our progress.

05/21/2026

FINAL UPDATE: 5/25/26 2:30PM

Start-up activities associated with some of the units impacted by the recent fire have been successfully completed.

Looking ahead, the final unit affected by that incident is expected to begin start-up mid-week. We will provide messaging to the community when that process begins.

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UPDATE: 5/22/26 9:00AM

Start-up activities associated with one of the units impacted by the recent fire has been delayed due to an issue involving a third-party provider that affected the site last night.

As a result, community members may currently observe flaring at the plant. We anticipate this issue will be resolved later this afternoon. Once resolved, the team will continue working toward the original start-up plan.

As noted in our earlier communication, there may be periods of increased flaring and potential smoke over the weekend as the unit is safely brought back online.

We will keep you updated throughout the process. 

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Norco Neighbors,

We want to provide an update as we continue recovery work following the recent fire.

Flaring activity will be visible as we begin startup of one of the impacted units. The flare will be more noticeable from the east side of the plant near Prospect Avenue, and we expect flaring to begin on Friday, with periods of heavier flaring and possible smoke over the weekend as the unit is safely brought back online.

Repair work on this unit is nearly complete, and these activities are a normal part of the startup process.

We sincerely appreciate the community’s patience and support during and after this event. Please be assured that the safety of our employees, neighbors, and the community remains our top priority.

05/21/2026

🍔 Shell Norco volunteers fired up the grill and served hundreds of hamburgers to the Harry M. Hurst Middle School 8th grade class as they celebrated their end-of-year picnic today! Congratulations on finishing middle school – enjoy the start of summer and best of luck as you take the next big step into high school. We’re cheering you on! 🎓☀️

05/14/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Destrehan High School Class of 2026! We’re honored to be your Partner in Education and celebrate this incredible milestone with you. Keep chasing those dreams! ✨

05/13/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Hahnville High School Class of 2026! Tonight we celebrate your hard work, your growth, and the bright futures ahead. Keep believing in your dreams - they’re just getting started. 💜💛

05/11/2026

What better way to bring our Shell Norco team together than good food, great company, and a little Louisiana flair? A few weeks ago, the Site Leadership Team hosted a Crawfish Boil in the Firehouse as a thank‑you to our employees for their continued commitment and hard work.

Beyond 6,000 pounds of crawfish and all the fixins’ from the Seafood Pot , the day was really about people and milestones. We took time to share our sincere appreciation with Tammy Little as she wrapped up her role as Vice President - thank you again, Tammy, for your leadership and lasting impact at Norco - and to officially welcome Alex Markos as our new Vice President.

Moments like these give us the opportunity to pause, connect, and recharge as we look ahead to the rest of the year and continue driving toward our site ambitions together. For those who couldn’t join us in person, the crawfish still made its way across the site later that day and throughout the week.