Arlen "Benny" Cenac Jr., Houma, Louisiana

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Grilled Peaches and Creamy Ricotta — A Match Made for Summer

When the sun is high and the peaches are ripe, there’s no better way to celebrate summer than with a simple yet stunning dessert. Grilled Peaches with Whipped Ricotta and Spicy Honey brings together the sweetness of fresh fruit, the creamy indulgence of ricotta, and a warm drizzle of sweet hea

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Benny Cenac in Business

Under his tenure as owner, Benny Cenac has led the company since 1981 through several industry shifts by focusing on customer service, efficiency, quality and safety in its marine construction and repair services. In addition to Cenac Marine Services, Benny Cenac Jr. owns several other business entities in the gulf coast region, touching a wide-range of industries such as retail, manufacturing, wholesale and agriculture.

About Benny Cenac

Arlen Benny Cenac Jr. is a Houma, Louisiana-based entrepreneur with a global reach, an avid philanthropist in the gulf coast region of the U.S. and a strong supporter of coastal restoration. Benny Cenac is a third-generation owner of Cenac Marine Services, originally founded in 1927 by his grandfather. Benny Cenac is also a lifelong philanthropist, donating both his time and money to dozens of regional, national and international causes.

Benny Cenac in Houma

A lifelong resident of Louisiana, Arlen Benny Cenac Jr. continues to take a more proactive role in his community. He is very involved in projects that help to improve the community and continues to give back to his hometown of Houma. From stimulating the local economy through his many businesses to protecting Louisiana from the negative effects of coastal erosion, Arlen Benny Cenac Jr. is proud to serve those in the community he calls home, the friends he considers family, and the great state of Louisiana.

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Grilled Peaches and Creamy Ricotta — A Match Made for Summer

When the sun is high and the peaches are ripe, there’s no better way to celebrate summer than

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Exploring the Coastal Gems of Lake Michigan

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Louisiana Irises and Heritage Oaks: Moncus Park Botanical Mission

In the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana, Moncus Park has emerged as a vital green space and ecological

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New LEAP Data Shows Louisiana Moves Closer to Excellence

The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) has released the 2025 results for the Louisiana Educati

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Vibrant and Fresh: Herbed Chicken with Zesty Arugula Salad

When the days grow long and the air turns warm, nothing satisfies quite like a fresh, vibrant meal t

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Breeze Expands in New Orleans with Routes to Top South Carolina Cities

Travelers departing from New Orleans now have convenient access to two standout destinations on the

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Uncrowded and Affordable: Global Destinations to Discover

For travelers seeking unforgettable global destinations without spending a fortune, flying internati

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West Baton Rouge Parish Leads the Way in Tackling Chronic Absenteeism

While school systems across Louisiana—and indeed the nation—continue to grapple with the growing cha

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Scuba, Cast, Camp: Explore Every Corner of Dale Hollow Lake

Nestled between the Kentucky-Tennessee border and stretching across Clinton, Cumberland, Overton, an

In the News

Cenac Marine Services Earns New Safety Certification

"My team has worked hard with regulating bodies to ensure that we are pioneers in this industry."

Houma Today // June 16, 2018

Local Businessman to Build Four Ships to Help Local Economy

Benny Cenac, owner of Main Iron Works in Houma LA, announced a contract to have 4 inland towboats for Kirby Inland Marine.

Houma Times // April 10, 2018

Popping Off Rounds for Charity

On the Golden Ranch plantation grounds, dozens of contestants awaited turns at shooting clay discs for a cause.

Houma Times // March 15, 2018