BATON ROUGE, La. (April 2026) – Deep South Crane & Rigging, LLC is proud to announce it has been named a recipient of the 2025 LWCC Safest 70 Award, recognizing the company’s continued commitment to workplace safety. This marks the thirteenth consecutive year Deep South has earned the distinction, having been recognized annually since 2013.

Presented by Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation (LWCC), the Safest 70 Award honors 70 companies across Louisiana that demonstrate exceptional performance in workplace safety, risk management, and employee protection. Selected from approximately 2,000 LWCC policyholder members, the award highlights organizations that proactively work to prevent injuries, reduce risk, and build strong safety cultures.

Deep South’s long-standing recognition reflects a company-wide commitment to safety as a core value embedded in every aspect of its operations.

“Safety is not just a priority for us—it’s a core value and the most important way we take care of our people,” said Jeremy Landry, President of Deep South Crane & Rigging. “Our team works in high-risk environments every day, and we are committed to ensuring that every employee goes home safely. This recognition is a direct result of the dedication, accountability, and vigilance our employees bring to the job every single day.”

To qualify for the Safest 70 Award, companies must maintain strong safety performance, remain in good standing with LWCC, and actively engage in safety programs and ongoing risk improvement efforts. Recipients represent a wide range of industries across the state, underscoring the importance of safety across Louisiana’s workforce.

Deep South continues to invest in training, planning, and best-in-class safety practices to support its employees, clients, and communities. The company’s consistent recognition by LWCC reinforces its position as a leader in safety within the crane and rigging industry.

About Deep South Crane & Rigging, LLC Deep South Crane & Rigging is a leading provider of heavy lift and transportation services, serving a diverse range of industries across North & South America. With a focus on safety, innovation, and technical expertise, Deep South delivers reliable solutions for complex projects while maintaining the highest standards of workforce protection.

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About Deep South: Deep South Crane & Rigging is a leading provider of heavy lift and transport solutions in the refining, chemical, and energy sectors. The company strives to equip its customers with the best tools to complete the task at hand and is home to the VersaCrane fleet.

The firm offers a complete range of services, from bare crane rental to turnkey heavy lift and transport solutions, serving clients across North and South America. It operates out of seven locations, including Baton Rouge, LA; Lake Charles, LA; New Orleans, LA; DeQuincy, LA; Beaumont, TX; Houston, TX; and Catlettsburg, KY. Sister company DS Americas operates out of Bogotá, Colombia.

Recent recognition includes: 2024 Industry Business Roundtable (IBR) Safety Excellence Award in Crane and Rigging, and 2023 IBR Mentor Award; 2023 and 2024 Greater Baton Rouge Industry Alliance (GBRIA) Safety Excellence Award; 2023, 2024, and 2025 Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association (SC&RA) Crane & Rigging Group Safety Award; 13 consecutive years included in Louisiana Workers' Compensation Corporation (LWCC) Safest 70; 2023 and 2025 Texas Mutual Platinum Safety Partner Award; Marathon's 2024 Exceptional Partner Award; and the 2025 Specialized Carriers & Riggers Foundation's Workforce Ambassador Award