CityBusiness has released its highly anticipated list of the Top Construction Projects for 2026, spotlighting key developments poised to impact the New Orleans metro area. Notable projects include Port NOLA’s $1.8 billion Louisiana International Terminal, a $763 million investment in the New Orleans Convention Center, a $500 million UBE Chemicals plant in Jefferson Parish, the $400 million Bayou Phoenix redevelopment, and a $300 million children’s hospital by Ochsner.

This roundup consolidates information on these massive undertakings, detailing their current status, financial scale, and anticipated timelines. The Louisiana International Terminal at Port NOLA aims to enhance global trade connections, while the Convention Center’s capital plan includes a significant hotel development, adding approximately 1,000 keys.

Key updates in recent weeks include the arrival of modular production units at the UBE plant, with ongoing mechanical construction. Meanwhile, the Bayou Phoenix initiative progresses with condition assessments following a 2025 demolition, and construction at the Ochsner Children’s Hospital is underway, aiming for an early 2028 opening.

Located throughout Greater New Orleans, these projects span from the Port in New Orleans to Jefferson Parish and the historic Convention Center downtown. The UBE plant will bring a substantial industrial boost to Jefferson Parish with its 900,000 square-foot facility, while the Bayou Phoenix redevelopment eyes a significant transformation of the New Orleans East area.

These developments are set to reshape the region’s industrial capacity and visitor infrastructure, with significant economic implications. The anticipated growth affects demand for construction services and materials, while also influencing local real estate markets, particularly in terms of land values and hospitality offerings.

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