Dear Stakeholders,

The Port of New Orleans is making significant progress on the design and development of the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) project, which is located in Violet, LA. The project is the largest public economic development project in the State and continues to receive strong support from global industry partners as well as state and federal governments. 

Currently, the project is undergoing the federal permitting process with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with permits anticipated later this year. Once the final permits are obtained, construction of the terminal will begin.

Pile Load Testing Update

On Thursday, February 6, and Friday, February 7, crews will conduct a 32-hour pile load test. This test involves applying a measured weight or force to an already driven pile to test its load-bearing capacity. This process tests the pile foundation by putting pressure on it to see how much weight it can safely support. 

Crews will be onsite for the entire duration of the test. Portable lights will be set up for the workers who will be monitoring the work overnight, and a hydraulic power pack will be in use to provide the necessary power during the test. It is not expected that these activities will result in any significant impacts to residents.

All necessary permits have been received for these tests and are available on our website. 

The Louisiana International Terminal is currently undergoing an environmental review process, as required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), before final permits can be issued and construction can begin. 

If you have any questions regarding the pile load test, please email LITInfo@portnola.com or call our hotline at 504-528-3494.

Surcharge Testing Update

Over the past few months, crews have been onsite conducting a series of permitted surcharge tests. To date, the majority of work on site that requires heavy equiment and large crews is complete. A small crew will remain on site to conduct tests. 

Similar to the pile load test, all necessary permits have been received for these tests and are available on our website. 

If you have any questions regarding the surcahrge test, please email LITInfo@portnola.com or call our hotline at 504-528-3494.

Regional Planning Commission (RPC): St. Bernard Transportation Study - Public Meeting No. 2

The Regional Planning Commission (RPC) will host a second public meeting to collect community and stakeholder input on findings and preliminary project alternatives under consideration as part of the Lower St. Bernard Parish, LA Roadway Network and Resilience Study (State Project No. H.015428). It is a "Stage 0" feasibility study aiming to identify future St. Bernard Parish transportation network improvements. The evaluation includes (1) an assessment of an anticipated Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) project network impacts and associated land use changes, (2) an evaluation of transportation related project alternatives to mitigate impacts, and (3) community input through the public engagement process.

Meeting: St. Bernard Transportation Study - Public Meeting No. 2

Date: February 4, 2025

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 

Format: Open House (arrive anytime)

Place: South Ballroom, St. Bernard Civic Center

Address: 3220 Jean Lafitte Parkway, Chalmette, La 70043

This meeting is free and open to the public. Registration is only helping the Project Team prepare printouts, etc. You DO NOT need to register to attend.

Note: The information collected, and the products produced in the planning process may be utilized as part of a subsequent environmental review or NEPA process.  

Kiewit Subcontractor/Supplier Event

JOIN KIEWIT TO LEARN ABOUT UPCOMING CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE LOUISIANA INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL − SITE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Kiewit is providing Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the Port of New Orleans Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) Site Development Project as well as the Wharves and Ramps Project.

The LIT involves the construction of a state-of-the-art container facility on the lower Mississippi River that will serve vessels of all sizes, increasing Louisiana’s import and export capacity.

Please join them to learn about the Site Development Project and upcoming contract opportunities - and to meet members of our project team.

Firms certified (or eligible for certification) as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) or a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) are highly encouraged to attend.

Help Us Get the Message Out

We want to ensure that this information reaches as many residents of St. Bernard Parish as possible. Please help us spread the word by sharing our updates with your friends, family, neighbors, colleagues, and more! For those who would like to be added to our distribution list, please email LITInfo@portnola.com.

We invite you to learn more about the Louisiana International Terminal by visiting our website at louisianainternationalterminal.com or our Community Connection Office in Violet. We will be in our Violet office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 AM - 4:30 PM and are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays by virtual or in-person appointment. Email us at litinfo@portnola.com or call (504)528-3227 to make an appointment with our team.

Thank you,

Kylie Mills

Communications and Community Engagement Manager