BAYONNE, N.J. (Sept. 15, 2026) – A wave of construction investments coming to Hudson County will modernize and improve transportation infrastructure, strengthen vital utilities, and advance technology, all while creating jobs and greatly benefiting the regional economy.

NJ Alliance for Action’s Hudson County Chapter meeting this morning featured first-hand details on upcoming work and opportunities to network with the decision-makers shaping projects.

“The projects announced today are exciting for both New Jersey’s construction industry and everyone who lives in, works in or visits Hudson County,” NJ Alliance for Action President Jerry Keenan said. “These investments are improving quality of life and delivering major economic benefits to the region.”

Hudson County Chapter Co-Chairs, President of the Hudson County Building & Construction Trades Council Patrick Kelleher and Connell Foley Partner & Construction Co-Chair Michael McBride, kicked off the morning with opening remarks.

Digital Realty Market Director Mark Cochrane spoke about plans to continue growing in New Jersey. The company expects to invest hundreds of millions of dollars in Hudson County and currently has two new data centers planned for the region. Cochrane also shared details on the upcoming expansion of Digital Realty’s Totowa Campus.

NJ TRANSIT Director of Capital Project Delivery & Administration Jonathan Nelson presented details on key capital and infrastructure commitments, including new articulated bus stock.

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Assistant Director of PATH Capital Programs Damian McShane shared updates on the $275 million Substation 2 project. The new substation will replace aging electrical equipment, improve resiliency, and facilitate the development of the Powerhouse Arts District and the Hudson Exchange Redevelopment in Jersey City.

Veolia North America Director of Engineering Antonio Vicente said that in 2026 the utility plans to invest over $190 million statewide and $20 million in Hudson County across water main and valve replacements, lead service line replacements and more. Vicente detailed over $6.8 million in upcoming water main projects, including over $1.1 million in Weehawken infrastructure investments, and several upcoming bridge projects in Secaucus.

Get more details on upcoming opportunities and network with the leaders driving forward NJ’s construction industry at another can’t-miss Alliance for Action event here.