The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ)

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) is a bi-state agency established in 1921 through an interstate compact between New York and New Jersey. It oversees and manages critical transportation and trade infrastructure within the Port of New York and New Jersey, a 1,500-square-mile port district encompassing a 25-mile radius from the Statue of Liberty.

Transportation Infrastructure

PANYNJ operates a comprehensive network of transportation facilities, including major airports, seaports, bridges, tunnels, rail transit, and bus terminals that serve millions of passengers and cargo annually.

• Airports: Manages several major airports including John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, and Teterboro Airport. These collectively form the largest airport system in the United States.
• Seaports: Operates the largest port complex on the East Coast, including Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal, Port Jersey Marine Terminal, and Howland Hook Marine Terminal, handling substantial cargo volumes.
• Bridges and Tunnels: Manages six bi-state crossings such as the George Washington Bridge, Lincoln Tunnel, and Holland Tunnel, facilitating travel between New York and New Jersey.
• Rail Transit: Operates the PATH rail transit system connecting Manhattan with New Jersey and oversees Port Authority Trans-Hudson Corporation commuter rail services.
• Bus Terminals: Manages major hubs like the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan and the George Washington Bridge Bus Station for intercity and regional bus services.

World Trade Center

PANYNJ is responsible for the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. It has overseen the reconstruction of the complex, including the completion of One World Trade Center, which is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Headquarters

The Port Authority's headquarters are located at 4 World Trade Center, 150 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007.

Location

• NYC, NY, USA

Through its extensive management of transportation and trade infrastructure, The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey plays a pivotal role in facilitating the movement of people and goods. Its efforts support the economic and social well-being of the New York/New Jersey region.