“The volume of imports and exports transported by our freight system is expected to more than double over the next 30 years…Most of this additional cargo will ultimately move along our surface transportation corridors, many of which are currently at or beyond capacity.” — Admiral Mark Buzby, Administrator of the Maritime Administration, to Congress 6/19/19
Daily deliveries tripled in NYC from 2009 to 2017
Limited and in-expandable road space with multiple bridge and tunnel choke points
Driver shortages and traffic congestion are forcing trucking companies to demand a premium to move cargo from NJ to NY
Congestion pricing as well as access to city-owned landing sites and grants will facilitate increased use of NYC waterways
“The city will assist in developing the facilities needed to support increased barging in our harbor.” — NYCEDC