In 2022, the Port of New York and New Jersey helped create and support an astounding 563,700 jobs, according to a newly released report on the port’s regional economic impact. How did this happen? The Port Authority’s port workforce development program, created in 2016, focuses on bridging the gaps between vacant jobs in various industries that support the seaport and those looking for work through pathway programs and recruitment outreach efforts. Find out more about how the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Port Department staff work to connect local communities with the myriad career opportunities available in the region thanks to proximityRead More →

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With a vast network of companies in various industries and diverse positions to choose from, the transportation, logistics, and distribution industry (TLD) is a thriving field for those seeking a career and future at the Port of New York and New Jersey. Ocean carrier vessels, harbor craft, railroads, and trucks are all ways that we move billions of dollars of goods through the Port every year.   Trucking is a vital part of the TLD industry. Those who have recently earned their commercial driver’s license (CDL) will find that the Port of New York and New Jersey and its business partners offer many opportunities for CDL drivers. WhetherRead More →

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The Port of New York and New Jersey continues to serve as an integral part of the economic performance of the region, according to the 2020 New York Shipping Association Economic Impact Study. The port industry grew substantially, supporting over 500,000 jobs and $147 billion in economic activity, including federal and state tax revenue, business and personal income. Inclusive of this report is the Port’s 2019 record-breaking performance with: More than 7.4 million 20-foot equivalent containers (TEUs) Close to 578,000 vehicles Over 49.8 million tons of bulk cargo Nearly 140,000 tons of breakbulk cargo 304 cruise vessels In general, maritime operations through the Port haveRead More →

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The Council on Port Performance (CPP) met on April 9th to discuss the overall conditions at the  Port and the broader supply chain.  It was highlighted that Terminal Operators, in cooperation with the New York Shipping Association and the ILA, commenced non-contact temperature checks this week as an additional measure to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Such temperature checks will be conducted multiple times a day.  Port Director Sam Ruda emphasized that while “all stakeholders in the port community remain committed to keeping the regions goods moving and keeping the Port operational, it must be accomplished with a continued focus on health and safetyRead More →

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The vibrant waterways of New York and New Jersey are a source for hundreds of thousands of jobs, and more than 58 percent of firms, according to the 2019 Shared Harbor Survey, are looking for employees. Ongoing education and training are essential for employees and employers of the maritime transportation, logistics, and distribution (TLD) industry, and the New York and New Jersey region offers a diverse collection of educational opportunities. Skill gaps make it difficult for employers to identify the right talent New programs developed by two Council on Port Performance Workforce Development partners, Union County College and NJMEP,  provide clear pathways into the TLDRead More →

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