The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to implement actions to raise standards for workplace racial and cultural diversity

Holistic Review Began in Summer 2020 Following Death of George Floyd; Work Led by Leadership Steering Committee of 10 PA Senior Executives and More than 125 Employee Volunteers Management Training Courses to Add Major Focus on Supporting Diversity and Inclusion Three Initiatives Encourage Upward Mobility in Job Categories with High Proportion of Diverse Employees Through… Read the full press release

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey launches new assistance to people who are visually impaired

John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, and LaGuardia airports will now offer free Aira services for duration of year-long pilot program New York City, New York, United States, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port Authority has launched a 12-month pilot program at John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, and LaGuardia airports… Read the full press release

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Mobile Portals Project recognized with the 2019 Government Experience Award

RidePATH, CrossingTime, MyTerminal Apps and New Websites for JFK, LGA and EWR Honored By Center for Digital Government National Research and Advisory Institute Award Recognizes Agency’s Commitment to Excellence in Customer Service New York City, New York, United States, 2019-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced today… Read the full press release

Munich Airport International to operate and maintain the $2.7 billion Terminal One at Newark Liberty International Airport

Agreement with Munich Airport International a major milestone in development of new world-class terminal Terminal One a key element in the ongoing $28 billion transformation of Newark Liberty, JFK and LaGuardia airports New York City, New York, United States, 2019-Jul-16 — /Travel PR News/ — In a major step forward in the development of a new… Read the full press release

NEW ELIZABETH COMMUNITY OFFICE OPENS IN SUPPORT OF NEWARK LIBERTY’S $2.7-BILLION TERMINAL ONE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Elizabeth joins growing network of community centers supporting major Port Authority redevelopment projects at Newark Liberty, JFK, LaGuardia and the Port Authority Bus Terminal New York City, New York, United States, 2019-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its ongoing commitment to the local community in the development of the $2.7-billion Terminal One Redevelopment… Read the full press release

Port Authority and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports to introduce new dining and retail outlets at Newark Liberty’ Terminal B

Port Authority, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports introducing 22 Jersey-centric shopping and dining destinations, totaling more than 25,000 square feet Other enhancements at agency airports include unlimited free Wi-Fi, upgraded restrooms, family-friendly amenities and real-time information on wait times at security and taxi lines New York City, New York, United States, 2019-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — New… Read the full press release

Earth Week 2019: Port Authority announces that 50% of its shuttle bus fleet will be all-electric by summer

Recent arrival of six buses at Newark Liberty, in addition to six at JFK and expected arrival by June of six more at LaGuardia, puts agency ahead of schedule for full conversion of 36 shuttle bus fleet Key element of PA’s “Clean Dozen” sustainability program, rolled out with agency’s embrace of Paris Climate Agreement in… Read the full press release

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey names Sam Ruda as its new director

Director Sam Ruda takes over East Coast’s largest port at time when cargo volumes continue at record levels; New director tasked with driving continued growth and implementing visionary Port Master Plan, a strategic blueprint to deal with continuing growth over the next 30 years; Bethann Rooney, a 26-year Port Authority veteran, assumes new role as… Read the full press release

New community outreach office in Newark opens to support the $2.7-billion Terminal One Redevelopment Program at Newark Liberty International Airport

Office to serve as central resource for job and contracting opportunities for local residents and businesses New York City, New York, United States, 2019-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its commitment to engage local communities during the ongoing redevelopment and modernization of its facilities throughout the region, the Port Authority today (Apr 15,… Read the full press release

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey opens 28 upgraded nursing suites at Newark Liberty, John F. Kennedy, LaGuardia and New York Stewart airports

28 larger, ADA-compliant pods are among the latest in a series of Port Authority initiatives designed to improve the customer experience  New York City, New York, United States,, 2019-Mar-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port Authority has opened 28 upgraded nursing suites for mothers on the go who are seeking enhanced privacy and comfort at… Read the full press release

Renewable solar power projects at John F. Kennedy International Airport gets a green light

New York City, New York, United States, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Agency’s plans to integrate more than 10 megawatts of solar power at John F. Kennedy International Airport will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, while providing local low-income residents the opportunity to purchase clean energy at reduced rates The New York State Public Service… Read the full press release

EWR, JFK, LGA & SWF now provide passengers with free, unlimited access to high-speed Wi-Fi

High-speed Wi-Fi allows passengers to easily stream, download and browse internet throughout airports during unlimited free sessions Part of agency’s commitment to best-in-class customer service offers seamless, high-speed experience at all Port Authority airports at time of record passenger volumes New York, NY, 2018-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In a major improvement from past… Read the full press release

The Port Authority announceS the appointment of Edward Cetnar as the new Superintendent of the Port Authority Police Department

New York, NY, 2018-May-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port Authority today announced the appointment of Edward Cetnar – the agency’s Deputy Superintendent of Police since November 2014 – as the new Superintendent of the Port Authority Police Department. Mr. Cetnar replaces Michael Fedorko, who announced his retirement last week after serving as Port Authority… Read the full press release

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey approves proposed minimum wage increase for workers at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Liberty

Proposal Would Raise Minimum Wage for All Workers at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Liberty to $19/hour by 2023; $2 Increase for Workers at Newark This Year  60-Day Public Comment Period to Begin in Early April and Conclude in Early June Ahead of Final Vote Raising Wages Improves Security by Reducing Turnover and Allowing for Better… Read the full press release