New York City Invests $18 Million in Brooklyn Marine Terminal Upgrades

The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has recently awarded three maritime infrastructure contracts totaling $18 million to enhance operations at the Brooklyn Marine Terminal. This initiative is part of the larger “Harbor of the Future” vision unveiled in 2024, aimed at expanding capacity at the Port of New York and establishing a new “blue highway” for freight and commerce within the city.

As a key step towards revitalizing the terminal and container port, NYCEDC has finalized contracts for the removal of four decommissioned cranes at Piers 9A and 10. Additionally, a new electric Ship-to-Shore (STS) crane will be acquired to serve the Red Hook Container Terminal at Pier 10, along with essential fender repairs to safeguard the pier against future vessel damage.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating, “After decades of neglect, we are now embarking on a transformative journey with an initial $18 million investment to modernize this maritime port. This marks a significant step towards realizing the full potential of the 122-acre Brooklyn Marine Terminal.”

In collaboration with New York Governor Kathy Hochul, the future vision for the terminal was outlined in May 2024, with an initial $95 million investment pledged by the state and city. NYCEDC’s current $18 million expenditure includes funding for the new electric STS crane, fender repairs at Pier 10, and the removal of the outdated cranes.

The demolition and removal of the four out-of-service cranes will be carried out by Atlantic Coast Dismantling (ACD) from April to August 2025. These cranes, some of which were damaged during superstorm Sandy in 2012, will make way for the new electric crane. Liebherr USA has been contracted to deliver the all-electric STS crane, which is expected to be operational by Spring 2027.

Andrew Kimball, President & CEO of NYCEDC, emphasized the significance of these contracts in rejuvenating the Brooklyn Marine Terminal and advancing the city’s maritime infrastructure. The agency has engaged with various stakeholders and the community to shape a shared vision for the site over the past eight months.

Looking ahead, the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force will soon vote on a Vision Plan outlining the future development of the site. The plan aims to transform the terminal into a modernized maritime port and a vibrant mixed-use community serving the Red Hook and Columbia Street Waterfront District.