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American Express and The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Announce Plans for New Centurion® Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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Today, American Express and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey announced plans to expand the Centurion Lounge Network with its first ever location at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

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  • Today, American Express and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey announced plans to expand the Centurion Lounge Network with its first ever location at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
  • American Express is the first credit card issuer to announce plans to open a proprietary lounge at EWR.
  • “The new Terminal A is the first step in a renaissance for Newark Liberty International Airport,” said Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole.
  • American Express also announced plans to open new lounge locations at Reagan National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C. and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL).

ITS Logistics June Port Rail Ramp Index: Canada West Coast Port Strike Move Pacific Port and East/West Rail Region to ‘Severe’

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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RENO, Nev., July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ITS Logistics today released the June forecast for the ITS Logistics US Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index. This month the index reveals ‘severe’ conditions in the Pacific Port and both East and West Inland Rail Ramp regions due to the West Coast port labor strikes occurring in Canada. In addition, ITS forecasts that the labor strike at the Ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert will not only negatively impact Canada but will have a severely negative impact on the US supply chain as well due to reconsigned freight.

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  • This month the index reveals ‘severe’ conditions in the Pacific Port and both East and West Inland Rail Ramp regions due to the West Coast port labor strikes occurring in Canada.
  • The ITS Logistics US Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index forecasts port container and dray operations for the Pacific, Atlantic, and Gulf regions.
  • Ocean and domestic container rail ramp operations are also highlighted in the index for both the West Inland and East Inland regions.
  • Visit here for a full comprehensive copy of the index with expected forecasts for the US port and rail ramps.

Boingo Wireless SVP Rachel Rea Named One of New York's Above & Beyond Innovators

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Boingo Wireless , a total connectivity provider of distributed antenna systems (DAS), Wi-Fi, and private networks, announced that its Senior Vice President of Operations Rachel Rea has been named to New York’s Above & Beyond: Innovators list.

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  • Boingo Wireless , a total connectivity provider of distributed antenna systems (DAS), Wi-Fi, and private networks, announced that its Senior Vice President of Operations Rachel Rea has been named to New York’s Above & Beyond: Innovators list.
  • This is the second year Rea has been recognized on this prestigious annual list.
  • “It’s an honor to be named a Top 50 New Yorker for serving our customers with world-class connectivity solutions,” said Rea.
  • These visionaries set new industry standards and pave the way for progress, pushing their colleagues with forward-thinking strategies.

Ports of Montreal, Québec and Trois-Rivières taking the Net-Zero Challenge

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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MONTREAL, May 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Ports of Montreal, Québec and Trois-Rivières are taking the federal government's Net-Zero Challenge.

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  • MONTREAL, May 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Ports of Montreal, Québec and Trois-Rivières are taking the federal government's Net-Zero Challenge.
  • By announcing their collective participation in the Net-Zero Challenge, the ports of Montreal, Quebec City and Trois-Rivières are joining forces to accelerate the decarbonization of maritime transport on the St. Lawrence River corridor.
  • The ports of Montreal, Quebec City and Trois-Rivières signed a cooperation agreement in 2022 covering various aspects, including communications, innovation, the environment, marine operations and asset management.
  • This shared commitment to the Net-Zero Challenge is a tangible example of promising projects set in motion to develop a strong shipping corridor from a sustainable development perspective.

CHLI ANNOUNCES NEW CONGRESSIONAL BOARD MEMBERS

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is proud to announce the addition of two new Congressional members to its bipartisan board of directors. These additions serve to solidify the representation of thoughtful leaders from the Hill in support of CHLI's vision of advancing the Hispanic community's diversity of thought and its important mission to develop future leaders.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is proud to announce the addition of two new Congressional members to its bipartisan board of directors.
  • The new members of the Board of Directors are U.S. Representative Carlos Gimenez, (R-FL) and U.S. Representative Rob Menendez, (D-NJ).
  • They join an impressive list of existing bipartisan Congressional members on the board, which can be found on the CHLI website: https://chli.org/leadership/ .
  • The Board and our vital programs will be well served by their expertise and dedication," said The Honorable Lincoln Diaz-Balart, CHLI Chairman.

POLLO CAMPERO OPENS FIRST MANHATTAN LOCATIONS NEAR PORT AUTHORITY AND IN HERALD SQUARE

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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DALLAS, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pollo Campero, the Guatemalan-born fast casual restaurant specializing in uniquely flavorful chicken and a diverse menu, opened its first Manhattan location today at 601 Eighth Ave., near Port Authority, with another slated for next week at 966 Sixth Ave. in Herald Square.

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  • A grand opening celebration is planned for March 15 at the Herald Square location, featuring a day of family fun and giveaways.
  • The first New York City-area Pollo Campero opened in Corona, Queens, in 2004.
  • "The busy Herald Square and Port Authority areas offer fantastic locations to introduce Manhattan to Pollo Campero's delicious and unique menu," said Campero USA Managing Director and COO Luis Javier Rodas.
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    The new Herald Square and Port Authority restaurants offer dine-in, delivery and to-go service.

JetBlue Celebrates Groundbreaking of JFK’s New Terminal 6 with Governor of New York, Other Leaders

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Friday, February 24, 2023
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The groundbreaking, held Thursday at JetBlue’s JFK maintenance hangar, only reinforces the airline’s commitment to JFK, Queens, and New York.

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  • The groundbreaking, held Thursday at JetBlue’s JFK maintenance hangar, only reinforces the airline’s commitment to JFK, Queens, and New York.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230224005301/en/
    New York Governor Kathy Hochul (seventh from right) and JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes (first right) joins leaders for the JFK Terminal 6 groundbreaking.
  • (Photo courtesy: Office of the Governor of New York)
    The new Terminal 6 will connect seamlessly with JetBlue’s current home at Terminal 5, adding gates and opportunity for the airline to add flights, destinations and partner airline connections.
  • The new terminal will be developed in two phases, with the first new gates opening in 2026 and construction completion in 2028.

Martha Bogle rejoins HNTB as vice president, project director

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Martha Bogle, PE, has rejoined HNTB Corporation as vice president and project director, bringing nearly 25 years of experience in transportation infrastructure project design and project management. Bogle, who is based in the New York office, has served as an executive leader in both the public and private sectors, most recently as Chief of Design for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Martha Bogle, PE, has rejoined HNTB Corporation as vice president and project director, bringing nearly 25 years of experience in transportation infrastructure project design and project management.
  • Bogle regularly partnered with the Authority's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to provide technical assistance and training opportunities to historically underutilized businesses.
  • "I am thrilled that Martha has chosen to return to HNTB, and I know she will have an immediate impact delivering for our clients."
  • Bogle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in civil and environmental engineering from Lafayette College.

GridMatrix Partners with Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to Launch AI Traffic Software Platform on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge

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Monday, January 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GridMatrix has partnered with The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to launch GridMatrix's cloud-based software platform for advanced traffic analytics on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge. Collectively, these bridges and tunnels carry more than 180 million vehicles annually between New York City and New Jersey. 

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GridMatrix has partnered with The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to launch GridMatrix's cloud-based software platform for advanced traffic analytics on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge.
  • Collectively, these bridges and tunnels carry more than 180 million vehicles annually between New York City and New Jersey.
  • GridMatrix is solely using live public feeds from existing Port Authority cameras for this deployment.
  • "It's a privilege to partner with the Port Authority and support its sustainability, safety, and broader operational goals.

JEMB Realty Selects NYI to Re-establish 75 Broad as NYC Interconnection Hub

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JEMB Realty is excited to announce a strategic partnership with NYI focused on re-establishing 75 Broad Street as an interconnection hub.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JEMB Realty is excited to announce a strategic partnership with NYI focused on re-establishing 75 Broad Street as an interconnection hub.
  • The partnership will help address the growing demand for interconnection and resilience in the New York City market.
  • By offering a tenant friendly operating environment and leveraging the abundant existing telecom infrastructure, JEMB and NYI look to rebuild the carrier ecosystem and restore 75 Broad to its significant position in the city’s interconnection landscape.
  • Situated in the heart of the Financial District, the iconic 75 Broad building boasts a rich telecommunications history.