In 2008, the Port of New York and New Jersey handled 5.3 million loaded and unloaded 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs). Loaded containerized cargo volumes rose 1.7 percent, led by continued growth in trade with Asia and North Europe. The dollar value of all cargo that moved through the port exceeded $190 billion, a new record. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is investing $246 million in seaport-related improvements in 2009 to enable the Port to better handle projected growth.

In addition, ExpressRail, the Port Authority's on-dock rail system in New York and New Jersey, set a new record in 2008, handling 377,827 cargo containers, an increase of almost 20,000 over 2007.

For the latest full-year trade statistics reports for the Port of New York and New Jersey, click the links below:

March 20, 2009, Press Release on 2008 Trade Statistics

2008 Trade Statistics Fact Sheet

Summary of Trade Statistics 1991-2008

Oceanborne Bulk Cargo 1991-2008
Bulk and General Cargo 1991-2008
On Dock Rail Lifts 1991-2008
Motor Vehicles 1991-2008
Containers and Total TEUs 1991-2008
General Cargo Tonnage 1991-2008