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New York Cruises offers all the amenities you could want in a private charter yacht and more. An event aboard the Atlantis yacht is one of the finest New York cruises in the city.

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The Atlantis is the ideal luxury yacht charter for your elegant dining experience. The Atlantis Yacht of New York Cruises is a state-of-the-art private yacht offering our Clients opulent dining indulgence and an exquisite ambiance unique to our yacht charter. Surrounded by the iconic city skyline, New York cruises aboard the Atlantis Yacht is the ideal setting for your next corporate or family event celebration. New York Cruises offers all the amenities you could want in a private charter yacht and more. Aboard the Atlantis Yacht, your guests will relish being surrounded by the breathtaking NYC skyline, the historic landmarks dotting the shoreline, and views that can only be appreciated while cruising through New York City’s metropolitan harbor and waterways. Our company, New York Cruises, and flagship yacht, the Atlantis, offers three decks, two fully enclosed that make for a perfect yacht cruise on the storied waterfront any time of the year.

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The Atlantis Yacht is a luxurious yacht available for private events in the New York and New Jersey area. Here are some of its key features:

Luxury experience: The yacht is known for its opulent design, formal dining spaces, and state-of-the-art amenities, offering an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere for your event [1, 2, 3]. Multiple decks: The Atlantis boasts three decks, two of which are fully enclosed, providing ample space for guests to mingle and enjoy the sights [3, 4, 5]. Ideal for various events: Whether it’s a corporate event, a family celebration, or a wedding, the Atlantis can be customized to accommodate your needs [2, 4, 5]. New York City views: Cruises on the Atlantis take you around the New York Harbor, offering stunning views of the iconic city skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and other landmarks [1, 4, 6]. Exquisite dining: The yacht is known for its exceptional catering services, providing an unforgettable dining experience for your guests [3, 4]. Advanced technology: The Atlantis is equipped with top-notch sound and lighting systems, perfect for creating the desired ambiance for your event [2]. Overall, The Atlantis Yacht is a fantastic option for those seeking a luxurious and memorable event venue in the New York and New Jersey area.

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An event aboard the Atlantis yacht is one of the finest New York cruises in the city. The Atlantis is the ideal luxury yacht charter available for your elegant dining experience. The Atlantis Yacht of New York Cruises is a state of the art private yacht that offers our Clients opulent dining indulgence combined with an exquisite ambiance unique to our yacht charter. Surrounded by the iconic city skyline, New York cruises aboard the Atlantis Yacht, is the ideal setting for your next corporate or family event celebration.

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BEST WEDDING EVER!!! I was all set up at another venue to get married on October 17th, 2020. Three weeks before my wedding, I was informed they were going to need to cancel. Frantic and ready to cancel, my now husband had suggested a boat. I googled party boats in Brooklyn, and the Atlantis came up, and to be very honest, I was skeptical, I called anyway. I spoke to a lovely woman, her name was Kelly and explained the situation, and she was very sympathetic to what was happening. She set me up with an appointment with Amanda to have a tour of the boat. My husband and I got to the boat and met with Amanda and knew immediately we were in good hands. This woman is amazing. Leading up to the event date, there were so many changes due to hot zones and what have you, and several times I was ready to give up, and it was her who told me, you deserve to be a bride and have the wedding of your dreams, and she and her awesome team delivered at every single turn. From Jamie in billing, which was so sweet, Captain Fred and his beautiful wife who oversaw every detail and cruised us around the city (some of my guests did not even know we left the dock until they were invited to the top deck to see the cake cutting by the Statue of Liberty). All the servers that none of my guests waited for a drink, the food was out promptly nobody was waiting, they were awesome, and the food was delicious (get the lamb chop ordures). Everybody on the Yacht was amazing. Amanda, we want to thank you for everything you did for us. We could not have pulled off the best wedding of all time, all the little details, the communication between vendors. It was like working with a best friend easy peasy. From the very bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. Things happen for a reason. My husband and I are so happy the other place canceled on us; it would have been a nice event but nothing close to what an AMAZING EXPERIENCE all our guests and we had.

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My wife and I originally had a destination planned in Jamaica back in May of 2020. For obvious reasons due to COVID we ended up having to postpone and moved it to January 2021. By October things started getting bad again and we decided to cancel entirely but did not want to cancel our wedding date we just wanted to do something smaller right here at home. We were very panicked and not sure how to make it happen but in stepped the Atlantis and they eased all our troubles. We can honestly say our experience was better than we could have ever imagined. Top to bottom, the service, the food, the accommodations were all perfect. We still were able to give our friends and family an experience, which we hoped to get from Jamaica and everyone was so pleased. Amanda is amazing at her job and we even told her after the wedding how much we will miss her and how we want to keep in touch because she made us feel like family. I hope I get another chance to experience the Atlantis as a guest one day or even planning the party myself again (hopefully this time in much warmer weather). I don't have a bad thing to say about anything they did and I think that speaks volumes to how great of a team they are! Thank you so much to the Atlantis for giving my wife a dream wedding!

I recently had my wedding on this beautiful boat and I could not have asked for anything more. The food selection was vase and delicious; the decor was amazing; the staff helpful, professional and polite; the management was very accommodating and creative in helping plan the event. They truly made you feel like a long time friend or part of the family when meeting with them to plan the event. My guests had a wonderful time and walked away with a unique experience that we are still talking about a month after the wedding. One could not have ask for anything more. I would repeat my wedding and all my events on The Atlantis and will recommend to all who would ask.

I'm sorry Richard A, But I tried not to responded this post but it is impossible. Your crew messed up at the end of the night. What your company did is what I paid almost $30,000 for. The cake I bought, not your company.. therefore any final decision as to what goes in the garbage should have been mine. I can't even look at my cake or the pictures because it reminds me of how your company screwed up what would have been a beautiful night. I paid for those sentimental items. They should have been returned to me regardless of what you think. You should have ask me point blank. Your company lied about what really happened to the items when I first asked about them. Shame on you Atlantis Yacht and New York Cruises. If you care about your sentimental items such a cake toppers and hand made items don't have your party here. If you want a company to blame you for their mistakes have your party here.

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We're very happy that your guests had a positive experience on our yacht. The dining room looked fantastic with your decor choices and everyone seemed to enjoy their evening. We are sorry that you were upset with some things that happened, but we did address many of your concerns as soon as you brought them to our attention. You added vanilla and chocolate ice cream to your menu, which was not present at dessert display. Although we wish it was brought to our attention that night, we sincerely apologized for that, and we did refund you for the added dessert immediately. A final count is required to ensure that we provide ample food and beverage for your guests. We purchase all of the products and hire staff for the amount of guests that you specify whether or not they attend the event. This is why the no refund policy is made clear to you in advance. During the event, we made sure to replenish the buffet several times with the extra food. You mention that we did not attempt to right any of the issues that you stated in this review, but when you expressed that you were unsatisfied previous to this review, we had our chef prepare 10 meals that were sent to your home. Additionally, the cake you ordered was beautiful, but the flowers that cascaded down the side could not be served to guests due to safety concerns. They were placed on the cake with toothpicks, which began to break as the flowers were being taken off the cake, which made them inedible. The number on the top of the cake was also attached with toothpicks, therefore needed to be removed for cutting. As we discussed, this was a miscommunication. If you would have asked for these things to be included with the wrapped cake top, we would have been happy to send them home with you as keepsakes. We realize that nothing can replace things that have sentimental value, and wished that you would have expressed this on board. Our team at New York Cruises takes pride in our relationships with clients, from beginning meetings, to requested appointments to ensure details are perfect, until the last guest has left the boat. We felt that we were very accommodating and we wish you the best in the future. We strive to have each client highly satisfied with us by the time the cruise ends. Even if the circumstances are out of our control.

9-20-14 was my 25th wedding anniversary on the Atlantis Yacht we left out of sheepshead Bay. The planning process was great I met with Amanda 3 times durning the whole process. We had decided to buy our chair cover and sashes. Which was cheaper then what the Yacht was asking. We did pay for them to put them on which worked,out wonderful. We still saved. The service on the yacht was excellent I really can't complain. The food was excellent my 173 guest really enjoyed themselves. Amanda and Christian was very professional thought out the whole night. The crew was fabulous and very respectful to our guest. Well if you paid over $29,000 for your affair they should treat everyone polite and respectful. Which they did. We where supposed to have a ice-cream station which was paid for. The ice cream made it on to the yacht but not to my guest. How disappointing, since we had about 14 ppl under the age of 21 that I had promise ice cream would be there. Not to mention many other guest who love ice-cream including my self.. NO ICE CREAM My serous complaint came at the end. I had a very expansive custom made fondant Anniversary cake with handmade roses. My cake topper which was #25 was suppose to be our keepsake which we paid a lot of money for. I had told Amanda that I would like the top part of the cake. Which included some of the roses and the cake topper. Well when it came time to departed , we got the top of the cake alright. No roses no number. They put it in the garbage without even asking me..I felt so violated . They never even apologized or paid me for my sentimental items. They stated that there is nothing they can do about it... Shame on Atlantis Yacht and New York cruises.. Not to mention I had a contract that guarantee 150 but I paid for 190 and only 173 of my guest showed up. You would think that they would reimburse me partial of the guest that didn't show. Our give us food to take home. They gave us absolutely nothing. But they get to keep the food and money. we paid $120 per guest plus taxes and gratuity. I'm not blaming them for the no shows. However Who has over $2,000 to waste and not have anything to show... Shame on them. here is a tip if you having an affair it's better to under estimate and bring extra money for extra guest. Then to over book and you get no refund....lesson learned.. Just be careful ... So for the lack of doing the right thing or poor customer service they get 3 out of 5. Which if they decided to right any of the wrong I would give them 5 stars. All and all my guest had a wonderful time they didn't know what went wrong. I'm a very sentimental person little things mean a lot to me. They fumble at the end and it cost them a client. I will try cloud nine next year for my all white party...

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The 25 Best 4th of July Cruises in NYC 2024 – The Ultimate Guide

Guaranteed views of the spectacular fireworks.

If you’re spending the 4th of July in New York, a fireworks cruise may be the best way to celebrate it. NYC’s 4th of July cruises guarantee you a relaxed evening with unobstructed views of the fireworks. No need to go through the hassle of securing a spot in the crowded areas. 

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Which 4th of July cruise in New York is the best?

We have tried many cruises over the years. Some, unfortunately, were disappointing and way too expensive for what you got (so these are not represented in my best list).

We can personally recommend these two 4th of July cruises:

• the 4th of July Macy’s Fireworks on Schooner Adirondack
• July 4th NYC Fireworks Party Cruise on Cornucopia Majesty Yacht

We always had a great time on these boat tours.

Details on each 4th of July cruise in NYC

If you are still unsure of which 4th of July fireworks cruise is the best pick for you and your party, you can find more information on each 4th of July Fireworks Cruise in NYC below. Please note that the fireworks are typically launched around 9 pm.

Tacos and Tequila July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise

In the mood for tacos and tequila? Then come aboard La Barca and celebrate the 4th of July with Mexican food while admiring the festively lit skyline and enjoying a great view of the fireworks! A DJ will provide the music and in addition to the buffet with Mexican delicacies, there will be an open bar with drinks.

In total, you’ll be out on the water for 4.5 hours. Note that the minimum age is 21.

Ultimate NYC 4th of July Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Hornblower Infinity

This will probably be the biggest 4th of July party of your life: Experience an unforgettable July 4th celebration with exclusive front-row views of the spectacular NYC fireworks display, set against the iconic backdrop of the New York City skyline. Delight your palate with a gourmet dinner buffet featuring an array of delectable options while sipping on beverages from the premium open bar. Groove to the rhythm of live music and entertainment provided by a talented DJ, ensuring an evening filled with excitement and memories to cherish.

4th of July Cruise aboard Louisa of the Seas

If you want to celebrate the 4th of July in New York City with a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience, come aboard the Louisa of the Seas! This 4-hour cruise on the Hudson River will not only give you a great view of the Manhattan skyline and some of the city’s most beautiful sights, but also of the 4th of July fireworks!

Chef Thiago has created a special 6-course menu for this evening, including lobster and BBQ. The price also includes three alcoholic beverages and unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee. Live music and entertainment will also be provided. You don’t want to miss this unique experience!

4th of July Fireworks Cruise on Kingston

If you want to admire the 4th of July fireworks from a classic yacht, come aboard the Kingston! There’s a covered area in the middle part of the ship, while you’ll have an unobstructed view of the sky from the forward and rear decks.

On this cruise there is a standard open bar with wine, beer, champagne and soft drinks. You’ll also be served a delicious menu of light appetizers. The menu includes delicacies like lobster roll and shrimp skewers, as well as vegetarian options like roasted vegetables with aioli. For dessert, you can look forward to delicious cheesecake!

On this three-hour cruise, you’ll not only get a breathtaking view of the beautiful New York skyline, but you’ll also get to see the famous Macy’s 4th of July fireworks.

4th of July Cruise on Horizon's Edge Yacht

If you want to spend the American Independence Day in a special way, come aboard the mega-yacht Horizon’s Edge! This family-friendly luxury cruise features an open bar as well as a sumptuous BBQ buffet with American dishes. Dance to the sounds of the live DJ and take in the view of the stunning Manhattan skyline. During the tour you can see New York’s most famous landmarks before finally admiring Macy’s famous 4th of July fireworks.

4th of July Family Friendly Fireworks Cruise on Liberty Belle

Experience the world-famous 4th of July NYC fireworks up close on an exclusive party boat. On board the Liberty Belle, you can sip cocktails at the bars, dance to the best hits from a live DJ and enjoy the view of the New York skyline from the open decks. The Liberty Belle departs from Pier 36 at 7:30 pm (boarding starts an hour before!) and tickets start at just $199.

New York City Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise with Lobster Dinner

Grab a front row seat for New York City’s fireworks display on this Fourth of July cruise with lobster dinner. Get an up-close look at the Manhattan skyline while digging into a buffet-style dinner with an open bar. A DJ will spin tunes on board to keep the party mood going.

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• Delight in superior views of the fireworks display on this fun, casual cruise
• Enjoy an open bar and gorgeous vistas of the Manhattan skyline
• Dance the night away as DJs spin the latest hits and quintessential party songs

Celebrate 4th of July on the TOP RATED Cornucopia Majesty Yacht

Celebrate America’s Independence Day on the Cornucopia Majesty and be part of an unforgettable 4th of July Fireworks Party. During the 4-hour cruise, you can not only enjoy the view of New York City’s skyline with a tasty drink in your hand, but also dance to the music of a live DJ. All ages are welcome to celebrate the 4th of July on this boat and feast on American specialties at the lavish dinner buffet.

The highlight of this cruise is certainly Macy’s big 4th of July fireworks show, which you can admire with a front-row view.

Enjoy a luxurious 4th of July Fireworks Cruise on Atlantis Yacht

Celebrate the American Independence Day In Style Aboard A Luxurious Yacht! Experience a unique event by enjoying Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular from the comfort of a luxurious yacht that offers breathtaking views and a great atmosphere. This event is suitable for the whole family, with enough space for you to make the most of every moment. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and unlimited drinks throughout the cruise. The yacht offers a prime location with views of the skyline and fireworks – an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones.

Serenity Yacht Cruise

Come on board the Serenity Yacht NYC and watch the 4th of July fireworks. While the live DJ entertains you, you can enjoy the Premium Open Bar to drink something and enjoy the view of the spectacular Manhattan skyline. Since this is a family-friendly cruise, non-alcoholic beverages are of course available for those under 21. Small appetites can be satisfied at the dinner buffet.

This 4th of July cruise departs from Pier 15 (78 South Street at Fletcher Street).

Enjoy breathtaking views on the Cornucopia Princess Yacht

The 4th of July Cruise on the Cornucopia Princess Yacht is a family friendly event. There is an open bar that also offers a selection of non-alcoholic beverages for all guests under 21 years old. You can satisfy your small appetite at the dinner buffet while the live DJ provides some music. On the Cornucopia Princess, you’ll have a breathtaking view of the New York skyline and later you can enjoy Macy’s famous 4th of July fireworks from the front row.

4th of July Macy's Fireworks Cruise on Manhattan

On this 3.5 hour cruise on the Manhattan, you’ll not only have a stunning view of Macy’s famous 4th of July fireworks, but you’ll also have a spectacular view of the New York City skyline. Aboard this 1920s-style luxury yacht, you can celebrate the American Independence Day with a delicious prix fixe menu of light hors d’oeuvres. Beverages like champagne, wine, beer and soft drinks are available at the open bar.

Don’t miss this festive cruise and book your ticket today!

4th of July Fireworks Cruise on Timeless Yacht

Come aboard the Timeless Yacht Cruise on July 4th and celebrate America’s Independence Day on the water. Starting at just $199 per person, you’ll get this 4-hour boat cruise with views of Macy’s famous 4th of July fireworks. The event is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Boarding begins at 6:30 p.m. at Pier 36.

Macy's July 4th Fireworks Viewing Cruise from Brooklyn

Celebrate Independence Day with the best views of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks on a fun harbor boat ride departing from Brooklyn just 40 minutes from Times Square by Subway.

4th of July NYC Party Cruise on Harmony Yacht

The 4th of July Party on the Harmony Yacht is an event for the whole family! Boarding begins at 6:30 pm at the Skyport Marina (E 23rd St). There will be a delicious dinner buffet and an open bar. A live DJ will provide entertainment on board and of course, you’ll have a great view of Macy’s 4th of July fireworks. Tickets are starting at $149 per person.

4th of July Macy's Fireworks on Schooner America 2.0

Celebrate American Independence in a very special way and come aboard the Schooner America 2.0! This ship is a tribute to the original America, which was built in New York in the 1800s. During the boat ride, you’ll have a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline, which is festively lit in celebration of the 4th of July. Later you will be able to see Macy’s famous 4th of July fireworks on the East River. 

Of course, food and beverages will be provided. Drinks (soft drinks, beer, wine & champagne) are available at the open bar and for dinner there is a delicious prix fixe menu. There are vegetarian dishes like roasted vegetables with balsamic glaze, as well as delicious beef Wellington and tasty shrimp skewers. For dessert, you can choose between apple pie and blueberry cheesecake.

The Ultimate 4th of July Dinner Cruise on the Emerald Princess

Experience an evening of luxury aboard the Emerald Princess with an open bar and dinner buffet featuring a delectable array of passed appetizers, drinks, and buffet selections. Indulge in the comfort of reserved seating available for all guests while enjoying live entertainment provided by an onboard DJ, who will keep the atmosphere lively with family-friendly hits to dance the night away. As the ship sails towards prime viewing spots, revel in the anticipation of witnessing the spectacular Macy’s NYC Fireworks Show, offering an unparalleled view of the dazzling display against the city skyline.

Bateaux New York 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise

Come aboard the Bateaux New York, a fully glass-enclosed, luxury dining cruise for your Fourth of July celebrations! A five-hour upscale dining cruise on the Hudson River includes a delicious three-course plated dinner with attentive table side service. Take in the panoramic, breathtaking views of the infamous New York City skyline and the Fireworks Display (weather permitting). Sit back, relax, enjoy your spectacular meal and the live acoustic quartet musical entertainment, and celebrate the United States of America!

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July 4th New York City Fireworks Cruise

Celebrate July 4th on this New York City Fireworks Cruise. Depart for the evening to the beats of a live DJ. Enjoy a buffet style menu featuring pasta, finger foods, chicken, salad, desserts and more! Sip on an alcoholic beverage from our onboard cash bar. Grab the festive party favors provided as the firework show begins. Your cruise will return once the fireworks end.

4th of July NYC Fireworks Cruise

Aboard Liberty Belle to celebrate this Independence Day in New York City. Celebrate sailing the waters and enjoy the Macy’s Spectacular Fireworks Show. All tickets include open bar and a delicious dinner. Live DJ playing top hits will keep you this Independence Day memorable along with your favorite drink. Enjoy the show of the July 4th fireworks. This is a NYC Dance Cruise. Aboard and sip your favorite drink, eat delicious food, dance and enjoy! You will get a 3-Hour premium open bar, food, and complimentary party favors. VIP Tickets include priority boarding and a reserved table at private lounge with a bottle of MOET to cheer this Independence Day. Enjoy the views of Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building , One World Trade Center and more! This is a great experience to celebrate in style. Treat yourself into this unforgettable experience.

July 4th New York City Fireworks Cruise with Buffet and Live DJ

Celebrate July 4th on this New York City Fireworks Cruise. Depart for the evening to the beats of a live DJ. Enjoy a buffet style menu featuring pasta, finger foods, chicken, salad, desserts and more! Sip on an alcoholic beverage from our onboard cash bar. Grab the festive party favors provided as the firework show begins. Your cruise will return once the fireworks end. What’s Included:

• July 4th New York City Fireworks Cruise 
• Buffet Style Menu featuring pasta, chicken, salad, finger foods, dessert and more! 
• Live DJ Music

Circle Line 4th of July Evening Cruise

Circle Line is a very well-known sightseeing cruise operator in New York and also offers one of the best 4th of July cruises. The cruise includes a light dinner with classic summer dishes and great drinks. Most importantly, however, you will enjoy guaranteed views of the fireworks, particularly from the outdoor deck space.

What you’ll get:

• light dinner
• guaranteed views of the 4th of July fireworks

4th of July Fireworks on Clipper City Tall Ship

See New York City’s 4th of July Fireworks from the deck of a tall ship for the ultimate visibility and photo ops. Help the crew raise the sails and navigate the ship, or just sit back and enjoy the show. Each year’s fireworks show consists of more than 40,000 shells exploding above the East River for a brilliant display celebrating the nation’s birth. Buy tickets in advance to avoid the last-minute scramble for 4th of July plans!

• Food and beverages included
• Best possible vantage point for fireworks show
• See the NYC skyline from the water
• Open bar throughout the cruise

NYC July 4th Macy's Fireworks Family Friendly Festive Boat

Your cruise will have a live DJ on 2 floors and 2 dance floors. There will be 4th of July giveaways, a light buffet, a cash bar, and fun toys for the children. While waiting for this spectacular show in the sky, you’ll see famous landmarks including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Freedom Tower, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the NYC skyline. As the boat docks getting ready for the show, the DJ will have music to dance to for full family fun. 

Macy’s has been hosting a 4th of July fireworks show in NYC since 1958. The Brooklyn Bridge and the East River are the new stars of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, the largest fireworks show in the United States. You’ll have front-row seats to the fireworks show, as special firing platforms will be set up along the span and about 50,000 pounds of fireworks are set to launch!

NYC 4th of July Brunch Cruise

This 4th of July brunch cruise is one of the newest boat tours where you can celebrate the Independence Day of the USA in a wonderfully relaxed way. The ship has three different decks where you can combine sightseeing with brunch. The icing on the cake is the live DJ on board who will entertain you on this tour from George Washington Bridge to Brooklyn Bridge.

What is the route of the boat tours?

The number of 4th of July cruises in New York can be quite overwhelming. That’s why we have created a table for you that features the best 4th of July fireworks cruises in NYC. This way, if you want to spend the country’s birthday on a cruise, you can easily make a decision. The location for the 4th of July fireworks has not yet been confirmed. The fireworks cruises, however, will all adjust their route according to the locations of the fireworks!

Which 4th of July cruise in NYC is the cheapest?

The cheapest 4th of July cruise starts at around $199.

Where do the 4th of July cruises depart from in New York?

The departure point depends on the operators: the three main ones depart from Chelsea Piers on the Hudson River at Pier 61/62, from Battery Park and from Pier 36 in the Lower East Side. However, there are also Queens and Jersey City as departure locations.

Is there a dress code?

No. Only the Bateaux 4th of July Cruise requires an elegant or dressy-casual attire (cocktail wear or dressy-casual attire is appropriate and dressy jeans are acceptable although casual jeans, t-shirts, athletic shoes and foam flip flops are discouraged).

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New York Dinner Cruises

A dinner cruise is a wonderful way to enjoy the Brooklyn and Manhattan skylines. You're sure to enjoy the views. New York dinner cruises include meals along with sights.

The Spirit of New York outdoor deck is a perfect spot to gaze at NYC Harbor. They have lunch, dinner and theme cruises. Grab a cocktail in the lounge and dance to the latest music. Dock at Chelsea Piers.

The Bateaux New York is a European-inspired vessel that offers brunch, lunch and dinner cruises. Enjoy an afternoon or evening of splendor on New York Harbor. As you view the skyline through glass ceilings and walls, you'll savour gourmet cuisine, fine wines and live jazz. Departing from Chelsea Piers.

Skyline Cruises has dinner cruises and brunch cruises year-round. They depart from World's Fair Marina, Pier One, Flushing Meadows, NY. Cruise by the the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty. DJ entertainment. Free parking at the marina.

Hornblower Cruises offers three-hour Manhattan dinner cruises on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday evenings. Three course meal and cruise by the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and the skyline. They also have Jazz brunches on Sunday. From Pier 40 on the west side.

North River Lobster Company offers 2-hour dinner cruises to the Statue of Liberty and back. Departs from Pier 81 (West 41st Street & the Hudson River).

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Premium Fourth of July NYC Fireworks Cruise on Atlantis Yacht

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• Unique experience:   Enjoy the Macy's fireworks show from the comfort of a private yacht, offering stunning views and a luxurious atmosphere.
• Family-friendly:   The event caters to all ages, with ample space and amenities for everyone to enjoy.
• Gourmet dining and open bar:   Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and unlimited drinks throughout the cruise.
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Atlantis NYC Yacht

12th Avenue & West 41st Street

New York, NY 10036

This exclusive NYC Fourth of July event aboard the Atlantis Yacht offers a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate Independence Day. Cruise along the scenic New York City waterways, enjoying breathtaking views of the city skyline as you indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and unlimited drinks from the open bar. As the sun sets, prepare to be dazzled by the iconic Macy's fireworks display, lighting up the night sky with a vibrant and awe-inspiring spectacle. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to create lasting memories with loved ones while celebrating America's birthday in style.

The boat is scheduled to depart the dock at Jul 04, 2024 @ 6:00 PM sharp. Please allow plenty of travel time. July4th.com is not responsible if you miss boarding the boat.

Butler-Style Passed Appetizers

• Cocktail Franks in Everything Spice Puffed Pastry w/ Pickled Cabbage and Spicy Mustard
• Bacon Wrapped Filet Tips w/ White Truffle Hollandaise
• Coconut Shrimp w/ Orange Marmalade
• Mini Brie and Pretzel Grilled Cheese w/ Fig Jam
• Basil Chicken Empanada w/ Fresh Mozzarella and Pesto Aioli

Dinner Buffet All guests will be served by table number in approx. 20-30 minutes, then the buffet will remain open until Dessert is served

• Field Greens and Watermelon Salad w/ Feta, Cherry Tomatoes, and Raspberry Vinaigrette
• Rigatoni w/ Blush Pesto Cream Sauce
• Marinated Flank Steak w/ Asian Slaw
• Panko Crusted Chicken Cutlets w/ Marinated Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, and Balsamic Glaze
• Grilled Asian Salmon w/ Pineapple and Mango Salsa
• Parmesan and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Summer Roasted Vegetable Medley
• Freshly Baked Bread w/ Butter Chips
• Sweet Conclusion Sundae Bar w/ Ice Cream, Brownies, Waffle Cones, and Assorted Toppings

☛ Menu Subject to Change ☛ This is a nightlife event and it is not intended to be a dining event -- If you wish to have a complete dinner it is recommended that you do so prior to attending this event

• Vodka - Absolut Vodka
• Gin - Beefeater / Tanqueray
• Rum - Bacardi / Captain Morgan / Malibu
• Tequila - Jose Cuervo Especial / Espolón Blanco
• American Whiskey - Jack Daniel's / Jim Beam / Seagram's 7
• Scotch Whiskey - Dewar's White Label / Johnny Walker Red Label
• Cognac - Hennessy VS
• Flavored Liqueur - Amaretto Mint / Anisette Melon / Blue Curacao Coffee / Sour Apple Triple Sec / Peach Vermouth / Banana Crème de Cacao / Aperol Mint
• Domestic Beer - Budweiser / Bud Light / Coors Light
• Imported Beer - Corona / Heineken / Amstel Light
• Wine - Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Chardonnay / Pinot Grigio / Prosecco / Rosé / White Zinfandel
• Non-Alcoholic - Cranberry Juice / Grapefruit Juice / Orange Juice / Pineapple Juice / Water / Seltzer / Ginger Beer / Coca-Cola / Diet Coke / Sprite / Ginger Ale / Tonic Water

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Cruise ship sails into New York City port with 44-foot dead whale across its bow

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NEW YORK (AP) — A cruise ship sailed into a New York City port with a 44-foot (13-meter) dead whale across its bow, marine authorities said.

The whale, identified as an endangered sei whale, was caught on the ship’s bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn on Saturday, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fisheries spokesperson Andrea Gomez said.

A spokesperson for MSC Cruises said the whale was on the MSC Meraviglia, which docked at Brooklyn before sailing to ports in New England and Canada.

“We immediately notified the relevant authorities, who are now conducting an examination of the whale,” officials with the cruise line said in a statement.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of any marine life,” the officials said, adding that the Geneva-based MSC Cruises follows all regulations designed to protect whales, such as altering itineraries in certain regions to avoid hitting the animals.

The dead whale was relocated to Sandy Hook, New Jersey, and towed to shore there to allow for better access to equipment and to conduct a necropsy, Gomez said.

The necropsy, an autopsy on an animal, was conducted on Tuesday, Gomez said. Samples collected from the whale will help biologists determine whether it was already dead when it was struck by the ship, she said.

Sei whales are typically observed in deeper waters far from the coastline, Gomez said. They are one of the largest whale species and are internationally protected.

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44-Foot Whale Found Dead on Bow of Cruise Ship Coming Into New York

The endangered sei whale, usually found in deep waters, was discovered on the bow of a cruise ship as it arrived at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, marine authorities said.

By Livia Albeck-Ripka

As the cruise ship approached New York on Saturday, it was found to be carrying a grim, and unexpected, catch: The carcass of a 44-foot-long endangered whale, draped across its bow.

The whale, which marine authorities described as a sei whale, is known for its rapid swimming and preference for deep waters, far from the coast. Its body was discovered as the ship neared the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, and the authorities were “immediately notified,” said MSC Cruises, which owns the ship.

A spokeswoman for the company said in an email that it had “comprehensive measures” in place to avoid such collisions, including training deck officers and altering itineraries in certain areas to avoid them. “We will continue to evaluate and update our procedures with our partners and the authorities,” she said.

Marine authorities said that they had towed the animal, estimated to weigh some 50,000 pounds, from the bow, and transferred it by boat to a beach in Sandy Hook, N.J., where they conducted a necropsy on Tuesday.

The investigation is continuing, but preliminary results — broken bones in the whale’s right flipper; tissue trauma along its right shoulder blade; a full stomach and decent layer of blubber — all pointed toward the animal having been in otherwise good health when it was likely struck and killed by the ship, said Robert A. DiGiovanni, the chief scientist of the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society, which is leading the investigation .

The whale was already “pretty decomposed” by the time scientists began the necropsy, he added, so they worked quickly to collect samples that could be tested for contaminants and other biotoxins that would indicate any other relevant health issues. “It looks like the animal was alive and it was hit by a vessel,” he said, noting that investigators had not ruled out other factors.

Mr. DiGiovanni said that his conservation group, which is federally authorized to respond to marine mammal strandings in New York, had dealt with more than 100 whales over the past several years, many of which had been entangled in nets or struck by vessels. Most of those whales were humpback and North Atlantic right whales, he added, noting that it was more uncommon to come across a sei whale.

Sei whales usually live in subtropical, temperate and subpolar waters and are named after the Norwegian word for pollock, “seje,” because the mammals are often found together with the fish. Their long, sleek bodies are usually dark blue or black with a cream-colored underside, and are often scarred by shark and lamprey bites.

In the 19th and 20th centuries, the whales were commercially hunted for their meat and oil, decimating their population, which is now designated as depleted under the Marine Mammal Protection Act .

Mr. DiGiovanni said that the death was a reminder that humans shared the open water with many other mammals. “When you’re out there, these animals might be there,” he said. “We need to make people more aware about how to operate around these animals.”

A spokeswoman for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said by email that mariners along the East Coast were encouraged to slow down their vessels, stay alert, and report any sightings of dead, injured or entangled whales to the authorities.

Livia Albeck-Ripka is a Times reporter based in Los Angeles, covering breaking news, California and other subjects. More about Livia Albeck-Ripka

NYC Will Redevelop Arces Of BK Coastline, Make Modern Marine Terminal

B ROOKLYN, NY — Mayor Eric Adams, Governor Kathy Hochul and Port Authority officials announced on Tuesday that the city will take control of the entire Brooklyn marine terminal and turn the existing 122 acres of waterfront into a modern maritime port.

The waterfronts in Red Hook, Columbia Street Water District and the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal would see significant improvements in this plan, according to officials. The area would also see housing, retail and green space additions.

The latest development builds on Mayor Adams’s effort to develop a “Harbor of the Future.” There will be an initial $80 million investment in the Brooklyn Marine Terminal to stabilize and repair Piers 7, 8, and 10, and to fund planning for the 122-acre waterfront's future, including an up to $15 million investment to fund a new modern, electrified container crane for operations at the terminal, officials said.

“By assuming control of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal in Red Hook in our city government’s largest real estate transaction in recent memory, our administration is demonstrating that we will continue to deliver big wins for New Yorkers, day after day,” Adams said. “The potential for this area is limitless, and we’re excited to work with the local community, our fellow elected officials, and key stakeholders to come up with a plan for these over 120 acres that works for Red Hook, for Brooklyn, and for our entire city.”

The New York City Economic Development Corporation will manage Brooklyn Marine Terminal by mid-June — including assuming the recent five-year extension of Red Hook Container Terminal’s operating agreement.

In addition, Governor Hochul announced a $15 million commitment for a future cold storage facility on-site at the Red Hook terminal.

Officials said the lack of cold storage in Red Hook has contributed to traffic, pollution, and other quality-of-life concerns for Brooklyn residents.

“Today’s announcement marks the next great chapter for Brooklyn’s storied waterfront and is a win for the people of New York City,” said Governor Hochul. “The transfer will allow the city, working in close partnership with the community and my administration, to begin the long-anticipated process of reimagining the Red Hook piers as a modern maritime facility that also serves community needs."

The city will also assemble a Brooklyn Marine Terminal Taskforce — it will include elected officials, unions, waterfront stakeholders, Brooklyn businesses, workforce development, community resident and the maritime industry.

The group will develop a shared vision for the future of the Brooklyn facility and waterfront districts.

In addition, Mayor Adams announced that the city has submitted grant applications for over $350 million in federal funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Transportation to help transform Brooklyn Marine Terminal by replacing the defunct Piers 9a and 9b with a new marginal pier for greater capacity to handle international containers and micro-freight. The plan would improve traffic flow around the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and in the Red Hook community.

The article NYC Will Redevelop Arces Of BK Coastline, Make Modern Marine Terminal appeared first on Brooklyn Patch .

Dead whale caught on bow of MSC Cruises ship, authorities investigating

Authorities are conducting an investigation after a dead whale was found caught on the bow of an MSC Cruises ship.

The whale was discovered as the MSC Meraviglia ship approached the port in Brooklyn, New York, on Saturday. “We immediately notified the relevant authorities, who are now conducting an examination of the whale,” a spokesperson for the line told USA TODAY in an emailed statement.

The roughly 44-foot-long sei whale was towed to shore at Sandy Hook, New Jersey, for a necropsy, according to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries spokesperson Andrea Gomez. The examination, done on Tuesday, found broken bones in its right flipper and “evidence of tissue trauma along the right shoulder blade region.” The gastrointestinal tract was full of food, as well.

Atlantic Marine Conservation Society, the lead on the case, said in a Facebook post that the whale was a mature female.

“Most of the other organs were sampled including for biotoxin analysis and other life history studies,” Gomez said in an emailed statement. “Samples were collected and will be sent for histopathologic analysis. The tissue and bone samples collected will help biologists determine if the vessel interaction occurred pre or post mortem.”

NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement is investigating the incident. Gomez noted that sei whales are endangered and usually seen a great distance from the coast in deeper waters.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of any marine life,” the MSC spokesperson added. “We have comprehensive measures in place to help avoid collisions, such as training all our deck officers with the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA) and we follow regulations designed to protect whales and other marine life. This includes altering itineraries in certain regions to avoid whales and we will continue to evaluate and update our procedures with our partners and the authorities.”

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].

Cruise ship sails into New York City port with 44-foot dead whale across its bow

NEW YORK (AP) — A cruise ship sailed into a New York City port with a 44-foot (13-meter) dead whale across its bow, marine authorities said.

The whale, identified as an endangered sei whale, was caught on the ship's bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn on Saturday, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fisheries spokesperson Andrea Gomez said.

A spokesperson for MSC Cruises said the whale was on the MSC Meraviglia, which docked at Brooklyn before sailing to ports in New England and Canada.

“We immediately notified the relevant authorities, who are now conducting an examination of the whale,” officials with the cruise line said in a statement.

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“We are deeply saddened by the loss of any marine life,” the officials said, adding that the Geneva-based MSC Cruises follows all regulations designed to protect whales, such as altering itineraries in certain regions to avoid hitting the animals.

The dead whale was relocated to Sandy Hook, New Jersey, and towed to shore there to allow for better access to equipment and to conduct a necropsy, Gomez said.

The necropsy, an autopsy on an animal, was conducted on Tuesday, Gomez said. Samples collected from the whale will help biologists determine whether it was already dead when it was struck by the ship, she said.

Sei whales are typically observed in deeper waters far from the coastline, Gomez said. They are one of the largest whale species and are internationally protected.

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New York News | Endangered whale found dead at Brooklyn cruise port was likely struck by ship

The 44-foot sei whale suffered “tissue trauma along the right shoulder blade region and a right flipper fracture,” the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society said Wednesday in a Facebook post. Its digestive tract was full of food, the group added.

The MSC Meraviglia cruise ship pulled into Brooklyn Cruise Terminal on May 4 with the dead mature female whale on its bow. The whale was removed and taken to Sandy Hook, N.J., for the AMCS to examine.

The group is authorized by federal authorities to respond to dead whales in New York and conduct animal autopsies, or necropsies. Several of the whale’s organs were sampled for toxins, which were sent to a lab for further study.

“The tissue and bone samples collected will help biologists determine if the vessel interaction occurred pre or post mortem,” the conservation society wrote on Facebook.

Sei whales are classified as endangered and typically seen in deeper waters far from the coast, particularly in subtropical, temperate and subpolar regions.

A spokesperson for MSC Cruises , which operates the MSC Meraviglia, said the ship docked in Brooklyn before a planned trip to sites in New England and Canada.

“We immediately notified the relevant authorities, who are now conducting an examination of the whale,” cruise line officials said in a statement.

The AMCS conducted the necropsy on Tuesday. The incident is also being investigated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration .

Scientists estimated there are 50,000 sei whales remaining in the wild internationally. They have been protected by international treaties since 1970, after decades of whaling decimated the population .

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Agreement Between City and Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Will Advance Efforts at Brooklyn Marine Terminal and Howland Hook Marine Terminal

• City to Develop Modern Maritime Port Focused on Freight Bound for the Five Boroughs, Blue Highway and Micro-Mobility Strategies that Reduce Truck Traffic

Mayor Adams, Governor Hochul, NYCEDC, and Port Authority Announce Plan to Transform Brooklyn Marine Terminal With Investment in 122-Acre Brooklyn Waterfront, Support Future Growth of Howland Hook Marine Terminal

May 14, 2024

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City to Develop Modern Maritime Port Focused on Freight Bound for the Five Boroughs, Blue Highway and Micro-Mobility Strategies that Reduce Truck Traffic 

City, State Make Joint $95 Million Initial Investment in 122-Acre Brooklyn Waterfront That Will Ultimately Generate Significant Economic Impact, Potentially Create Thousands of Jobs 

City to Launch Community Visioning Process to Unlock Full Mixed-Use  Potential of Brooklyn Waterfront as Part of New “ Harbor of the Future ”

Port Authority Will Efficiently and Effectively Expand  Cargo Operations and Generate Economic Growth on Staten Island

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today announced an agreement in principle between the City of New York, New York state, the Port Authority, and the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) that will enable the city to transform the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime port and vibrant mixed-use community hub. This agreement will allow the Port Authority to drive long-term expansion of Howland Hook Marine Terminal, which the Port Authority currently operates on Staten Island. The project to build the 122-acre site stands to potentially help create thousands of jobs for New Yorkers, while generating significant economic impact for New York City. Today’s announcement to create a new modern maritime port and community along the Brooklyn waterfront further builds on Mayor Adams’ efforts to develop a “ Harbor of the Future ” — a multifaceted initiative announced by Mayor Adams in his State of the City this year to reimagine New York City’s waterfront to fuel 21st-century growth and innovation — and builds on Governor Hochul’s commitment to unlocking economic potential on New York State land, building strong community anchors, and creating good-paying jobs of the future.

“For 20 years, skeptics thought this deal couldn’t get done, but our administration prioritized the ‘Harbor of the Future’ and now we have the potential to create thousands of new jobs, generate billions in economic impact, and build a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood and modern maritime port focused on getting trucks off the roads,” said Mayor Adams . “By assuming control of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal in Red Hook in our city government’s largest real estate transaction in recent memory, our administration is demonstrating that we will continue to deliver big wins for New Yorkers, day after day. The potential for this area is limitless, and we’re excited to work with the local community, our fellow elected officials, and key stakeholders to come up with a plan for these over 120 acres that works for Red Hook, for Brooklyn, and for our entire city.”

“Today’s announcement marks the next great chapter for Brooklyn’s storied waterfront and is a win for the people of New York City,” said Governor Hochul. “The transfer will allow the city, working in close partnership with the community and my administration, to begin the long-anticipated process of reimagining the Red Hook piers as a modern maritime facility that also serves community needs. Our partners at the Port Authority will ensure that the marine terminal at Howland Hook remains a thriving shipping hub, building upon the recent landmark announcement of $200 million in private investment to ensure that facility’s strong future.”

“This agreement is a win-win-win: it benefits the region, the City of New York, and the Port Authority,” said Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Executive Director Rick Cotton . “By strengthening our Howland Hook Marine Terminal through this transaction, we are driving forward one of the fundamental strategic imperatives of the Port Authority, which is the vitality of our ocean-going cargo container supply lines. At the same time, we will enable the City of New York to transform Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a vibrant, mixed-use community asset.”

“The Port Authority was created 103 years ago to bring a cohesive vision to our region’s ports. Strategic investment at the region’s seaport by the Port Authority and our private partners has enabled it to become the second-busiest port in the country, and able to meet unprecedented shipping demands during unforeseeable events like the global pandemic,” said Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole. “Today’s agreement sets the stage for long-term expansion of Howland Hook that will help ensure that the Port of New York and New Jersey will remain competitive globally throughout the coming decades."

“After decades of inertia and deterioration at the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, today's announcement finally offers us a clear path forward to a much-needed and long overdue revitalization of the Brooklyn waterfront," said U.S. Representative Dan Goldman. "As Chair of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force, I am thrilled to be working side-by-side with Senator Andrew Gounardes and Councilmember Alexa Aviles as Vice Chairs to ensure that a thriving waterfront and modern maritime facility is at the core of this project and that the community is integrally involved in the decision-making process."

“There is so much we can unlock by investing in the Brooklyn Marine Terminal and the Red Hook container terminal," said New York State Senator and Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force Vice Chair Andrew Gounardes . "Transferring the property to EDC will give us the opportunity to do finally work towards creating a truly 21st century marine terminal. I look forward to working with EDC, the city, the state, and my colleagues in government to engage the community and stakeholders to ensure that we activate our blue ways, tackle the proliferation of last-mile facilities, and unlock economic opportunity.”

“I have long recognized and advocated for an end to the state of neglect of our precious waterfront in Red Hook,” said New York City Councilmember and Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force Vice Chair Alexa Avilés . “Like all of my neighbors, I’m fully aware of the many missed opportunities we’ve had to build a greener and cleaner future here. After relentless advocacy from the community I represent, state and city officials now seem aligned with what we have all recognized for years. I hope this land swap will bring us closer to our sustainability goals and build toward a modern port and equitable working waterfront. This project must include direct accountability, and I am committed to being there every step of the way to make sure there is a public review process and the people of Red Hook are heard. I look forward to a robust revisioning process alongside my neighbors." 

Brooklyn Marine Terminal Transformation

As part of the effort, the city will assume control of the entire marine terminal in Brooklyn, encompassing 122 acres of waterfront in Red Hook and the Columbia Street Waterfront District, including the existing Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. Mayor Adams also today announced an initial $80 million investment in the Brooklyn Marine Terminal to stabilize and repair Piers 7, 8, and 10, and to fund planning for the 122-acre waterfront's future, including an up to $15 million investment to fund a new modern, electrified container crane for operations at the terminal. By mid-June, NYCEDC will assume responsibility for management and operations of Brooklyn Marine Terminal, while supporting existing tenants, including assuming the recent five-year extension of Red Hook Container Terminal’s operating agreement. Through this effort, NYCEDC and the city aim to embrace the future of modern maritime, grow the existing specialized container business, enable the development of a citywide micro-mobility strategy to reduce truck traffic, and work with the community and key stakeholders on a master plan to ensure the long-term viability of the port while incorporating important community amenities.

Governor Hochul also announced a $15 million commitment for a future cold storage facility on-site. The lack of cold storage in Red Hook has contributed to traffic, pollution, and other quality-of-life concerns as perishable merchandise is transported in and out of Brooklyn. By committing this funding, Governor Hochul is building on her long-term agenda to improving the quality of life in Brooklyn and in New York City.

The city will assemble a Brooklyn Marine Terminal Taskforce — chaired by U.S. Representative Dan Goldman with New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes and New York City Councilmember Alexa Aviles serving as vice chairs — to co-lead an extensive engagement process. The process will kick off later this spring and will engage a wide range of stakeholders — including local elected officials, unions, waterfront stakeholders, Brooklyn businesses, workforce development, the adjacent community, and the maritime industry — to develop a shared vision for the future of this vital facility and district. NYCEDC has engaged renowned community engagement and urban design firm WXY to support this work.

Additionally, Mayor Adams announced today that the city has submitted grant applications for over $350 million in federal funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Transportation to help transform Brooklyn Marine Terminal into the world's first model for a modern maritime facility optimized for international cargo handling, as well as low-carbon, last-mile freight movement. The funding requests — supported by the elected officials representing the site — prioritize replacing the defunct Piers 9a and 9b with a new marginal pier for greater capacity to handle international containers and micro-freight, and traffic improvements to improve traffic flow around the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and in the Red Hook community.

Over the past decades, as part of the city’s lease and operation of the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, NYCEDC has invested over $162 million into Piers 11 and 12.

The transfer of control in Brooklyn will provide an opportunity to drive economic growth; explore a multitude of mixed-use development options, including housing and community amenities; prioritize workforce development; potential to help create thousands of jobs; and build a modernized 21st-century maritime port in the 122-acre waterfront with a focus on micro-distribution strategies that can remove trucks from New York City roadways.

Howland Hook Marine Terminal

The city will amend its lease of a 225-acre portion of Staten Island’s Howland Hook Marine Terminal to the Port Authority, which currently leases Howland Hook from the city, to give Port Authority operational control of the site. This will bring the entirety of Howland Hook under Port Authority control, supporting its ability to drive future expansions.

Howland Hook is one of the key container terminals in New York Harbor, and it recently attracted its largest-ever private investment. As part of an amended lease agreement announced in September 2023, Howland Hook’s new operator — global shipping and logistics company CMA CGM — committed more than $200 million to transform the site with modern facilities, expanded capacity, and sustainability upgrades — creating hundreds of new jobs and small business partnerships, particularly for minority and women owned businesses. This agreement between the city and the state will help to build on recent investments at Howland Hook and help to drive even more long-term investment in the terminal. Additionally, CMA CGM has committed to boosting the facility’s capacity by 50 percent over the next seven years, allowing it to handle up to 750,000 container lifts each year.

The capacity enhancements will enable Howland Hook to remain competitive with cargo demand forecasted to surge in the coming decades, keeping goods flowing. CMA CGM has also committed to contracting goals for minority-owned, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and to maximizing the use of locally-owned businesses. In the coming decades, the Port Authority and its private partners will strategically invest in upgrades to the site to optimize supply chain integration, create good-paying jobs, and maximize economic growth.

“This administration has made it a mission to plan not just for the next year, but for the next century, and this historic deal will help get us there. Our ambition for the Harbor of the Future, where we are accelerating job creation, innovation and economic opportunity on our waterfront, is well on its way with this new addition,” said Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce Maria Torres-Springer . “The agreement took enormous effort and cooperation between the city, state and Port Authority, and I’d like to express my deep gratitude to our partners for getting it done. But this is only the beginning of our work in Red Hook. I look forward to hearing from our neighbors at the community visioning process where the future of these piers will be decided.”

"This deal represents an exciting opportunity to define what the waterfront of the future looks like in New York — from delivering our 'blue highways' and taking truck traffic that snarls our streets and chokes our communities off the road, to a mixed-use waterfront that provides respite for New Yorkers and environmental infrastructure for a changing climate," said Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi. "This is just the beginning. We look forward to a robust community engagement process." 

“This deal provides a generational opportunity to work with the community and stakeholders on an extensive visioning process to ensure a transformational master plan that unlocks the full potential of over 120 acres on the Brooklyn waterfront,” said NYCEDC President & CEO Andrew Kimball. “A reimagined waterfront can deliver a modern maritime port with a focus on micro-distribution strategies that remove trucks from our streets and increase union working waterfront jobs, as well as provide important community-facing amenities. This site will become another critical node in Mayor Adams’ vision for the ‘Harbor of the Future.’”

"This historic agreement will help the city reimagine freight deliveries through our Blue Highways initiative, which will reactivate our waterways for cargo and reduce our reliance on trucks," said New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez . "Greener and more efficient delivery options will improve the quality of life for surrounding neighborhoods and make our streets safer. We look forward to working with Red Hook and the surrounding communities, as well as our sister agencies, to continue exploring better solutions to enhance safety and manage freight through the area."

"This transformative investment in Brooklyn's waterfront represents a forward-thinking vision for New York City's economic growth and resilience,” said Empire State Development President CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight . By revitalizing the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a dynamic, mixed-use community hub and a center for modern maritime employment, we are unlocking the potential for thousands of new jobs and substantial economic benefits that will ripple throughout the city. This project, in tandem with the future expansion of the Howland Hook Marine Terminal, will foster a thriving, sustainable, and prosperous future for all New Yorkers."

In the coming weeks, NYCEDC and Port Authority will execute a lease and associated agreements for both sites, allowing each to assume immediate control of onsite operations, subject to the approval of each agency’s board. Today’s announcement builds on the Adams administration’s broader strategy to develop the Harbor of the Future — a reimagined, East River-connected network of innovation and growth. The Harbor of the Future includes emerging innovation centers at the Hunts Point Produce Market , Governors Island , the Brooklyn Navy Yard , the Science Park and Research Campus in Kips Bay , and the North Shore of Staten Island . Most recently, Mayor Adams announced that the city will invest $100 million to create the “ Climate Innovation Hub ” at the Brooklyn Army Terminal as a part of the city’s Green Economy Action Plan that will position New Yorkers to benefit from nearly 400,000 “green-collar” jobs by 2040. This new hub will serve as a home for clean tech innovation and manufacturing and encourage climate innovation startups.

The Adams administration is additionally transforming the city-owned South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT) into one of the largest offshore wind port facilities in the nation . In March 2022, NYCEDC and its subtenant, SSBMT, completed a long-term agreement with Norwegian Energy company Equinor to reactivate the terminal as an offshore wind staging and assembly port. The new SBMT will help create hundreds of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity for the city, state, and region, and provide clean offshore wind power to millions of homes and businesses. The city has committed nearly $152 million to offshore wind infrastructure projects across New York City.

“The upgraded Brooklyn Marine Terminal will transform the Brooklyn waterfront and improve quality of life for residents of the surrounding neighborhoods,” said U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand . “I congratulate the city on taking this important step and will continue to fight for federal resources for the project.”

"Our waterfront communities have demonstrated their desire to be included in economic revitalization projects," said New York State Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes . "As conversations began about strengthening the working waterfront community at the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, I was excited to see these desires becoming a reality. This project has the potential to bring our community members into modern maritime jobs that prepare them for the green economy of the future, bring customers back to local business, and breathe life back into historically overlooked communities. I want to thank our local and state governments and agencies for their investment into the surrounding neighborhoods. I look forward to being an active participant in maintaining a transparent and open dialogue with the community on the future of our working waterfront."

"The transformation of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a vibrant, mixed-use waterfront community marks a monumental step forward for Brooklyn and for New York City at large,” said New York State Assemblymember Charles D. Fall . “I am personally committed to ensuring that this development not only revitalizes the area but also serves as a catalyst of innovation and opportunity. This project will not only transform our waterfront but also generate thousands of jobs, driving economic growth for our city.” “Remembering the basics of what makes our city so great can lead to a brighter future for Brooklyn, and that includes revitalizing our waterfront,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. “Today’s announcement is great news for Brooklyn’s economic development. With proactive investments, we can create new jobs and redevelop the waterfront that helped build our borough and our city. Thank you to Mayor Adams, Governor Hochul, the Port Authority, and New York City Economic Development Corporation for bringing this funding to revitalize Brooklyn’s waterfront.”

"A key component of New York and New Jersey's maritime industry is the Howland Hook Marine Terminal,” said Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella . “It employs hundreds of people with well-paying jobs, and we would like to see it expand. That's why we supported last year's efforts to provide a significant capital investment to enhance and to improve the terminal. We are hopeful that this transfer to the Port Authority, which seems like a more natural fit, will allow Howland Hook to remain competitive for years to come.”

“Our city’s waterfronts are the key to creating a more sustainable future,” said New York City Councilmember Amanda Farias. “That is why I am excited to see our mayor, governor, the Port Authority, and the NYCEDC carrying out their vision to develop a Harbor of the Future in south Brooklyn. As Chair of the Committee on Economic Development, I have been unwavering in my support and advocacy on the issue of better utilizing our waterfronts and unlocking the economic potential they offer our city, state, and local economies. I look forward to continuing to work with all parties to ensure we are thinking creatively and effectively about how to serve our waterfront neighborhoods best and bolster our local supply chain.”

“The plans for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, coupled with the strategic expansion of the Howland Hook Marine Terminal, demonstrates our commitment to Staten Island's economic vitality and its pivotal role in New York City's maritime industry,” said New York City Councilmember Kamillah Hanks. “This initiative is set to create thousands of jobs and boost economic activity. By focusing on sustainable development and modern infrastructure, we are ensuring that Staten Island remains at the forefront of economic and community development."

“As a proud representative of the Columbia Waterfront, I am excited about the potential benefits that an investment for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal can bring to my constituents,” said New York City Councilmember Shahana Hanif. “If implemented equitably, this initiative will create jobs, reduce emissions, and foster a more sustainable and inclusive economy for all New Yorkers. I am committed to making sure that the community has a seat at the table. The upcoming visioning process for the city’s investment must improve the health and well-being of local neighborhoods.”

“Today’s announcement by Mayor Adams underscores the importance of the maritime industry in the heart of New York City, and in particular, the importance of the Red Hook Container Terminal and greater Brooklyn Marine Terminal facility to the people of the City and State of New York," said Michael Stamatis, president and CEO, Red Hook Container Terminal, LLC . "We applaud New York City Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul for making this long-term commitment and investment in the future of the working waterfront, ensuring a stable and resilient supply chain for the millions of people who live, work and visit New York City every day, while also demonstrating to the men and women who sacrificed their own personal safety as essential workers at the Port during the Covid-19 pandemic, ensuring our vital supply chain remained open, that their sacrifice did not go unnoticed. The modernization and expansion of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal facility must be done now to meet head on the challenges associated with traffic, congestion, reducing carbon emissions, addressing sea level rise and climate change, and delivering a resilient future for all New Yorkers." 

“This transaction is beneficial to the Port Authority, the city, and the state, as it will help enable both Howland Hook and the Brooklyn Marine Terminals to transform into sites that are equipped to thrive in the 21st century,” said Jeff Lynford, vice chairman, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey . “The consolidated ownership structure at Howland Hook will support long-term expansion and growth as we prepare for more than $200 million in private capital to be invested there in the coming years.” "This investment in the Red Hook working waterfront is crucial to the future of New York City," said Frank Agosta, president, Local 1814 ILA . "We need to reimagine how freight and goods are delivered utilizing our 500 miles of waterfront. The workforce of ILA Local 1814 is ready to get to work and we thank the governor and mayor for this down payment".

“REBNY applauds the city, state, and Port Authority for coming together on this agreement,” said James Whelan, president, Real Estate Board for New York (REBNY) . “We expect Brooklyn and Staten Island neighborhoods along the waterfront will see continued economic momentum and private investment because of these projects, helping to grow and further diversify New York City’s economy.” 

"Red Hook is the hidden gem of the New York City waterfront,” said Mitchell L. Moss, professor of urban planning and policy, New York University . “Mayor Adams and the Port Authority have forged a plan to have New York City provide unified leadership to guide the future of Red Hook while the Port Authority strengthens Howland Hook's role as a major container cargo hub for the region. For too long, we have neglected Red Hook; under Mayor Adams and EDC President Andrew Kimball, the rebirth of Red Hook's waterfront will generate new jobs, new activities and new opportunities for New Yorkers to connect with our spectacular maritime culture.”

“The Maritime Association of the Port of NY & NJ applauds the work from all parties involved on this agreement,” said Stephen Lyman, executive director, Maritime Association of the Port of NY/NJ. “Reinvigorating the marine assets in the Port of NY & NJ is crucial to supporting freight movement now and in the future. We are excited to support the economic benefits that will surely propel maritime commerce for many years to come.

“Throughout its history, New York City has always been an important port city and a maritime powerhouse,” said Randy Peers, president and CEO, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. “Today’s announcement by the Port Authority and NYCEDC builds upon our the importance of maritime uses at the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, and positions this important part of our waterfront for strategic growth.” 

"As a neighboring waterfront public space, we are thrilled about the incredible possibilities that transforming the Brooklyn Marine Terminal will create for our borough and our city,” said Eric Landau, president, Brooklyn Bridge Park . “All of us at Brooklyn Bridge Park are very excited to join in what comes next.” 

“At this time of shifting baselines where business is no longer usual, we are pleased to see a recommitment by New York City to its working waterfront, maritime industry, blue highways expansion and micromobility.  New York City and the region will face major growth in goods, bulk construction materials, food and other essential supplies needed at the waterfronts and the interiors of the five boroughs.  This growth must not be handled solely by trucks, which brings the opportunity squarely to Brooklyn Marine Terminal for freight modernization,” said Cortney Koenig Worrall, president and CEO, Waterfront Alliance . “We are excited about the many opportunities, the commitment to stakeholder engagement, and that New York City is meeting the call for sophisticated, thoughtful and forward-thinking maritime leadership.”

“New York’s port is a vital part of our economy and a major influence on the health of the estuary.  Ensuring that this coastal infrastructure meets maritime needs as well as community and ecological goals is critical to its success,” said Robert Pirani, director, NY-NJ Harbor & Estuary Program, Hudson River Foundation. “We appreciate the importance of this initiative and look forward to the continued conversations about the future of these important facilities in Brooklyn and Staten Island.”

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