Jun. 30, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann Usually, the third time is the charm. However, hours before the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force was set to vote on the future of the ambitious 122-acre redevelopment project along the borough’s western waterfront on June 27, the vote was postponed once again. In a statement, state Sen.…
Jun. 27, 2025 By Gregory J. Morris By all appearances, the Brooklyn Marine Terminal redevelopment (BMT) is an ambitious and historic opportunity. Touted as a project that could generate $21 billion in economic impact, 39,000 temporary construction jobs, and 2,400 permanent operational jobs — including 295 maritime positions — the vision aligns with long-standing…
Jun. 9, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann On June 4, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso hosted a one-on-one informational session with the New York City Economic Development Corporation at Borough Hall, addressing community concerns about the Brooklyn Marine Terminal — a 122-acre project along the borough’s waterfront, stretching from Pier 7 at Atlantic Avenue to…
Apr. 4, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon With the Brooklyn Marine Terminal (BMT) about to undergo a massive transformation, transit advocates and community groups are urging the city not to forget about addressing the area’s transportation needs. The Riders Alliance, a local transit advocacy group, penned a letter on Wednesday to leadership at the NYC Economic Development Corporation…
Mar. 26, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon A “harbor of the future” is on its way to Brooklyn, as a city economic group announced on Wednesday a slew of repairs and upgrades for the historic waterfront Brooklyn Marine Terminal in Sunset Park. As part of its effort to build a modern maritime port, the New…
May. 15, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil
New York City is taking control of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, with plans to radically transform the Brooklyn waterfront.