Overview
Port Newark–Elizabeth Marine Terminal is the largest container port on the East Coast, run by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
History
Modern container shipping began here in 1956, when the first container ship sailed from Port Newark.
Today
The port employs many thousands, and regulated terminals generally require a TWIC card.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.