Supply Chain Logistics

Located on the Upper Hudson River, the Port of Albany/Rensselaer has been a historic transportation hub since the city was founded over 300 years ago.

The Hudson River provides access to the state’s extensive canal system. Area roadways connect with major interstate highways. Rail lines deliver cargo in close proximity to any location in North America. Albany International Airport is only a 15 minute drive away.

Water to Water

With the increased New York State interest in revitalizing the Erie and Champlain Canal Systems, comes increased potential for moving commercial products via water. The Erie Canal runs from Albany to Oswego and Buffalo connecting the Port of Albany with the Great Lakes. Additionally, the Champlain Canal runs from Albany to Lake Champlain in Vermont.

In-Land Transportation

An extensive in-land transportation network is one of Albany’s greatest assets and makes the Capital Region a superb distribution center. Immediate access to an interstate highway system connects your products to major metropolitan markets in the Northeast, Canada and the Midwest.

Highways

The Port of Albany is located at the crossroads of an extensive interstate highway network that provides access to major U.S. and Canadian industrial markets. This excellent interstate highway juncture provides links to Buffalo, and Syracuse, NY, Erie, PA, Cleveland, and Toledo, OH, Detroit, MI and the Great Lakes region to the west; New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region to the south; Boston and New England to the east and Montreal, Toronto and Canadian points to the North.

Motor Carriers

A force of motor carriers from specialized heavy haulers to local drayage firms, dry van carriers, and LTL carriers with various types of specialized equipment is readily available to meet all of your transportation needs.

Railroads

• Canadian Pacific Railway: Major classification yard (Kenwood Yards) one mile from Port of Albany
• CSX Transportation: Major classification yard (Selkirk) in close proximity
• Norfolk Southern: Intermodal facility located within one mile
• Port of Albany Railroad: Responsive and efficient switching service to CSX and Canadian Pacific Railroads and owned jointly by CSX and Canadian Pacific Railroads