Located on the Upper Hudson River, the Port of Albany / Rensselaer has been an historic transportation hub since the city was founded over 300 years ago. The Hudson River feeds into the state’s extensive canal system. The area roadways connect with major interstate highways. Rail lines place cargo in close proximity to any location in North America. Albany International Airport is only a 15 minute drive away.


The Hudson River
A navigable year-round waterway with a draft of 32 feet (9.75 meters).

Maximum draft to Albany is 31 feet (9.4 meters), salt water draft.
700 feet (213 meters) wide at Albany, with
a deep water shipping channel 400 feet
(122 meters) across and a mean range of
tides of 4.7 feet (1.4 meters).

Turning basin of 1,100 feet (335 meters).

Accommodates ships with overall lengths of up to 750 feet (229 meters), maximum beam of 110 feet (33.5 meters) and a maximum air draft of 135 feet (41 meters).

The Hudson River Pilots Association is responsible for pilotage services. The association has an outstanding record for safe navigation and timely arrivals.


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.

Rail service to the port is provided by CSX and CP Rail via the Albany Port Railroad Corporation. Both CSX and CP Rail have major classification yards in close proximity to the port, assuring adequate car supply and timely service.


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.