Industry: Transportation and Travel
Organization: NYS Thruway Authority Teams

The New York State Thruway Authority (NYS Thruway Authority) is responsible for the maintenance, operation, and improvement of the New York State Thruway, a key component of the state’s transportation infrastructure. Serving millions of motorists each year, the Authority ensures safe and efficient travel along over 570 miles of tolled highway that stretches from Buffalo to New York City. The Thruway system is integral to both commercial freight movement and personal travel across the state, offering reliable access to major urban centers and rural regions alike.

A leader in roadway infrastructure, the NYS Thruway Authority operates with a focus on safety, innovation, and customer service. It also oversees key assets such as the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge and provides traveler resources such as service areas, traffic advisories, and emergency response services. The Authority has also implemented cashless tolling across its entire system, embracing modernized technologies to enhance user experience and reduce congestion. Community engagement and environmental stewardship are emphasized through partnerships in sustainability and public safety initiatives.

Website: https://www.thruway.ny.gov

Key Services:

– Operation and maintenance of the New York State Thruway highway system
– Toll collection, including all-electronic tolling
– Oversight of key infrastructure including major bridges
– Roadway safety and emergency response services
– Real-time traffic updates and traveler information
– Management of service areas and rest stops
– Infrastructure planning, upgrades, and construction projects
– Community engagement and environmental sustainability programs