The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) and JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), developer of the new Terminal 6 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, have announced a groundbreaking agreement with Fortbrand Services LLC to manage and operate a pooled fleet of all-electric ground support equipment (e-GSE) at the terminal.

This initiative marks JFK as the first airport in North America to implement a shared electric ground support fleet, advancing the Port Authority’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions agency-wide by 2050.

The future e-GSE fleet at Terminal 6 will replace traditional diesel-powered equipment, eliminating approximately 2,500 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually — equivalent to driving a gasoline car 6 million miles. Each of the terminal’s 10 gates will be equipped with electric ground support units, shared among airlines to reduce duplication, improve airside efficiency, and enhance safety.

Fortbrand Services, a Long Island-based company with over 40 years of experience supporting New York’s airports, will oversee fleet operations, maintenance, and real-time monitoring using advanced telematics software. This system will track equipment location, battery status, driver authorization, and maintenance needs.

The initiative is part of a broader sustainability strategy at Terminal 6, which includes:

• Installation of 4,000+ solar panels
• High-efficiency building systems
• Stormwater reuse
• 90% construction waste diversion

Terminal 6 is targeting LEED and ENVISION Gold certifications, aligning with JMP’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure.

This milestone complements the Port Authority’s zero-emission airside vehicle rule, which mandates the transition to zero-emission ground service equipment at JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark airports by 2030. The launch of Terminal 6 in 2026, alongside New Terminal One, will significantly expand the region’s electric GSE footprint.

Terminal 6 is part of the $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport, a public-private partnership that includes new terminals, expanded infrastructure, and enhanced passenger experience.

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Terminal 6 is targeting LEED and ENVISION Gold certifications, aligning with JMP’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure.

This milestone complements the Port Authority’s zero-emission airside vehicle rule, which mandates the transition to zero-emission ground service equipment at JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark airports by 2030. The launch of Terminal 6 in 2026, alongside New Terminal One, will significantly expand the region’s electric GSE footprint.

Terminal 6 is part of the $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport, a public-private partnership that includes new terminals, expanded infrastructure, and enhanced passenger experience.

Read the full release Visit our JFK Location Profile