IMTT Bayonne is the largest independent bulk liquid storage terminal in New York Harbor, operating 16 million barrels of storage capacity on the Kill Van Kull waterway between Bayonne, New Jersey and Staten Island. The terminal serves as the physical delivery point for NYMEX gasoline and heating oil futures contracts, making it one of the most strategically positioned refined products facilities on the US East Coast. In 2026, the site is mid-transition — consolidating its operational footprint while unlocking 130 acres of prime waterfront land for redevelopment.
IMTT Bayonne — New York Harbor’s Largest Bulk Liquid Terminal
Situated on approximately 450 acres at 250 E 22nd Street, Bayonne, NJ, IMTT Bayonne has operated on the Kill Van Kull for nearly four decades. The terminal’s 16 million barrel capacity makes it the single largest facility in the International-Matex Tank Terminals network and the dominant third-party storage operator for refined petroleum products in New York Harbor.
The deepwater infrastructure is a decisive competitive advantage. Seven ship berths rated to 47-foot draft and 930-foot maximum LOA allow IMTT Bayonne to receive the largest bulk liquid vessels entering New York Harbor without lightering. Most competing terminals on the Arthur Kill are limited to approximately 35 feet of draft, requiring vessels to offload a portion of cargo before docking. Eleven barge berths — including a dedicated chemical ship and barge berth — add further throughput capacity.
Infrastructure and Logistics Connectivity
Pipeline access at IMTT Bayonne connects the terminal directly to three major systems: Buckeye, Colonial, and Harbor Pipeline, operated through the IMTT-Pipeline subsidiary. These connections give customers access to Gulf Coast supply flows and distribution routes to inland northeastern markets, reinforcing the terminal’s role as a regional petroleum logistics hub.
Rail connectivity runs via CSX and Norfolk-Southern’s Metroplex line, supplemented by IMTT’s wholly-owned East Jersey Railroad Company — a privately held short-line asset that gives the operator direct control over on-site rail movements. Road access to NJ Route 440 places the terminal three miles from New Jersey Turnpike Exit 14A, with full truck loading and unloading capabilities on site.
Products Handled and Terminal Operations
IMTT Bayonne stores refined petroleum products and chemicals. The terminal does not accept bulk LNG or LPG. Operations run 24 hours under TWIC-compliant security protocols, with an ISO-certified quality assurance programme governing all product handling.
The terminal offers custom “terminal-within-a-terminal” configurations for customers requiring dedicated storage, berth access, and pipeline connectivity under a single arrangement. This structure suits refiners, traders, and petrochemical importers with consistent throughput requirements and preference for segregated product handling.
The 2026 Redevelopment: 130 Acres of Waterfront Opportunity
In 2023, IMTT announced a phased consolidation of Bayonne operations onto the western portion of the 450-acre site, freeing approximately 130 acres of eastern waterfront land for industrial and commercial redevelopment. IMTT Chairman and CEO Carlin Conner described the plan as an opportunity to “continue providing high-quality storage and logistics services on the west side of our property and pursue sustainable development opportunities on the east side.”
Even after consolidation, IMTT Bayonne retains its status as New York Harbor’s largest bulk liquid storage terminal — the operational reduction does not change its relative market position. The eastern acreage carries significant infrastructure assets that strengthen its redevelopment case: the East Jersey Railroad, multiple deepwater berths, and two interstate natural gas pipeline rights-of-way. The site sits within a 15-mile radius of 8.3 million people, adjacent to the Port of New York and New Jersey — the largest container port on the US East Coast — and within range of New York Bight offshore wind developments. IMTT has described the opportunity as “once-in-a-generation.”
The redevelopment is ongoing in 2026. No partner or anchor tenant has been publicly confirmed. Any announcement in this process would represent a material update to this profile.
IMTT Bayonne in the IMTT Network
IMTT Bayonne is part of the broader International-Matex Tank Terminals network, which operates terminals across the US Gulf Coast and Northeast. The Louisiana portfolio — covered in the IMTT New Orleans and IMTT Avondale profiles on this site — handles similar refined product and chemical storage across the Otis, St. Rose, Gretna, and Geismar facilities. IMTT’s corporate headquarters is at 400 Poydras Street, Suite 3000, New Orleans, LA.
Riverstone Holdings owns IMTT, having acquired the business from Macquarie Infrastructure Corp for $2.685 billion. Bayonne’s combination of deepwater berth access, pipeline connectivity, and NYMEX delivery point status places it in a different commercial tier from the Gulf Coast terminals — it serves a trading and distribution function that the Louisiana assets do not replicate. Among independent tank terminal operators globally, IMTT’s Northeast position through Bayonne gives it a market role that few non-integrated terminal companies can match on the US East Coast.
Company Snapshot
| Operator | International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) |
|---|---|
| Location | Bayonne, New Jersey, USA (Kill Van Kull waterway) |
| Storage Capacity | 16.0 million barrels (pre-consolidation peak; western operations continue post-redevelopment) |
| Ship Berths | 7 deepwater (47′ draft, 930′ max LOA) + 11 barge berths |
| Pipeline Access | Buckeye, Colonial, Harbor Pipeline (via IMTT-Pipeline subsidiary) |
| Rail Access | CSX / Norfolk-Southern Metroplex; East Jersey Railroad (IMTT-owned) |
| Site Area | ~450 acres (130 acres eastern portion under redevelopment) |
| Ownership | Riverstone Holdings (acquired from Macquarie Infrastructure Corp, $2.685bn) |
| Status | Operational — consolidation and eastern redevelopment ongoing in 2026 |
What is IMTT Bayonne’s storage capacity?
IMTT Bayonne’s storage capacity is 16.0 million barrels, making it the largest terminal in the IMTT network and the largest independent bulk liquid storage facility in New York Harbor. This figure reflects peak pre-consolidation capacity; the terminal is currently consolidating operations onto the western portion of its 450-acre site while the eastern 130 acres are being redeveloped.
Where is IMTT Bayonne located?
IMTT Bayonne is located at 250 E 22nd Street, Bayonne, New Jersey, on the Kill Van Kull waterway between Bayonne and Staten Island. The site sits within New York Harbor and is three miles from New Jersey Turnpike Exit 14A.
What products does IMTT Bayonne handle?
IMTT Bayonne handles refined petroleum products and chemicals. The terminal does not accept bulk LNG or LPG. It operates under an ISO-certified quality assurance programme with 24-hour TWIC-compliant security, and offers custom terminal-within-a-terminal configurations for customers requiring segregated storage and dedicated berth access.
What is the IMTT Bayonne redevelopment plan?
In 2023, IMTT announced plans to consolidate operations onto the western portion of its 450-acre Bayonne site, freeing approximately 130 acres of eastern waterfront land for industrial and commercial redevelopment. The terminal remains New York Harbor’s largest bulk liquid storage facility even after consolidation. The eastern site includes the IMTT-owned East Jersey Railroad, deepwater berths, and interstate natural gas pipeline access, and sits adjacent to the Port of New York and New Jersey.
How does IMTT Bayonne connect to pipelines and rail networks?
IMTT Bayonne has direct connections to the Buckeye, Colonial, and Harbor Pipeline systems through the IMTT-Pipeline subsidiary, providing access to Gulf Coast refined product supply flows and northeastern distribution routes. Rail access runs via CSX and Norfolk-Southern’s Metroplex line, supplemented by IMTT’s wholly-owned East Jersey Railroad Company, which handles on-site rail movements.