Maher Terminals, the largest container facility at the Port of New York and New Jersey, is drawing significant buyer interest following the finalisation of a new long-term lease.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the facility, owned by Macquarie Asset Management, is expected to sell for more than $3 billion.

Although the terminal has not been formally placed on the market, discussions have advanced since the lease was extended through September 2063.

Interest has come from several global operators.

According to individuals familiar with the matter, potential buyers include MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, PSA International, and DP World.

A separate source told the Journal of Commerce that SSA Marine and Terminal Investment Limited have also made enquiries regarding a possible acquisition from Macquarie Infrastructure Partners.

The same source noted that the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey would need to approve any sale.

The new 33‑year lease, commencing in 2030, introduces stricter financial obligations for any incoming operator. The source said the agreement replaces the previous fixed-cost rental structure with a variable monthly rent linked solely to container volume.

In addition, the operator would be required to share a larger portion of “excess revenue” with the Port Authority, particularly earnings generated from demurrage charges.

These requirements sit alongside the terminal’s operational responsibilities as a major link in the container cargo chain.

Maher describes its facility as North America’s largest marine container terminal in the port, positioned to provide substantial throughput capacity for its ocean carrier customers.

The company highlights the flexibility of its multi‑user model, which it characterises as a “Port within a Port,” and notes that its services support a wide range of carriers, from single trade lane operators to global alliances.