LOCATION NEEDS TO BE ATTRACTIVE TO BUSINESS.

NEW YORK CITY

Global financial epicenter — NYC leads in financing innovation, driving capital for large-scale carbon-zero initiatives.

Premier tourism hub — NYC’s world-class infrastructure supports millions of visitors for a carbon-zero World’s Fair.

Home to the UN and leading NGOs — NYC enables collaboration and access to international markets for global impact.

World's second home — Estimates are that over 600 languages are spoken; 36% of residents born outside the US.

Unmatched connectivity — JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Liberty Airports offer seamless access to the world’s key markets.

NYC is one of the world's most influencial cities. This map shows rankings by influence (source: various).

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FINANCIAL DISTRICT (FIDI)

Highly Accessible

Arguably the most transit accessible neighborhood in the US or Canada. 13 subway lines, 2 PATH lines, 30 bus routes, 18 ferries, the Downtown Shuttle, 35 Citibike stations, easy access to bikeways on the Hudson and East Rivers, FiDi links effortlessly to NYC's major hubs and airports, offering unparalleled access for visitors and commuters.

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Abundant Space

FiDi’s Abundant Vacant Office Space is Perfect for Showrooms and Exhibits. With office vacancies over 30%, FiDi has the space available for vibrant industry showrooms, dynamic exhibition areas and venues for high-profile events. Furthermore, the showroom uses can be super flexible and can span multiple buildings. For property owners, from a pure financial perspective, showrooms are likely the highest and best use other than office.. Vacancy source: Cushman Wakefield, Q3, 2024.

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Known Location

A Global Destination Steeped in History. FiDi is more than a financial powerhouse. Home to Wall Street, the NYSE, and the world’s largest gold reserves, it’s a neighborhood rich with historical milestones—from George Washington’s inauguration to the establishment of the world’s first electrified lighting district. This unique blend of financial influence and historical significance makes FiDi a cornerstone of global and cultural identity.

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Model of Resilience

A Model of Resilience and Future-Ready Innovation. The Remembering Sandy. Lower Manhattan Coastal Resiliency Project is transforming FiDi into a fortress against climate challenges, with advanced floodwalls, storm barriers, and durable infrastructure designed to safeguard the area from rising sea levels and extreme weather events.

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Ferry Access

Easily Accessible with Strategic Ferry Connections. In the event of high event popularity, FiDi’s robust ferry network links it seamlessly to Liberty State Park, Governors Island (the Climate Exchange), and key Brooklyn hubs including BAT, enhancing its capacity for events. These locations could also offer complementary programs.

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Blue Highway

A Key Node in NYC’s Blue Highway Initiative. Bounded by water on three sides, FiDi will be a critical node NYC’s innovative Blue Highway project, which looks to increase local cargo deliveries by water to small cargo vehicles (eg quads) and by doing so significantly reducing the city’s dependence on truck-based logistics, improving traffice and reducing wear and tear on the roads. See hubs.

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Location Matters. NYC has made location mistakes. One example is the International Design Center New York (IDCNY), established in Queens in the 1980s. Poor accessibility deterred national and international business professionals, leading to IDCNY’s ultimate and rapid failure. In contrast to the IDCNY, FiDi is arguably the ideal location for a marketing engine addressing urban climate challenges.

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Introduction

New York City

Financial District (FiDi)

  • Transit Accessible
  • Ample Office Space
  • Globally Known
  • LMCR
  • Overflow Capacity
  • Blue Highway