To help the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) evaluate emerging mobility technologies, STV and its partners supported the deployment of a Level‑4 autonomous vehicle (AV) system at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The pilot program tested self‑driving electric shuttle vans operating between AirTrain Parking Area 2 and Terminal A, demonstrating how AVs can enhance airport accessibility, sustainability and last‑mile connectivity.
What challenges did STV address?
Airports across the country are exploring autonomous systems to improve airport circulation and reduce customer travel friction. At EWR, PANYNJ needed a safe, reliable way to assess how these technologies could move passengers efficiently between airport facilities, without disrupting operations. The challenge was to test AV systems in real-world conditions while maintaining strict safety, regulatory, and performance standards.
What solutions did STV deliver?
STV specified and oversaw the deployment of the Level‑4 AV shuttle system through a rapid, three‑phase program: vehicle testing without passengers, operational testing without passengers and full operations with passengers. The team evaluated system performance, safety protocols, operational reliability and overall feasibility, delivering a comprehensive demonstration of a cost‑effective last‑mile mobility solution that could be scaled across PANYNJ facilities.
How does this project benefit the region?
By piloting autonomous shuttle technology, the program demonstrated how smart mobility can enhance airport access, reduce reliance on private vehicles and support cleaner, more efficient operations. The effort positions EWR – and the region – at the forefront of next‑generation, sustainable airport mobility solutions.
Key Stats and Accolades
- Level‑4 autonomous electric shuttle system
- Three rapid‑deployment pilot phases
- Last‑mile passenger transport between AirTrain Parking Area 2 and Terminal A
