South Jersey Transportation Authority

What South Jersey Transportation Authority does

The South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) is a quasi-governmental state transportation authority established by the New Jersey Legislature in June 1991 under N.J.S.A. 27:25A-1 et seq. It operates as the sole steward of three integrated transportation assets serving six South Jersey counties (Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem): the Atlantic City Expressway (ACE), a 44.5-mile limited-access toll road connecting the Philadelphia metropolitan area to Atlantic City and the Jersey Shore; Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), a commercial and general aviation facility handling over 1,042,348 passengers in 2024; and SJ Connects, a network of shuttle and transit services targeting underserved communities. SJTA employs approximately 400 full and part-time personnel and is governed by a board of gubernatorial appointees plus cabinet officials. Stephen F. Dougherty serves as Executive Director.

The Authority's core technology stack centers on transportation infrastructure rather than software. The ACE transitioned to All-Electronic Tolling (AET) on January 4, 2026, replacing cash collection with gantry-based trip-based tolling using E-ZPass transponders and Toll By Plate license plate recognition. Supporting platforms include the E-ZPass Frequent User Plan (30 trips in 35 days for discounted rates), E-ZPass Plus parking integration across multiple regional airports, a DebtBook Treasury Management System adopted in January 2026 for consolidated debt/cash/investment oversight, and an Emergency Service Patrol that assisted over 28,000 vehicles in 2023. SJTA also operates the Roadway Environmental Advancement Initiative (READI) for environmental stewardship through the Pinelands corridor.

SJTA's revenue model is diversified across four streams: usage-based toll collection on ACE (E-ZPass and Toll By Plate), transaction-fee airport operations (concessions, parking, facility fees at ACY), grant- and contract-funded transportation services (~$3.2M grants + $4M non-grant in 2025), and out-of-home advertising across both ACE and ACY inventory (reaching over 47.5 million ACE trips annually and 1M+ airport passengers). Pricing is variable by entry/exit point, vehicle class, and payment method, with E-ZPass users receiving discounted rates. The Authority sells primarily to the general public—commuters, tourists, air travelers, and transit-dependent populations—while partnering with chambers of commerce, Visit Atlantic City, the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, NARTP, IBTTA, and airline operators (Allegiant, Breeze Airways) for route and service development.

Name

South Jersey Transportation Authority

Legal name

South Jersey Transportation Authority

Website

https://sjta.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The South Jersey Transportation Authority is a New Jersey state authority operating the 44.5-mile Atlantic City Expressway toll road, Atlantic City International Airport, and SJ Connects shuttle services, serving motorists, air travelers, and transit-dependent residents across six South Jersey counties with approximately 400 employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Transportation Infrastructure

NAICS

Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems (485113), Urban Transit Systems (48511)

SIC

Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Tolling, Pricing & Revenue Operations (Toll Roads, Congestion Pricing, Enforcement) (BPAIALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) & Transponder/Tag Systems (RFID/DSRC) (TLAJABAA), Back-Office Toll Transaction Processing, Billing & Customer Account Management (TLAJABAC), Toll Violation Management, Collections & Dispute Resolution (TLAJABAG)

Keywords

• Toll road operations
• Airport management
• Electronic toll collection
• Public transit services
• Transportation infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Hammonton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Toll Collection: Revenue generated from toll collection on the Atlantic City Expressway using E-ZPass and Toll By Plate systems. Tolls are calculated based on entry/exit points and vehicle class. E-ZPass users receive discounted rates compared to Toll By Plate rates.
2. Airport Operations: Revenue from Atlantic City International Airport operations including concessions, parking, and facility fees. The airport served 1,042,348 passengers in 2024.
3. Transportation Services: Grant funding (approximately $3.2M in 2025) and non-grant funding (approximately $4M in 2025) for shuttle and transit services serving underserved communities.
4. Advertising & Sponsorship: Out-of-home advertising on the Atlantic City Expressway (billboards, logo signs) and at the airport. Over 47 million annual trips on ACE provide high billboard visibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The South Jersey Transportation Authority operates the 44.5-mile Atlantic City Expressway toll road, the Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), and the SJ Connects shuttle and transit services. It collects tolls electronically via E-ZPass and Toll By Plate, provides airport operations including parking and concessions, and runs community shuttles serving employment locations in six South Jersey counties. Additional services include the E-ZPass Frequent User discount program, Emergency Service Patrol roadside assistance, out-of-home advertising, and the READI environmental initiative.

Product overview

The South Jersey Transportation Authority operates a multi-modal transportation network comprising three core components: the Atlantic City Expressway (ACE), Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), and Transportation Services. The ACE is a 44.5-mile toll road that transitioned to all-electronic tolling in January 2026, utilizing E-ZPass transponders and Toll-by-Plate billing. The airport serves commercial and general aviation with multiple airline partners. Transportation Services provides shuttle and commuter transit across six South Jersey counties. Additional services include the E-ZPass Frequent User discount program, Emergency Service Patrol, Farley Service Plaza, out-of-home advertising, and the READI environmental initiative. The Authority manages approximately 47 annual vehicular trips on the ACE and over 1 million annual airport passengers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Atlantic City Expressway (ACE) A 44.5-mile (47 miles including connector) limited-access toll road operated by SJTA connecting the Philadelphia metropolitan area to Atlantic City and Jersey Shore communities, with 16 exits and 2 connectors serving millions of motorists annually.
• E-ZPass Electronic Toll Collection Electronic toll collection service on the Atlantic City Expressway using E-ZPass transponders for automatic payment, with Toll By Plate license plate billing as a fallback for non-E-ZPass users.
• Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) Commercial and general aviation airport operated by SJTA offering air travel to support commerce, tourism, and the general public, with airline service by Allegiant and Breeze Airways. Served 1,042,348 passengers in 2024 and over four million travelers annually.
• Transportation Services / SJ Connects Shuttle and transit services operated by SJTA providing community shuttles, feeder shuttles, commuter express routes, and shared services agreements with universities, counties, and corporations to enhance accessibility to employment locations underserved by public transportation.
• Emergency Service Patrol (ESP) Complimentary roadside assistance service for ACE motorists, with ESP vehicles patrolling the roadway to assist stranded drivers. Assisted over 28,000 vehicles in 2023.
• Farley Service Plaza Rest area at milepost 21.3 on the Atlantic City Expressway offering food, fuel, ATM services, tourist information, and housing the E-ZPass Customer Service Center.
• Out-of-Home Advertising Program Billboard and signage advertising program along the Atlantic City Expressway with high-visibility placements leveraging the corridor's limited number of exits and 47.5 million annual vehicular trips.
• Airport Advertising Static and digital advertising displays at Atlantic City International Airport, including wall wraps on the 1,400-space parking garage, reaching millions of air travelers annually.

Quantifiable outcome

• 47,553,702 vehicular trips recorded on ACE in 2023
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development organization supporting transportation initiatives and business growth in Atlantic County.
• Camden County Regional Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber of commerce supporting business development and transportation infrastructure in Camden County.
• Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew Jersey state authority focused on investing in Atlantic City development and supporting tourism-related transportation infrastructure.
• Cape May County Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber supporting tourism and transportation initiatives in Cape May County.
• Chamber of Commerce of Southern New JerseycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional chamber representing business interests across Southern New Jersey including transportation advocacy.
• Gloucester County Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber supporting business and transportation development in Gloucester County.
• Greater Atlantic City ChambercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber focused on Atlantic City business development and tourism promotion.
• Greater Toms River Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber supporting business community in the Toms River region.
• Greater Vineland Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber representing business interests in Vineland and Cumberland County.
• IBTTA (International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational association of toll road authorities providing best practices, advocacy, and industry standards for toll collection and highway management.
• Atlantic City Metropolitan Business & Citizens Association (MBCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation representing business and citizen interests in Atlantic City metropolitan area.
• National Aerospace Research & Technology Park (NARTP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch and technology park associated with Stockton University focused on aviation and aerospace research supporting Atlantic City Airport development.
• Alliance for ActionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development organization supporting infrastructure and business initiatives.
• New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide business association advocating for economic development and transportation infrastructure policy.
• New Jersey Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide chamber of commerce supporting business advocacy and transportation policy.
• New Jersey Tourism Industry AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation representing tourism industry stakeholders including transportation providers serving visitors to New Jersey.
• Public Relations Council of Greater Atlantic CityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional organization for PR practitioners in the Atlantic City region.
• Salem County Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber representing business interests in Salem County.
• Southern New Jersey Development CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment council focused on economic growth and infrastructure development in Southern New Jersey.
• Southern Ocean Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber serving the Southern Ocean County region.
• Visit Atlantic CitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTourism marketing organization promoting Atlantic City as a travel destination, working with SJTA on visitor transportation access.
• Chickie's & Pete'sminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant partnership for Free Toll Friday event offering free tolls at Eastbound Egg Harbor toll plaza during Memorial Day weekend. Part of Summer of Shellfish promotion and 100 Days of Summer celebration.
• DebtBookcoreTechnology or IntegrationTreasury Management System provider adopted by SJTA to modernize treasury workflows. Consolidates debt management, cash management, and investment management into a single platform for real-time visibility and compliance with GASB 31, 40, and 72 standards.
• The Patriot FundminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVeterans support organization partnered with Chickie's & Pete's for Memorial Day Weekend fundraising during Free Toll Friday event.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission: Operates a 550-mile toll highway system in Pennsylvania using E-ZPass. A larger, established toll operator comparable in technology stack and corridor-based operations, though serving a different geography.
• Port Authority of New York and New Jersey: Bi-state authority operating major toll crossings (George Washington Bridge, Holland/Lincoln Tunnels), airports (JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Stewart), and the PATH transit system. Comparable as a much larger multi-modal tolling + airport + transit authority in the same Northeast region.
• Maryland Transportation Authority: State authority operating toll facilities, BWI Airport, and the Port of Baltimore. Comparable as a multi-modal transportation authority combining toll roads, an airport, and port/transit services under a single state-created entity.

Others

• IBTTA (International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association): Industry association for toll authorities worldwide, of which SJTA is a member. Not an operator, but a peer reference point for industry standards, AET best practices, and tolling policy advocacy.

Direct peers

• New Jersey Turnpike Authority: Operates the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, two of the largest toll roads in the U.S. Like SJTA, it is a New Jersey state authority operating E-ZPass-based electronic tolling with trip-based pricing; directly comparable as a peer state toll operator.
• Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA): Bi-state authority operating four toll bridges between New Jersey and Pennsylvania, using E-ZPass electronic tolling. Comparable as a regional toll operator serving overlapping South Jersey / Philadelphia travel patterns with similar all-electronic transition considerations.
• Cape May County Bridge Commission: Operates bridges and toll facilities in Cape May County, NJ. Karen Hutchings, SJTA's Director of Tolls, previously served as its Executive Director, illustrating direct institutional comparability with SJTA's tolling operation.
• Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA): Operates toll bridges (Delaware Memorial Bridge) and the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, combining highway tolling with multi-modal transportation services. Closely comparable to SJTA's combination of toll road operations plus ferry/transit-adjacent services.
• Burlington County Bridge Commission: New Jersey bridge authority operating toll facilities and E-ZPass services in the South Jersey region. Comparable as a smaller-scale peer toll authority with overlapping E-ZPass interoperability and customer service center model.

Regional players

• Atlantic County Improvement Authority: County-level authority supporting economic development projects and infrastructure in Atlantic County, overlapping with SJTA's six-county service area. Provides a regional comparator for local-authority economic development and infrastructure activities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

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