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Delaware River Port Authority company history timeline

1953

The Franklin Square PATCO station, unused since 1953, reopens to coincide with the Bicentennial celebration.

In 1953, construction started on a new bridge to connect South Philadelphia and Gloucester City.

1988

At a “Golden Spike” ceremony, the DRPA takes the first step in fulfilling the mandate set in 1988.

The opening will mark the completion of all three goals outlined by the governors in 1988.

1992

The ferry began summertime operation between Penns Landing and the Camden waterfront in 1992.

2008

The sale of the last liner home-ported in Philadelphia, the Norwegian Cruise Line’s Majesty, in 2008 was a major blow.

2011

In 2011, DRPA ceased operating the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal.

2015

In 2015, DRPA sold the RiverLink Ferry to the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation and the Cooper's Ferry Partnership.

2020

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