UN General Assembly Week Diplomatic Transportation

Provide distinguished transportation during UN General Assembly Week, serving diplomats, delegates, and international officials attending the world’s premier diplomatic gathering at United Nations Headquarters in Midtown East Manhattan.

Diplomatic Transportation Expertise

General Assembly Week brings together world leaders, diplomatic delegations, and international media for the United Nations’ most significant annual event. Our service specializes in diplomatic protocols, enhanced security coordination, and the precision timing required for high-level international meetings.

United Nations Plaza Access

The UN Headquarters complex at East 42nd Street and First Avenue operates under heightened security during General Assembly Week:

Primary Entrance: Delegates’ entrance on First Avenue with enhanced screening protocols Media Access: Separate entrance procedures for international press and media delegations
VIP Protocol: Coordinated arrival procedures for heads of state and senior officials Staff Access: Multiple entry points for UN staff and accredited personnel

Security & Protocol Coordination

General Assembly Week requires specialized transportation understanding:

• Advance Credentialing: Vehicle and driver screening for UN Plaza access
• Diplomatic Courtesy: Professional service appropriate for international delegations
• Security Routing: Coordination with NYPD and diplomatic security services
• Flexible Scheduling: Accommodation for last-minute diplomatic schedule changes

International Airport Connections

JFK International: Primary gateway for commercial diplomatic travel, 45-60 minutes to UN Headquarters via FDR Drive routing.

Teterboro (TEB): Preferred for government and diplomatic aircraft, 35-45 minutes to Midtown East with minimal traffic impact.

Newark Airport: Alternative international gateway, 50-70 minutes depending on Manhattan traffic and security restrictions.

Peak Diplomatic Hours

Morning Sessions (9 AM - 11 AM): Heavy delegate movement to UN Plaza for General Assembly proceedings.

Lunch Break (12 PM - 2 PM): Mid-day meetings and diplomatic lunches throughout Manhattan.

Afternoon Sessions (2 PM - 4 PM): Continued UN activities with scheduled bilateral meetings.

Evening Events (6 PM+): Diplomatic receptions, consulate events, and official dinners across Manhattan venues.

Professional Vehicle Standards

Diplomatic transportation with appropriate presentation:

• Executive Sedans: Standard for diplomatic personnel and delegation members
• Luxury SUVs: Preferred for senior officials and security considerations
• Mercedes Sprinters: Ideal for larger delegations and diplomatic staff transportation

Manhattan Diplomatic Venues

Beyond UN Headquarters, General Assembly Week includes events at:

• Consulates & Diplomatic Missions: Throughout Manhattan’s diplomatic corridor
• Hotel Venues: Major diplomatic hotels hosting official receptions
• Cultural Institutions: Museums and venues hosting diplomatic cultural events

Professional car service that understands diplomatic protocol, international courtesy, and the security requirements of the world’s most important diplomatic gathering.