World Trade Centre reopens 13 years after 9/11 attacks

The Port Authority director said: 'The New York City skyline is whole again, as One World Trade Center takes its place in Lower Manhattan'

16:36 04 November 2014

The World Trade Centre had reopened for business 13 years after the 9/11 terrorist attack marking an emotional milestone for both New Yorkers and the nation.

Publishing giant Conde Nast moved in to America’s tallest building on Monday, it has now been revealed. One World Trade Centre is now a 104-story, $3.9billion skyscraper that dominates the Manhattan skyline.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said in a statement today: 'One World Trade Center serves as a symbol of the resilience of the people of New York.

'Today, as we open its doors for the first time, we remember that strength and courage will always conquer weakness and cowardice, and that the American spirit, defended by proud New Yorkers, will not be defeated.

'That lesson and that example live on today as powerful as they were 13 years ago. This is a tremendous day for all New Yorkers, proving once again that the spirit of resurgence and community lives on stronger than ever before.'

Meanwhile, Patrick Foye, executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey that owns both the building and the World Trade Center site, said: 'The New York City skyline is whole again, as One World Trade Center takes its place in Lower Manhattan.’