April 20, 2023
Earth Day Spotlight: PIDC Projects Contributing to Sustainability
This year’s theme for the environmental movement, Earth Day, is “Invest in Our Planet.” PIDC has been doing just that by investing in sustainable projects that are working to protect the environment in many ways. PIDC invests in both sustainable and equitable projects by supporting job growth, economic growth, and preservation of natural resources. PIDC’s sustainable
Read MoreDecember 22, 2022
Three Firms Shortlisted Biotech Campus
The Lower Schuylkill Biotech Campus is where Philadelphia’s ecosystem of discovery will grow into life altering outcomes for all and on June 14, 2022, PIDC issued an RFQ looking for the right partner for this unprecedented cell and gene therapy development opportunity. The developer selection process is designed to identify a partner to help us
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2022
Update on the Philadelphia Industrial Market & Land Use Strategy Study & Report
PIDC is gathering a diverse group of individuals to provide feedback for the Philadelphia Industrial Market & Land Use Strategy Study & Report, which consists of comprehensive insight on the current conditions and anticipated future trends of Philadelphia’s industrial environment. PIDC, in partnership with the Philadelphia City Planning Commission and the Philadelphia Department of Commerce,
Read MoreJune 28, 2022
Roundup of Updates in the Life Sciences Sector
Ranked among the top 10 life sciences markets in the U.S., the Philadelphia region is home to world-class research institutions, inventors of breakthrough medical treatments and technology, and 15 major health systems, according to the Select Greater Philadelphia Council. Plus, with nearly 70,000 employed in the life sciences industry and more than 40 cell and
Read MoreJune 28, 2022
2022 Philadelphia Industrial Market & Land Use Strategy Study & Report
This summer, PIDC, in partnership with the Philadelphia City Planning Commission and the Philadelphia Department of Commerce, will initiate work on the cutting-edge 2022 Philadelphia Industrial Market and Land Use Strategy Study and Report which will play a major part in developments in the city for the next decade or more. As an update from
Read MoreMay 19, 2022
PIDC ANNOUNCES LANDMARK LIFE SCIENCES DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY IN PHILADELPHIA
CONTACTS: Jessica Calter 215-496-8161 Elizabeth Brand Director of Marketing, Colliers 215-928-7582 Photo Credit: PIDC/Digsau Lower Schuylkill Biotech Campus solicitation offers opportunity for development of up to 1M square feet in an elite US bio cluster. PHILADELPHIA, PA – May 19, 2021 – PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, is seeking partners to shape
Read MoreApril 20, 2022
PIDC Joins United by Blue in Facilitating a Clean Up of Bartram’s North Property in Kingsessing
In coordination with United by Blue (UBB), in December 2021, PIDC facilitated a clean up of a Bartram’s North property located north of 49th street near Botanic Avenue in Kingsessing. As a sustainable clothing and accessories brand, UBB removes one pound of trash from oceans and waterways for every product purchased. Through UBB’s commitment to
Read MoreOctober 27, 2021
Grays Avenue Corridor Clean-Up Day
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Read MoreFebruary 24, 2021
Logistics & Distribution Update: February 2021
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Philadelphia has seen unprecedented real estate development in the booming logistics and distribution sector in recent years. One site that best exemplifies this surge in activity and
Read MoreDecember 17, 2020
Summary: 2020 Logistics & Distribution
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] The depth and breadth of the demand for new and renovated industrial space to meet the growing need for logistics and distribution facilities in Philadelphia is clearly
Read MoreNovember 24, 2020
RESTART Update: Logistics & Distribution
[av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/restart-action-plan-email-header.jpg’ attachment=’8892′ attachment_size=’full’ align=’center’ styling=” hover=” link=” target=” caption=” font_size=” appearance=” overlay_opacity=’0.4′ overlay_color=’#000000′ overlay_text_color=’#ffffff’ animation=’no-animation’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”][/av_image] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Working in partnership with the City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, and Philadelphia Works, we have jointly identified four phases of
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2020
Two EPA Grant Awards
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Read MoreDecember 19, 2019
December Logistics & Distribution Update
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] In early 2018, PIDC released Philadelphia Delivers: A Hub for Logistics & Distribution. Since the report’s release, Philadelphia has seen significant real estate development in this booming
Read MoreOctober 29, 2019
October Logistics & Distribution Update
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] In early 2018, PIDC released Philadelphia Delivers: A Hub for Logistics & Distribution. Since the report’s release, Philadelphia has seen significant real estate development in this booming
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2019
September Logistics & Distribution Update
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] In early 2018, PIDC released Philadelphia Delivers: A Hub for Logistics & Distribution. Since the report’s release, Philadelphia has continued to see significant real estate development in
Read MoreAugust 26, 2019
Logistics & Distribution Update
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] In early 2018, PIDC released Philadelphia Delivers: A Hub for Logistics & Distribution. Since the release of that report, Philadelphia has continued to see significant real estate
Read MoreFebruary 27, 2019
THE FUTURE OF WORK
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_horizontal_gallery ids=’6764,6766,6765′ height=’25’ size=’large’ links=’active’ lightbox_text=” link_dest=” gap=’large’ active=’enlarge’ initial=” control_layout=’av-control-default’ id=” custom_class=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] PIDC engaged the Urban Land Institute of Philadelphia’s Technology and Competitiveness Council as a
Read MoreNovember 29, 2018
GROUNDBREAKING FOR PHILADELPHIA LOGISTICS CENTER
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] PIDC, JLL, and Ridge Development (a Transwestern Development Company) recently came together to break ground on the 207,500 square foot state-of-the-art Philadelphia Logistics Center located in the
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