Construction Begins on PennSTART – State of the Art Testing and Research Facility for Autonomous Technology Industry and First Responders
Pittsburgh, Monday, December 8 . . . Construction has begun on PennSTART, a closed loop, state-of-the-art testing facility designed to accelerate innovation in emerging transportation technology, improve the safety and efficiency of transportation infrastructure, enhance traffic incident management training, and support regional economic development. Located at RIDC’s Westmoreland Innovation Center in Mount Pleasant, PennSTART is […]
Mon Valley Forward can power a new era of growth in Pittsburgh
For generations, the Monongahela River Valley was the industrial heart of Pittsburgh’s economy. Its mills and factories produced the steel that built America — and the communities that grew around them helped define the region’s identity. When that industry collapsed, the jobs left, and so did many of the people. The effects of that decline […]
RIDC Newsletter Fall 2025
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Intervala at RIDC Westmoreland: Where Pittsburgh’s manufacturing legacy meets its tech future
Blending the manufacturing legacy of southwestern Pennsylvania with the region’s new identity as a center of technology innovation is one of the keys to future economic growth and job creation. Few companies illustrate that intersection more clearly than Intervala, LLC, a full-service contract manufacturer that produces complex, high-performance printed circuit board assemblies, electromechanical systems, and […]
Residential, retail opportunities coming to RIDC Park in O’Hara
New residential and commercial development options are now available at the RIDC Park in O’Hara. Read Full Story Here
The List: Commercial Property Managers
The commercial property managers in the Pittsburgh metro that are included in this list have more than 135 million square footage of space under management. Read Full Story Here
Intervala renews lease at RIDC Westmoreland
Story Highlights Intervala renews 218,000-square-foot lease at RIDC Westmoreland Innovation Center. New CEO Rob McKernan cites regional confidence for renewal decision. Intervala employs 250 people, manufacturing electronics for various industries. Read Full Story Here
Smith’s Viewpoint: Seizing the moment: Translate Pittsburgh’s AI momentum into real jobs
Story Highlights Pittsburgh’s Energy & Innovation Summit highlighted $90 billion in new investment. A unified, urgent strategy is needed for economic development. Clear, measurable goals must focus on job creation and growth. Read Full Story Here
Mill 19: A Catalytic Postindustrial Landscape
Honor Award General Design Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States TEN x TEN D.I.R.T. Studio Client: Regional Industrial Development Corporation Read Full Story Here
CMU and RIDC at Mill 19: Sparking the creation of an iconic symbol of Pittsburgh’s new economy
When RIDC took control of Mill 19 at Hazelwood Green, part of what was once a sprawling J&L and LTV steel works, it set out to create a project that would become a symbol of Pittsburgh’s future economic growth, while paying homage to its industrial heritage. Read Full Story Here
Re:Build Manufacturing at New Ken Advanced Manufacturing Park: Charting a course for American manufacturing, lifting up a community
When Governor Shapiro announced two years ago that a national search by Massachusetts-based Re:Build Manufacturing had led it to New Kensington, it was big news for the region. The Regional Industrial Development Corporation (RIDC) had taken control of the property – a former Alcoa campus – in partnership with the Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation […]
Instinct Robotics leases space at Mill 19, bringing AI-driven manufacturing robots to Pittsburgh tech hub
Story Highlights Instinct Robotics leases 3,000-square-foot office in Mill 19. Company develops AI-driven robots for manufacturing tasks like grinding. Instinct Robotics received multi-million-dollar seed funding from Valor Equity Partners. Read Full Story Here
Rebuilding Pittsburgh — the Story of RIDC
The story of RIDC over the past 70 years — it was founded in 1955 — is closely intertwined with the economic history of the Pittsburgh region. Both are chronicled in a new book, Rebuilding Pittsburgh: RIDC and the Transformation of the Steel City. Written by award-winning journalist Jeffery Fraser and edited by Pittsburgh Quarterly publisher […]
RIDC acquires first Neighborhood 91 building, plans new 100,000-square-foot facility
RIDC buys first Neighborhood 91 building from Buncher Company. RIDC plans 100,000-square-foot building construction by year-end at Neighborhood 91. RIDC takes over Neighborhood 91 development, focusing on additive manufacturing. Read Full Story Here
RIDC and Westmoreland County: Partnership brings jobs to the region
This is the fifth in a series of excerpts from “Rebuilding Pittsburgh: RIDC and the Transformation of the Steel City.” For the past 70 years, the Regional industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) has played an integral role in rebuilding the Pittsburgh region’s economy. A new book, Rebuilding Pittsburgh: RIDC and the Transformation of […]
Photos: Then-and-now of RIDC’s 70-year history and influence in Pittsburgh region
RIDC celebrates 70 years of reshaping southwestern Pennsylvania’s development. RIDC transformed former steel sites into tech and industrial centers. RIDC’s projects include Mill 19, Carrie Furnace and Lawrenceville Technology Center. Read Full Story Here
How RIDC went from perceived competitor to key partner for regional growth
RIDC transformed a former Sony plant into the Westmoreland Innovation Center. The center now houses major tenants and employs over 1,000 people. RIDC’s success inspired private developers to invest in Westmoreland County. Read Full Story Here
Pittsburgh’s Neighborhood 91 Advances as a Comprehensive Additive Manufacturing Ecosystem
Neighborhood 91 in Pittsburgh is actively expanding as a comprehensive site that integrates multiple stages of the additive manufacturing (AM) supply chain. Located near Pittsburgh International Airport, the development is overseen by the nonprofit Regional Industrial Development Corporation (RIDC) on land owned by the Allegheny County Airport Authority. Of the 195-acre master plan, one building is currently operational and […]
Plum author details RIDC’s efforts to revitalize Pittsburgh region over 7 decades
The Regional Industrial Development Corporation is marking its 70th year of helping guide southwest Pennsylvania’s turbulent economic journey spurred by the steel industry collapse. Read Full Story Here
Spotlight On: Donald Smith, President, Regional Industrial Development Corporation
“We should prioritize timely approvals for projects that align with the region’s outlook,” said Regional Industrial Development Corporation President Donald Smith in an interview with Invest:. Smith highlighted the organization’s focus on strategic development and priorities including revitalizing underutilized sites and fostering growth in key sectors like autonomy and advanced manufacturing to drive economic development in […]
Allegheny Conference leads push for ‘Appalachian Innovation Corridor’ in AI and energy tech
Pittsburgh organizations propose Appalachian Innovation Corridor for AI infrastructure development. Department of Energy considers NETL sites for AI infrastructure expansion. Twenty-four organizations cosign proposal to establish AI leadership hub. Read Story Here