Smith’s Viewpoint: We need autonomous vehicle legislation to grow
“Companies value locations where government works with them and creates a statutory and regulatory environment that views the public interest and economic development as compatible, rather than competing, priorities.” Pittsburgh Business Times viewpoint by RIDC President Don Smith can be read in full here.
RIDC O’Hara Tenant Adds Jobs to Boost Microchip Production, Responding to Global Shortage
TribLive article spotlighting Aerotech, Inc., an RIDC tenant: “While there’s been steady growth in demand for computer chips amid worldwide shortages, an O’Hara company that creates products to help produce those chips has added space and now more jobs.”
President Joe Biden Visits RIDC’s Mill 19, Delivers Remarks on Infrastructure Law
President Joe Biden is at RIDC’s Mill 19 in Hazelwood Green today, putting a national spotlight on Pittsburgh and talking about strengthening the nation’s supply chains, revitalizing manufacturing, and much needed infrastructure improvements. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is a $1 trillion investment in the nation’s infrastructure. His remarks live.
Autonomous tech: It’s not just cars
While autonomous vehicles may be the most personal way in which we experience the benefits of this technology, there are myriad other applications already making our world healthier, safer and more efficient. The Pittsburgh Business Times article can be read in full here.
Beyond R&D: Capturing autonomous industry manufacturing in Pittsburgh is a crucial next step
Pittsburgh has the potential to become a global leader in autonomous technology. But investing in R&D will not be enough to get us there. Article can be read in full here.
Pittsburgh moving to the lead as autonomy industry continues to grow
The Pittsburgh region, which fueled economic expansion when steel was building the country’s industrial might, is now poised to fuel a new era of growth as new technologies revolutionize the way we live and work. This Pittsburgh Inno article can be read in full here.
“Pittsburgh’s Autonomy Economy” Content Hub Has Launched!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new content hub “Pittsburgh’s Autonomy Economy” in partnership with the Pittsburgh Business Times. It’s a space dedicated to discussing the autonomy sector in Pittsburgh—the challenges and opportunities—as well as highlighting industry leaders. The sector encompasses a wide range of technologies, such as robotics and artificial intelligence, transforming […]
City Brewery Expands Its Operations to RIDC Westmoreland
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Desiree Niccoli, desiree@alschulerpr.com, 412-535-5701 CITY BREWERY EXPANDS ITS OPERATIONS TO RIDC WESTMORELAND East Huntingdon Township, PA—January 10, 2022—Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) announced that City Brewery has signed a 5-year lease for 255,584 square feet of space in RIDC Westmoreland Innovation Center for warehousing and distribution operations. […]
RIDC Tenant Evoqua Expands in $196.3M Deal
New RIDC Tech Forge tenant Evoqua expands their service footprint in North America to provide proven water solutions for the health care industry in a $196.3 million deal.
New Autonomous Vehicle Legislation Announced at RIDC Mill 19
Government officials announced at RIDC Mill 19 proposed new legislation that will make it easier to test autonomous vehicles in Pittsburgh, keep related jobs here, and allow research efforts to align more closely with industry standards, which is integral if the region is to remain competitive in the global sector. Findings detailed in Forefront, a […]
Smith Viewpoint: Building a Smart Region with Wise Investments
Commentary from RIDC President Don Smith on the expected influx of federal infrastructure funding, the regional opportunities it presents, and the wise investments that need to be made. His column for the Pittsburgh Business Times can be read online here.
TM Crowley & Associates Buys Last Significant Development-Ready Parcel in RIDC’s Thorn Hill Industrial Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Desiree Niccoli, desiree@alschulerpr.com, 412-535-5701 TM CROWLEY & ASSOCIATES BUYS LAST SIGNIFICANT DEVELOPMENT-READY PARCEL IN RIDC’S THORN HILL INDUSTRIAL PARK Aerial view of Thorn Hill Industrial Park Cranberry Township, PA—November 2, 2021—Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) sold 4.707 acres of land for $852,000 to TM Crowley & […]
Solar Company Envinity Expands to Pittsburgh, Signing New Lease in RIDC Keystone Commons
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Desiree Niccoli, desiree@alschulerpr.com, 412-535-5701 SOLAR COMPANY ENVINITY EXPANDS TO PITTSBURGH, SIGNING NEW LEASE IN RIDC KEYSTONE COMMONS Turtle Creek, PA—October 28, 2021—Envinity, Inc., a solar renewable energy company, signed a three-year lease with Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) for 3,807-square-feet of flex space in the West […]
RIDC Sells Aliquippa Building Beaver Manor to Selectrode Industries
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Desiree Niccoli, desiree@alschulerpr.com, 412-535-5701 RIDC SELLS ALIQUIPPA BUILDING BEAVER MANOR TO SELECTRODE INDUSTRIES Aliquippa, PA—October 22, 2021—Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) has sold Beaver Manor, a 40,200-square-foot building, to Selectrode Industries, Inc. for $3,200,000. Beaver Manor is located in Beaver County Corporation for Economic Development’s Hopewell […]
Reflecting on the Pittsburgh Autonomy Study with TechVibe Radio
Reflecting on the autonomy study that came out over a month ago in this interview with Pittsburgh Technology Council. Link to interview.
RIDC Closes Multi-Parcel, Multi-Building Sale with Trulieve in McKeesport
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Desiree Niccoli, desiree@alschulerpr.com, 412-535-5701 RIDC CLOSES MULTI-PARCEL, MULTI-BUILDING SALE WITH TRULIEVE IN MCKEESPORT Aerial shot of RIDC’s Industrial Center of McKeesport McKeesport, PA – October 5, 2021 – Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) has completed a transaction with Trulieve, a leading multi-state operator (MSO) in the […]
New Study Finds Breakout Opportunity for Pittsburgh to Become Major Player Globally in Autonomy Sector
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Steven Alschuler, steve@alschulerpr.com, 917-647-2151 Desiree Niccoli, desiree@alschulerpr.com, 412-535-5701 NEW STUDY FINDS BREAKOUT OPPORTUNITY FOR PITTSBURGH TO BECOME MAJOR PLAYER GLOBALLY IN AUTONOMY SECTOR Study issued by RIDC, Greater Pittsburgh Chamber, with research by TEConomy, proposes urgent plan of action Pittsburgh, PA—September 8, 2021— The Pittsburgh autonomy sector has reached […]
County, RIDC Enter Partnership Agreement to Develop Carrie Furnace Site
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 26, 2021 Contact: Amie M. Downs Allegheny County 412-350-3711 (office) 412-327-3700 (cell) amie.downs@alleghenycounty.us Desiree Niccoli RIDC 412-535-5701 desiree@alschulerpr.com County, RIDC Enter Partnership Agreement to Develop Carrie Furnace Site PITTSBURGH – At its meeting this afternoon, the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County (RAAC) voted to enter into a partnership with the Regional […]
Evoqua Announces New Hub at RIDC’s Tech Forge in Lawrenceville
Evoqua’s presence will put the building, already well-occupied, at fully leased, reports Don Smith Jr., president of RIDC, who added it was “gratifying that the vision of the building is working and serving as an attractive option for the companies that are driving the region’s economic growth.” Article can be read in full here. Other coverage: […]
New Partnership & New Industrial Site in the Works at Fairywood
RIDC is exploring a partnership with the URA to develop more jobs in the city. Coverage: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette – New industrial site in the works at Fairywood Pittsburgh Business Times – URA plans to partner with RIDC to bring new industrial development to Fairywood site
Officials push for state support of Hazelwood Green to keep tech innovations in Pittsburgh
“RIDC has teamed with the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce on a study that will be released in a few weeks with recommendations for steps the region should take to keep industrial development in this region.” Article can be read in full at Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
