Navy Yard Blog

October 14, 2025

Support Camp Out For Hunger at The Navy Yard!

This October – November, the Navy Yard will be supporting Camp Out For Hunger by collecting canned food donations! At this time of year when many people experience food insecurity, the Navy Yard community comes together for a common cause.  Local nonprofit Philabundance partners with WMMR’s Preston & Steve to end hunger for good and

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October 10, 2025

Reimagining South Broad Street: A Gateway to the Future of the Navy Yard

PIDC, on behalf of the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development, has selected KS Engineers (KSE) to lead the redesign of South Broad Street and the Navy Yard Main Gate, a vital gateway to one of Philadelphia’s economic powerhouses. The KSE team, based here in Philadelphia, brings together top local talent:

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September 29, 2025

From Base Closure to Economic Powerhouse: Philadelphia Navy Yard Marks 25 Years with New Documentary

PIDC, elected officials, and business and civic leaders gathered to recognize a quarter-century of job creation and economic impact at The Navy Yard as one of the nation’s most successful redevelopment projects enters its next chapter Note for Media: Photos of the event can be downloaded for publication HERE.  The new documentary, Legacy & Horizon:

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September 12, 2025

The Navy Yard 25th Anniversary Documentary: Legacy & Horizon

For 25 years, the Philadelphia Navy Yard has been a story of resilience, vision, and partnership. Once a shuttered naval base facing an uncertain future, it has become one of the most ambitious urban redevelopments in the nation.Through this anniversary documentary series, we’ll trace the Navy Yard’s journey, from the despair of its closure to

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September 5, 2025

A New Chapter for the Navy Yard Shuttle: Partnership with Yankee Line

Starting October 1, Yankee Line will operate the Navy Yard Transit shuttle service, bringing their expertise and commitment to high-quality service to our campus.  As the Navy Yard continues to expand, reliable and accessible transit options are more important than ever. Every day, Navy Yard Transit shuttle services connect approximately 1,300 riders on the Express

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Community

July 7, 2025

Witness History at the Screening of “Invisible Warriors” at the Navy Yard

During World War II, over 40,000 people worked at the Philadelphia naval yard, building and repairing ships as part of our nation’s war effort. Women were part of this vital workforce and were affectionately known as “Rosie the Riveters.” But some Rosies haven’t received the recognition they deserve: the African American women who served on

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Tenants

July 2, 2025

Welcome, Rothman Orthopaedics!

Welcome Rothman Orthopaedics to the Navy Yard! We are excited to add Rothman Orthopaedics, which offers bone and joint care, to our roster of healthcare companies on our campus. A global leader in the field of orthopedics, Rothman has been recognized among the nation’s best in orthopedic providers. The new office is located at 1

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June 24, 2025

25 Years, 25 Stops: Join the Official Navy Yard Scavenger Hunt

Happening Now Until July 24, 2025. Post Photos & Win the Eat, Play Stay Grand Prize! Ready, set, explore! This year, we’re marking 25 years of innovation, transformation, and economic impact at the Navy Yard, and you’re invited to join the celebration with a one-of-a-kind photo scavenger hunt! From historic ships and waterfront views to

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June 17, 2025

Job Growth, Progress, & Partnerships at the Navy Yard: PIDC’s 2024 Annual Review

PIDC, in collaboration with development partner Ensemble/Mosaic, took major steps in 2024 to advance its bold vision for the future of the Navy Yard. From breaking ground on new residential buildings, to welcoming new companies such as BioMerieux and Comcast, to celebrating major infrastructure upgrades, the year was filled with meaningful progress. Today, the Navy

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June 12, 2025

Family Fest: Celebrating 25 Years of Transformation and Investment

On June 7, the Navy Yard came alive with joy, music, and fun as we welcomed the public to celebrate PIDC’s major milestone: 25 years of driving job growth and development at the Navy Yard, made possible through the support of our investors, stakeholders, and partners.  Families gathered under sunny skies at Central Green to

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Awards

May 19, 2025

South Broad Street to Receive Multimodal Improvements with Support from DCED Grant 

PIDC (on behalf of Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development) has been awarded $231,000 through the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) for enhancements at the Navy Yard.   The grant will support design and engineering for the South Broad Street Multimodal Improvement Project. The project’s goal is to redesign

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Workforce Development

May 12, 2025

Applications Now Open for the next Aseptic Manufacturing Program!

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. The next cohort of the Skills Initiative at the Navy Yard is now accepting applications until Monday, May 19, at 5 p.m. We are now accepting applications for our next partnership with Iovance Biotherapeutics for the Asceptic Manufacturing Program. What is the Aseptic Manufacturing Program? This program prepares graduates with workplace

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Press Releases

May 9, 2025

NAVY YARD AWARDED $30 MILLION FROM PA SITES PROGRAM TO DRIVE JOB GROWTH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Thursday, May 8, 2025 Contacts:PIDC, Charlotte Merrick202-679-4287cmerrick@pidcphila.com Ensemble / Mosaic, Tracy Buchholz 267-992-0808tracy@enroutemarketing.com Funding from the Commonwealth will drive job growth and economic development at the Navy Yard PHILADELPHIA, PA | May 8, 2025 – Today, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joined Department of Commerce and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger, Pennsylvania State Senator

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May 8, 2025

Commonwealth Invests $30 Million in Navy Yard’s Next Chapter of Growth

The Navy Yard will take a major leap forward in its ambitious redevelopment plan, thanks to a $30 million investment from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania — the largest award given in the inaugural round of the state’s new PA SITES program. The grant will accelerate development of the Greenway District, paving the way for up

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Tenants

May 8, 2025

Small Business Spotlight: Bloom 42

Bloom 42: A Dream Come True Small Business Week at the Navy Yard continues with a spotlight on Bloom 42, a beautiful and inspiring new event space at the Navy Yard—and the dream realized by founder Atiya Hobson. Located on Kitty Hawk Avenue, Bloom 42 isn’t your typical event venue. What was once a café

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