Events
May 24, 2017
Open House for the New Penn State MBA Program at the Navy Yard
This August, Penn State Great Valley in Malvern launches its world-class, accredited MBA program at The Navy Yard. With two buildings located at The Navy Yard, Penn State will offer graduate and professional development programs designed for working professionals in Philadelphia. These courses are delivered in a flexible format with scholarship opportunities and in-state tuition
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May 24, 2017
PIDC Announces Three New Additions at the Navy Yard
With all the thriving activity at the Navy Yard, PIDC adds to its team to better enable our organization to bring the level of attention, skills, and guidance to important functions required to sustain the Navy Yard’s growth and momentum. We’re pleased to introduce you to Reed Lyons, Trevor Smith, and Leah Robinson. Read more
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April 23, 2017
12th Annual Great Chefs Event Returns to the Navy Yard
On Tuesday, June 20, more than 40 of the best chefs, winemakers, brewers, and mixologists from across the country and around the world will convene at the Navy Yard, in Philadelphia, for the 12th Annual Great Chefs Event. The Great Chefs Event began in 2006 by partners Marc Vetri and Jeff Benjamin to benefit Alex’s
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March 10, 2017
The Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at the Navy Yard completes expansion
Excited to be a part of the exciting growth of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, the Courtyard Philadelphia South announces the completed expansion with a new neighboring building providing an additional 42 guest rooms. The addition will accommodate the visitor demand of the Navy Yard and Philadelphia’s major sports venues. Already the recipient of the TripAdvisor
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March 10, 2017
Jefferson Announces Plans for Expanded Services at the Navy Yard
Jefferson Health will offer expanded services at the Navy Yard, having signed a multi-year lease agreement with Liberty Property/Synterra, a joint venture of Liberty Property Trust and Synterra Partners, for additional space to open a 70,000-plus square-foot facility at 3 Crescent Drive by early to mid-2018.
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March 1, 2017
Adaptimmune Cuts Ribbon on U.S. Headquarters at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia
Adaptimmune Therapeutics plc. (Nasdaq: ADAP), a leader in T-cell therapy to treat cancer, today announced it will host a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning at 10:30am at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia to celebrate the opening of its newly constructed U.S. headquarters and base for clinical and manufacturing operations. Developed by Liberty Property Trust (NYSE:
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November 2, 2016
Treats for Troops Care Packages
Navy Yard tenants: join Vincera Institute this holiday season by supporting a great organization called Treats for Troops. Treats for Troops was started by Freddie Klevan of Main Line Troop Support when he connected with a longtime friend in Iraq. Freddie asked how he could help the soldiers overseas fighting for our country.
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October 6, 2016
Ribbon Cut on Third Laboratory Facility for WuXi AppTec at the Navy Yard
Liberty Property Trust and PIDC joined WuXi AppTec, Inc., a global leader in pharmaceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, and medical devices, for a ribbon cutting ceremony to open their third facility at the Navy Yard. This new 150,000 square foot facility which, when fully operational, has the potential to accommodate an additional 200 high tech manufacturing and support
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August 5, 2016
New Federal Award to Expand Navy Yard Shuttle Service
PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, today announced it will expand its popular shuttle service at the Navy Yard, as a result of receiving funding from the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC). The $416,280 award is part of the Competitive Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program that funds projects to improve air quality
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July 13, 2016
Central Green Receives Three Prestigious Development and Design Awards
Liberty Property Trust and Synterra Partners (Liberty/Synterra) and PIDC today announced that Central Green, the dynamic park located in the center of The Navy Yard, has been honored with three awards, just as Liberty/Synterra’s newest building overlooking the park, 1200 Intrepid Avenue, is scheduled to come online.
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July 7, 2016
Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard has Received a 2016 Certificate of Excellence award
Professional and welcoming staff. Close to Wells Fargo Center and The Navy Yard. Quiet, modern rooms. Comfortable and nice-looking common spaces. Good parking. Guests who have stayed at Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard have spoken, and the world’s largest travel site has taken notice of these glowing reviews that make planning a trip to The
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April 28, 2016
The Navy Yard’s Spring Events Roundup
Spring has arrived in Philadelphia! The trees and flowers are in bloom, the sunshine is abundant, and birds are chirping outside. There are many great outdoor events to take advantage of at The Navy Yard, both during the day (take a break from work) or on evenings/weekends (to benefit charitable organizations). Here’s a short list; all events
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March 29, 2016
U.S. Department of Energy Selects The Navy Yard as a Location for Testing Micro-PMU Technology
PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, announced today that The Navy Yard has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as the site for a study on new technology for advanced electrical distribution and controls. The study will focus on how to make local electric distribution systems more reliable and create additional capabilities
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March 21, 2016
Liberty Property Trust Pre-Leases 26,000 Square Feet to PENN CAPITAL at 1200 Intrepid Ave
Liberty Property Trust, which owns and manages more than 12 million square feet of office, flex and industrial space in the Greater Philadelphia region, today announced it has pre-leased 26,000 square feet of office space at 1200 Intrepid Avenue to Penn Capital Management Company, Inc. (PENN CAPITAL). This summer the existing Liberty tenant will relocate
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February 12, 2016
PIDC Reports Banner Year at The Navy Yard in 2015 Featuring Robust Growth and Expansion
PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, announced that The Navy Yard experienced another tremendous year of growth in 2015, adding 12 new businesses and over 500 additional employees, bringing the total counts to 152 companies and 12,000 workers.
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