South Philadelphia

PIDC and Ensemble/Mosaic Execute Navy Yard Development Agreement, Launching $2.5 Billion Development Plan

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Other Construction & Property, Architecture, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Urban planning, Washington Navy Yard, Urban design, Delaware River Port Authority, National Register of Historic Places in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, South Philadelphia, Placemaking, United States Navy, Navy Yard, Request for proposal, National Register of Historic Places, Architecture of the United States

Upon completion of these buildings the Navy Yard will eclipse one million square feet of life sciences space.

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  • Upon completion of these buildings the Navy Yard will eclipse one million square feet of life sciences space.
  • Execution of the development agreement with Ensemble and Mosaic and commencement of their initial life sciences projects will launch the next exciting chapter of development at the Navy Yard.
  • In January 2021, PIDC and Ensemble/Mosaic released a Request for Proposals (RFP) opportunity for large-scale comprehensive master planning at the Navy Yard.
  • The 2021 Navy Yard Master Plan Update will establish a dynamic, cohesive, and achievable placemaking vision and development framework as the Navy Yard embarks on its next phase of expansion and growth.

The Cordish Companies Proudly Celebrates The Grand Opening Of Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

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Friday, February 12, 2021
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Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the new world-class gaming, hotel, dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of the Philadelphia Stadium District.

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  • Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the new world-class gaming, hotel, dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of the Philadelphia Stadium District.
  • Casino brand into the great City of Philadelphia," said Reed Cordish, Principal of The Cordish Companies.
  • Casino & Hotel Philadelphia to South Philadelphia and the entire Greater Philadelphia Region," Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson (Second District) said.
  • "The Cordish Companies," "The Cordish Company" and "Cordish" are trademarks used under license by independent corporations, legal liability companies and partnerships ("Cordish Entities").

Rittenhouse Realty Advisors Sells 50 Units in Passyunk Square Section of Philadelphia for $11,750,000

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rittenhouse Realty Advisors, a commercial real estate sales brokerage firm, is pleased to announce the sale of 1200 Washington Avenue, a modular luxury apartment building in the Passyunk Square / Avenue of the Arts section of Philadelphia.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rittenhouse Realty Advisors, a commercial real estate sales brokerage firm, is pleased to announce the sale of 1200 Washington Avenue, a modular luxury apartment building in the Passyunk Square / Avenue of the Arts section of Philadelphia.
  • Built in 2017, the property features luxury finishes in the kitchens and baths, has a premium outdoor residents lounge and offers off-street parking for tenants.
  • The property is walkable to the award-winning restaurants of Passyunk Square and The Italian Market.
  • Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Rittenhouse Realty Advisors is a real estate advisory firm with an extensive focus in the brokerage of multi-family communities throughout the northeast region of the United States.

Comcast Spectacor Advances Commitment to Renewable Energy and Sustainability

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Friday, January 8, 2021
Hockey, Building Systems, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Alternative energy, Construction & Property, Energy, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, General Entertainment, Other Entertainment, Environment, Sports, Electronic Games, Automotive, Entertainment, Lacrosse, Utilities, Companies, Indoor arenas in the United States, Philadelphia Fusion, Comcast Spectacor, South Philadelphia, Renewable Energy Certificate, Wells Fargo Center, Comcast, Energy certificate, Renewable energy, SunPower, Renewable resource

Comcast Spectacor, owner of the Wells Fargo Center arena and the National Hockey Leagues Philadelphia Flyers, is advancing its commitment to renewable energy and sustainability at two of its primary facilities.

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  • Comcast Spectacor, owner of the Wells Fargo Center arena and the National Hockey Leagues Philadelphia Flyers, is advancing its commitment to renewable energy and sustainability at two of its primary facilities.
  • Comcast Spectacor will sell the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from the onsite solar and purchase national RECs to provide all Spectacor facilities with 100% renewable electricity.
  • Comcast Spectacor is pleased to advance our support of renewable energy through this onsite solar technology installation by SunPower, said Dave Scott, Chairman and CEO, Comcast Spectacor.
  • All of these efforts will provide Comcast Spectacor facilities with 100% renewable electricity and supports Comcast NBCUniversals long-term aspirational goal of achieving 100 percent renewable energy.

PrimoHoagies Announces Significant Growth Plans for 2021

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Thursday, January 7, 2021
Regions of the United States, Geography of the United States, Mid-Atlantic states, Northeastern United States, States of the United States, Primo Hoagies, South Philadelphia, Westville, NEW JERSEY, DELAWARE

Founded in South Philadelphia in 1992, PrimoHoagies currently has 81 locations throughout six states.

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  • Founded in South Philadelphia in 1992, PrimoHoagies currently has 81 locations throughout six states.
  • The stores have achieved significant, increasing success even through the pandemic, thanks in large part to a business model that was predominantly takeout before COVID.
  • By adding curbside pick-up and delivery options, PrimoHoagies was able to continue to serve its customers seamlessly.
  • Headquartered in Westville, New Jersey, PrimoHoagies now has franchise locations open across Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, and South Carolina.

Philadelphia Eagles and Ricoh deliver a winning play to help fans support team and charity

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Friday, October 2, 2020
National Football League, Culture of Philadelphia, Sports in the United States, Army–Navy Game, South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Fuyo Group, Ricoh, Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia Eagles

Ricoh and the Eagles are empowering fans to purchase cutouts to "cheer on" their team from the stands of Lincoln Financial Field while watching the games safely at home.

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  • Ricoh and the Eagles are empowering fans to purchase cutouts to "cheer on" their team from the stands of Lincoln Financial Field while watching the games safely at home.
  • These cutouts, produced with local Ricoh partner image360 Marlton (N.J.) , help fans show their Eagles pride while respecting social distancing guidelines.
  • "Eagles fans mean everything to us and their presence at Lincoln Financial Field has always been a signature trademark of our game day experience," said Catherine Carlson, Senior Vice President, Revenue and Strategy, Philadelphia Eagles.
  • To learn more about how Ricoh, image360 Marlton and the Philadelphia Eagles are working together to bring fans' team spirit to Lincoln Financial Field, watch this segment on 6abc in Philadelphia.

BetRivers.com And Wells Fargo Center To Unveil New Sports Lounges That Will Debut For Flyers Home Opener

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Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Indoor arenas in the United States, Sports in the United States, Sports in Pennsylvania, South Philadelphia, Wells Fargo Center, Wells Fargo, Philadelphia Flyers

This year, the games will be even more exciting thanks to two sports lounges that will debut opening night when the Flyers host the New Jersey Devils.

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  • This year, the games will be even more exciting thanks to two sports lounges that will debut opening night when the Flyers host the New Jersey Devils.
  • The latest renderings give a sneak peak of the brand new BetRivers.com Sports Lounge and the Rivers Casino Philadelphia Sports Lounge.
  • "We are thrilled to launch our partnership with SugarHouse, soon to be Rivers Casino and BetRivers.com, through these sport lounges which will undoubtedly elevate the game day experience at the Wells Fargo Center," said Valerie Camillo, President of Business Operations for the Flyers and Wells Fargo Center.
  • "The Wells Fargo Center will be Rivers Casino Philadelphia's home away from home," said Rob Long, general manager of the casino property.

PIDC Releases Request For Qualifications Seeking New Development Partners For The Philadelphia Navy Yard

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Friday, September 27, 2019
Delaware River Port Authority, National Register of Historic Places in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, South Philadelphia, Neighborhoods in Washington, D.C., Washington Navy Yard, Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation, Navy Yard, Architecture of the United States, Mid-Atlantic states, United States

"One of the great Philadelphia turnaround stories is the transformation of the Navy Yard into a thriving riverfront community of 170 companies and nearly 15,000 employees," said John Grady, President of PIDC.

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  • "One of the great Philadelphia turnaround stories is the transformation of the Navy Yard into a thriving riverfront community of 170 companies and nearly 15,000 employees," said John Grady, President of PIDC.
  • We believe that this is an incredible opportunity for new partners to contribute to the next phase of innovation and development at the Navy Yard."
  • The opportunity to develop multifamily housing at the Navy Yard is new; PIDC recently codified a process with the Navy by which the deed restriction that has historically precluded residential development can be selectively lifted by PIDC.
  • "The Navy Yard is one of Philadelphia's iconic places," said Prema Katari Gupta, PIDC's Senior Vice President for the Navy Yard.

Spectrum Gaming Group Plays Featured Roles in Upcoming Clarion Gaming Events

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Friday, May 3, 2019
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Both events are produced by Spectrum's longstanding partner, Clarion Gaming, the world's largest producer of conferences focused on the future of the global gaming industry.

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  • Both events are produced by Spectrum's longstanding partner, Clarion Gaming, the world's largest producer of conferences focused on the future of the global gaming industry.
  • Lee Richardson, a principal and co-founder of Spectrum Gaming Sports Group, will deliver a Sports Book Management MasterClass in Boston on May 13, through Clarion's Totally Gaming Academy.
  • Commenting on Spectrum's support, Kate Chambers, Clarion Gaming's Managing Director, said: "I am delighted to be working with Michael and the team at Spectrum Gaming Group.
  • Our products include the ICE family, the world's largest gaming technology exhibitions, and the iGaming Business group of events and publications for the interactive global gaming industry.

Franchise Consulting Firm MBB Management Secures Deal to Open 7 Tony Luke's Stores In NYC

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Thursday, January 31, 2019
South Philadelphia, Tony Luke's, Cookies, MBB, Franchising, Cookie dough, Franchise consulting, Business

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --MBB Management, the Philadelphia-based franchising consulting partner and operations manager for Tony Luke's, has just inked a deal to open seven new Tony Luke's franchise locations throughout New York City, Long Island and Yonkers.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --MBB Management, the Philadelphia-based franchising consulting partner and operations manager for Tony Luke's, has just inked a deal to open seven new Tony Luke's franchise locations throughout New York City, Long Island and Yonkers.
  • MBB Management has been the franchise consultant to Tony Luke's for over seven years and has helped the brand expand from four locations to twenty-two locations prior to their NYC deal.
  • As a full service restaurant consulting company, MBB Management will provide training for Tony Luke's newest investor.
  • MBB Management is the franchise consulting firm for Tony Luke's, Chaps Pit Beef, Martorano's Caf, DoDo Edible Cookie Dough & Ice Cream, and Lilly Cakes.