Celebrating Philadelphia’s Rise in Global Startup Rankings

Philadelphia has been ranked the #13 Global Startup Ecosystem in the newly released 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) by Startup Genome. This marks a remarkable 12-spot leap from last year’s ranking and affirms what we’ve long known — Philadelphia is a world-class destination for startups, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.

$100 Million Investment at Philadelphia Navy Yard Marks Major Growth for Region

The major investment by Rhoads Industries, in partnership with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration, is set to make Philadelphia’s Navy Yard a national hub for submarine manufacturing and inject a projected $44 million in annual payroll into the local economy.

New International Flights from PHL Connects More Global Markets and Talents to the Region

Philadelphia International Airport’s new destinations are not just new routes – it’s a new opportunity for Greater Philadelphia to elevate the region’s international visibility, support business attraction in high‑growth industries, and foster inclusive regional economic growth.

Industry Experts Weigh in on Why Philadelphia’s Life Science Real Estate Market is Booming

Bio investors are increasingly betting on Philadelphia’s soaring life sciences commercial real estate market to expand their operations. A strong demand for advanced lab and manufacturing facilities and near record low vacancy rates are the drivers behind our region’s success.

Minaris Advanced Therapies Picks Philadelphia for its Headquarters

Greater Philadelphia’s reputation as a hub for cell and gene therapy made it stand out to the global company spanning three continents.

The Wistar Institute Launches HIV Cure and Viral Diseases Center

Made possible by a $24 million institutional investment from Wistar, the HIV Cure and Viral Diseases Center will advance Wistar’s dedication to cure research to meet the challenge of HIV. The goal is to move beyond current life-long treatments to eradicate the virus