Why Pennsylvania?
The success of Pennsylvania’s ports is no accident. Building on its central placement between the Northeast and the Mid-Atlantic, the state has heavily invested in building out ports and sea networks to open up commerce and trade. Our three major ports — Port of Philadelphia, Port of Pittsburgh, and Port of Erie — each contribute unique advantages for in-state and global companies. Over 67 million tons of goods come through our ports each year, representing nearly $50 billion in value. And they're growing, too - with the Port of Philadelphia alone poised to add thousands of new jobs over the coming years.
Pennsylvania leads the U.S. with 65 operating railroads and more than 5,600 miles of track. Those rails carry nearly 170 million tons of freight each year and offer cross-state rail service from New York City to Harrisburg and Pittsburgh via the Philadelphia and Pennsylvania lines.
Our more than 120,000 miles of highway allow for easy inner-state commutes as well as good transport from airports and seaports. And we're investing more in continuously improving our roadways: in 2024 alone, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and partners improved or replaced 488 bridges and 5,910 miles of roadway.
Going global in Pennsylvania is hassle-free thanks to six international airports, providing fast connections to major markets. The Philadelphia International Airport, Pittsburgh International Airport, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, Harrisburg International Airport, Lehigh-Northampton Airport, and the Erie International Airport all offer nonstop domestic and international flights, and our 125 regional airports make local and private travel a breeze.
Our airports are growing, too; not only are carriers continuously adding additional routes and flights, but major construction is also underway at both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia International Airports to accommodate an influx of new travelers.