Pittsburgh Infrastructure & Market Access

Let’s run down the checklist of Pittsburgh’s infrastructure and market access compared to other metros: 

Domestic & international direct flights? Check. 

Inland port? Check. 

Interstate highway system? Check. 

Close to major metros, international markets, and natural resources? Check, check and check. 

The Pittsburgh region’s combination of assets and strategic location set it apart from other metros. 

The Pittsburgh region is still a leading steel and metals manufacturer, but it is much more than that. Pittsburgh has an economy that includes innovative technology and life sciences companies, top-ranked educational institutions, such as Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, robust retail and hospitality and so much more.  Accessing these assets makes regional infrastructure – physical and digital – critical. 

A more than $1 trillion bipartisan federal infrastructure bill was signed by President Joe Biden in November 2021. Later, Republicans and Democrats in the House and the Senate approved the bill to become the new infrastructure law — unlocking unprecedented funds.  For the Pittsburgh region, these new laws from the federal government will mean new opportunities for improvements to broadband, utilities and transportation, especially for those in poor condition. These improvements will make the region more attractive for trending business investment and talent. 

Considering just transportation, our infrastructure system – for getting here or getting goods from the region to market – is already about easy access, reliability and convenience. Let’s take a look.