Senators Mccormick, Fetterman Celebrate $11.25 Million Federal Grant for Penn Terminals in Delaware County

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) today celebrated that Penn Terminals, a commercial seaport on the Delaware River in Eddystone, Delaware County, will receive an $11.25 million federal grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) to support its Cargo Handling project. “Pennsylvania’s ports connect U.S. businesses to markets around the world. Secretary Duffy recognizes that, and his leadership is helping make Pennsylvania a gateway to trade,” said Senator McCormick . “This $11.25 million investment in Penn Terminals will help strengthen our port infrastructure and support the workers and businesses that keep Pennsylvania competitive.” “Pennsylvania’s ports play a crucial role in keeping both our communities and our economy moving,” said Senator Fetterman . “This investment in Penn Terminals will increase cargo capacity along the Delaware River, strengthen our supply chains, and help connect Pennsylvania’s businesses to the world. I join my colleague in celebrating this news and what it means for the Commonwealth.” Penn Terminals handles cargo shipped into and out of the region, including shipping containers, fresh produce, steel, and other goods. The federal investment will support the terminal’s Cargo Handling project, helping to strengthen the infrastructure that connects Pennsylvania businesses to domestic and international markets. Senator McCormick wrote a letter of support to the U.S. Department of Transportation advocating for the project. The award was announced today by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. The Port Infrastructure Development Program supports projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of goods moving through the nation’s ports. Read Senator McCormick’s letter of support to Secretary Duffy here . ###