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Strategically located. Cost effective. Multi-modal.

Strategically located. Cost effective. Multi-modal.

Zero port congestion

Zero port congestion

Highest labor productivity on East Coast

Highest labor productivity on East Coast

PHILADELPHIA: CARGO GATEWAY TO NORTH AMERICA

SHIP PHILLY FIRST is our marketing mantra to the global community of exporters, steamship line operators, distribution center operators and logistics providers. Ship your cargo to Philly for its strategic location on the East Coast and its high-speed, high-touch service. Geography and expertise make Philadelphia number one in perishable fruit, meat and cocoa beans and a leader in cars, steel, paper, sugar and dairy products.

Locally, SHIP PHILLY FIRST is a nonprofit, business organization that promotes the world-class ports of Philadelphia with private funds. Our members are a mix of family-owned, multi-generational businesses and private corporations. They are often competitors. But when it comes to making the port bigger and better and more responsive to customers, they are of one voice. Become a member and add your voice.

We take your business personally.
Why Philly?
Save the Date:
May 6
Ship Philly First
Quarterly Meeting
SPF: IN the NEWS

SPF: IN the NEWS

Ship Philly First President Larry Antonucci participated in a panel of experts on Philadelphia's transportation infrastructure in Wilmington. Industry leaders detailed what is required to maintain and improve the region's rail, air, road and ports network, and emphasized that continued investment is … [Read More...]

  Where We Are

Philly port is centrally located between New York and Washington
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  FAST FACTS

  • Superior intermodal connectivity to two Class 1 railroads
  • Immediate access to best highway network in U.S.
  • 45-foot channel connecting PA, NJ and DEL.
  • Unlike ocean-front mega ports, Philly is insulated from adverse weather conditions
  • Overweight legislation for sealed ocean carriers
  • Solid backhaul market
  • More than 300 distribution centers lie within the ports' hinterland.

  We've Got Connections

Maintaining the world-class reputation of the ports of Greater Philadelphia is a big job. Fortunately, we at Ship Philly First are not alone. Meet Our Supporters

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