ll Pastaio Plans Gregg Township, Pennsylvania, Production Operations
01/27/2025
The investment will include the construction of a new 71,300-square-foot manufacturing facility at the Great Stream Commons business park in Gregg Township.
“The opening of this plant is certainly an important step for Il Pastaio, but it also materializes the idea of making our contribution to the integration of the best Italian traditions with the energy and the agro-food culture of the United States,” said Pierluigi Colombi, CEO, Il Pastaio. “We are excited to contribute to the growth of the sector, bringing our quality craftsmanship and passion for Italian cuisine to a new generation of consumers. This initiative is not only an investment in the future but also a testament to the authenticity of Made in Italy, which is destined to flourish in a land of great opportunity like the United States, a country with which we share a deep admiration and lasting friendship.”
The project is being supported by a funding proposal from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) that includes a $111,000 WEDnetPA grant to train workers and up to $72,200 in tax credits through the Manufacturing Tax Credit Program. Additionally, the Great Stream Commons business park is in a Keystone Opportunity Zone (KOZ), which will provide the company with significant tax savings on the project.
“This project is a clear example of why the Shapiro Administration is focusing on the manufacturing and agriculture industries in Pennsylvania’s 10-year Economic Development Strategy,” noted DCED Secretary Rick Siger. “Building on the successes of our first two years, we’re going to continue investing in companies like Il Pastaio to help strengthen our key industries, grow our economy, and create real opportunity for Pennsylvanians.”
Il Pastaio specializes in gnocchi production under its Il Pastaio and Patarò brands. The company currently operates three manufacturing sites in Italy.
“Focus Central Pennsylvania and our network of economic development partners are grateful to Il Pastaio for choosing to invest in Central PA for their first manufacturing location in the United States,” added Lauren Bryson, Executive Director, Focus Central Pennsylvania. “Central PA looks forward to welcoming Il Pastaio to the region and supporting their long-term success with our strong business support ecosystem, natural resources, strategic location and high-quality talent and training.”
“This project is a testament to the power of teamwork and the manufacturing resurgence we’re witnessing across our region, thanks to companies like Il Pastaio,” said Shawn McLaughlin, Director, Planning and Economic Development of Union County. “We are excited to support Pastaio’s long-term success through our strong business support ecosystem, natural resources, strategic location, and high-quality talent. Today, we’re seeing our corner of the world change for the better. Il Pastaio had both the vision and the plan to build a modern manufacturing facility here in Union County. We’re grateful for their investment in our community and region.”
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