PGT Trucking was also encouraged to apply for a low-interest $2 million loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority to assist with site development costs. PGT Trucking received a funding proposal from the Department of Community and Economic Development for up to $50,000 in job creation tax credits to be distributed upon the creation of new jobs, and a $11,250 workforce development grant to help the company train its workers. We are pleased with the generous assistance and support we received from the commonwealth and the local community.” “It is our goal to help build a skilled workforce not only to grow as a company, but also to uplift the communities we are located in.
“PGT Trucking is excited for our expansion project in Indiana County,” said Pat Gallagher, PGT Trucking CEO. The company has pledged to invest $1,876,000 into the project, which is expected to create 25 new, full-time jobs and retain 20 jobs over the next three years. The initiative also includes site work to house additional flatbed trucks.
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The project includes significant expansion of the primary training facility for the company’s drivers and upgrades to buildings throughout the property. PGT Trucking plans to expand its Burrell Township location to improve its training operations and maintenance capabilities.
“PGT Trucking’s expansion is great news for the economic future of Indiana County given their commitment to workforce training and development in the region.” “My administration is delighted to continue supporting businesses that want to grow in Pennsylvania,” Governor Wolf said. PGT operates in excess of 1,000 power units and over 1,500 trailers and is headquartered in Aliquippa, PA. At PGT Trucking, “Safety is Everyone’s Job – All the Time.” For more information visit PA – Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that PGT Trucking, Inc, a flatbed transportation company, will expand its operations in Indiana County, supporting the creation of 25 jobs in the area. PGT Trucking Inc., is a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services. For more information, visit Twitter PGT TRUCKING Founded in 2015, Nikola Corporation is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. As a designer and manufacturer of zero-emission battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, electric vehicle drivetrains, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and hydrogen station infrastructure, Nikola is driven to revolutionize the economic and environmental impact of commerce as we know it today. Nikola Corporation is globally transforming the transportation industry. PGT is proud to partner with Nikola as we evolve our fleet with a broad focus on the future of flatbed.” Sustainable freight transportation will improve safety, reduce costs and CO2 emissions, and improve economic efficiency. This partnership will give us the opportunity to offer progressive transportation solutions to our customers, while aligning with corporate-driven sustainability initiatives, and reducing their carbon footprint using innovative energy sources. “It is the forward-thinking and strategic partnerships, like we have with Nikola, that allow us to cultivate transportation advancements. “For 40 years, PGT Trucking has focused on revolutionizing and refining our core competency through technology innovation,” said Gregg Troian, President of PGT Trucking.
Nikola continues to make great progress to accelerate the adoption of FCEVs through its integration of purpose-built vehicles, energy solutions and the sales and service network required to support customers.”ĭesigned for longer or continuous metro-regional applications, the Nikola Tre FCEV cabover has an anticipated range up to 500 miles and will become an innovative addition to PGT’s freight hauling fleet that serves the steel, building materials, machinery, oil & gas, raw materials, aluminum and automotive industries.
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We believe our FCEVs will help PGT further their objectives to continuously improve driver experience, reduce their carbon footprint and increase the efficiency of their operations while providing great value to their customers. “PGT is a highly respected leader in the flatbed transportation industry with operating experience grounded on safety, reliability and customer service. “We are excited that PGT has elected to partner with Nikola in advancing and adopting FCEV technology,” said Nikola President, Energy and Commercial Pablo Koziner.