Plans to construct a new home for the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA and Philadelphia Flyers of the NHL took a step forward with the announcement of the Turner, AECOM Hunt joint venture, Dubbed PACT+, the team includes Philadelphia-based firms Perryman Construction, Hunter Roberts Construction Group and Camfred Construction.
The project, currently named the “New Arena,” is planned for a 2030 opening in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, a date tied to the debut of the WNBA’s Philadelphia team, which will constitute a third tenant for the building.
The PACT+ team will work with team owner David Adelman and the design team of Populous and Moody Nolan to move the project forward.
“This is more than a construction project, it’s a chance to build something that becomes part of Philadelphia’s fabric for generations,” Dave Kaminksi, Turner vice president and senior general manager, said in a statement. “As someone who calls this city home, I couldn’t be prouder that Turner is helping shape a landmark that will bring people together and celebrate what makes Philadelphia such a special place.”
Turner and AECOM Hunt have over 50 years of stadium and arena construction experience and have worked together for over 20 years, including on a variety of Philadelphia projects and the NFL stadium there, Lincoln Financial Field.
Adelman said in a statement that having Turner and AECOM Hunt on one team will help “build the most technologically advanced and fan-focused sports and entertainment venue in the world.”
Adelman originally had plans to construct a new arena downtown but announced the switch to the south Philadelphia site in January. No renderings or design details have been released.