Pratt & Whitney Gets Foreign-Trade Subzone Nod in West Virginia
Published Date: 7/21/2026
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Summary
Pratt & Whitney Engine Services in Bridgeport, West Virginia, just got the green light to become a special subzone under Foreign-Trade Zone 240. This means they can enjoy some cool trade benefits while staying within the 2,000-acre limit of the main zone. The approval happened on July 16, 2026, opening doors for smoother operations and potential savings.
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Pratt & Whitney Subzone Approval
On July 16, 2026, Pratt & Whitney Engine Services, Inc. in Bridgeport, West Virginia was approved to be Subzone 240B under Foreign-Trade Zone 240. The approval is subject to the FTZ Act and regulations (including section 400.13) and to FTZ 240's 2,000-acre activation limit.
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