Alaska Marine Highway Update
by Alexandra Kay | Jun 2, 2025
EV Maker Lucid Signs Multi-Year Supply Agreement for Alaska-Sourced Graphite
Graphite One signs agreement to provide Alaska-mined graphite for use in electric vehicle production at Lucid Motors’ Arizona plant.
Aleut Advances Ambitious Adak Ammonia Apparatus
The Aleut Corporation is partnering with Pacific H2 to produce green ammonia from wind turbines on Adak Island.
Alaska State Fair Adds Multipurpose Event Center to Palmer Fairgrounds
Construction of a new 8,300-square-foot multipurpose event center is scheduled to be complete by the August 15 start of the Alaska State Fair.
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Alaska SBDC Annual Report: Record-Setting Year, New Tribal Financing
The Alaska Small Business Development Center annual report for 2024 highlights a record-setting year of small business growth and innovation.
Pacific Dataport Brings Satellite Internet to Nome
Pacific Dataport calls the Nome Gateway built for its Aurora LEO internet service the largest-capacity commercial satellite service installed anywhere on Earth.
thread Awarded $2.3M Contract for Anchorage Childcare Stimulus
The Municipality of Anchorage awarded a $2.3 million contract to a statewide childcare resource and referral organization, thread.
Tommy’s Express Car Wash Breaks Ground on Second Alaska Location
Tommy’s Express Car Wash broke ground on its second Alaska location at 4301 Debarr Road, near the Costco store.
US Chamber of Commerce Maps Route for Small Businesses Facing Tariffs
Seeking adjustments to tariffs, the US Chamber of Commerce suggests small businesses advocate by telling their stories.
Survey Shows Dramatic Drop in Alaska Small Business Confidence and Financial Outlook
The Alaska Small Business Development Center says its annual survey for 2025 shows the sharpest economic shift in its eight-year history.
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The fourth annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference will be held June 3 through June 5, with pre-conference events hosted by the US Department of Energy Arctic Energy Office and Launch Alaska on June 2.
National Cancer Survivor’s Day is a celebration for those who have survived, an inspiration for those recently diagnosed, a gathering of support for families, and an outreach to the community.
June 7 – June 8
Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center is launching a new event this year, the Homer HarborFest and Boat Show, held at the Deep Water Dock.
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Calista Corporation
Associated General Contractors of Alaska
Personnel Plus
Thomas Head & Greisen, PC
SeaTac Marine
Lynden
American Marketing Association Alaska Chapter
Anchorage Economic Development Corporation
Doyon, Limited
Span Alaska Transportation
Oxford Assaying & Refining
SES Space & Defense
PeopleAK
JEFFCO Grounds Maintenance
ASRC Energy Remediation
New CFO for Alaska Communications
Alaska Communications hired an experienced financial executive, Yasir Alvi, as Chief Financial Officer.
Coffman Engineers Obtain Cathodic Protection Specialties
Cynthia Cacy and Zack Wright become the sixth and seventh team members at Coffman Engineers to earn the highest level of cathodic protection certification.
New Generation of Leadership for Renewable Energy Alaska Project
The Renewable Energy Alaska Project chose Cady Lister as Executive Director, to succeed Chris Rose when he retires this summer from the organization he founded in 2004.
Alaska Marine Highway Update
An update on the Alaska Marine Highway System, including toll credits and how the ferry fleet continues to provide essential services in Southeast.
Canine Resources: Pets and Service Animals in the Workplace
As a perk for humans, some workplaces invite emotional support animals and pets. A dog trainer explains the best way to integrate four-legged visitors.
Remote Work, Remote Play: Digital Connections Reshape Visitor Opportunities
Remote work lets employees plan longer vacations while handling on-the-job duties from afar. How can Alaska’s tourism industry take advantage of this trend?
Building a Relationship Network for Uncertain Times
Many professionals overlook the support and resilience that a well-built relationship network can provide. Brian Walch has tips for tending connections.
How to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse in Business Acquisitions
Happy mergers and acquisitions are all alike, but unhappy ones are different in their own way. Andrea N. Canfield shares her expertise on blissful corporate integrations.
