Alaska’s Multimodal and Vertically Integrated Transporters
How the transportation industry has evolved to offer combined, complex shipping options
Latest News
Holland America Line Announces Its Return to Alaska for 2021 Cruise Season
From April through September, six premium ships will take guests on authentic Alaska experiences throughout the Great Land.
Alaska Airlines Launches Embraer 175 Jet Service to Select Alaska Markets
The E175 jet gives Alaska Airlines the flexibility to increase daily frequency between Anchorage and Fairbanks and to provide year-round service to King Salmon and Dillingham.
PORTS to Improve Maritime Safety and Efficiency in Valdez
A new Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System, also known as PORTS, aims to improve maritime safety and efficiency off Valdez. NOAA and the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council partnered to establish the third new PORTS system this year, the 36th in the nationwide network.
ReConnect Program Allocates $46.5 Million for High-Speed Broadband in Rural Alaska
The United States Department of Agriculture is investing $46.5 million to provide broadband service in unserved and underserved rural areas in Alaska.
Current Issue
October 2020
COVID-19 Updates
In-Depth Coverage
Alaska’s Multimodal and Vertically Integrated Transporters
Transportation and logistics providers are constantly balancing a customer’s need for a timely and cost-effective shipping solution, while also considering the different modes of transport available to move items from origin to destination.
Unconventional Conventions: COVID-19 Drives Innovation for Meetings and Conferences in Alaska
As the coronavirus pandemic persists, going virtual takes on a deeper meaning for larger-scale events where people have traditionally gathered in person for training, education, and networking. Many Alaska organizations are converting their conventions, conferences, and other meetings to online or hybrid options that are safe for attendees.
How Alaska’s Engineering Experts Combat Contamination
Engineering firms offering environmental services in Alaska address a broad spectrum of issues that impact humans and wildlife—managing everything from COVID-19 wipe-downs and toxic mold issues to oil spill prevention planning and soil remediation.
Clean Energy Requires Mining
Green energy technology is built through mining. Without certain raw materials, such as graphite and rare earth metals, everything from the lithium-ion batteries that power Teslas to those storing electricity from wind turbines would be impossible to create, says US Senator Lisa Murkowski.
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Featured Events
October 20
2020 Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame is dedicated to honoring, in perpetuity, women whose contributions have influenced the direction of Alaska.
November 6-7
2020 Alaska Food Festival and Conference
The goal of the festival is to increase awareness of Alaska food issues; provide training, resources, and networking opportunities; and build community and connections between Alaska food businesses, NGOs, government agencies, and others.
Spotlight Business Profiles
Calista Corporation
PIP Marketing, Signs, Print
Siemens
Personnel Plus
Avis Alaska
Altman, Rogers & Co.
Lynden Inc.
Alaska Safety Alliance
Thomas Head & Greisen, PC
National Cooperative Bank
Doyon, Limited
BDO USA, LLP
ARM Creative
Somers Sotheby’s International Realty
JEFFCO
Industry Highlights
Fred Meyer Promotes Mitchell to District Manager
Fred Meyer promoted Holly Mitchell to District Manager for Alaska. In her new role for the company, Mitchell is responsible for all retail business across the state. Her appointment is effective immediately.
Hospitality Industry Relief Program Grants Available Monday, October 12
This program dedicates $7.1 million of the Municipality’s CARES Act allocation to businesses in the hospitality industry that have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 health emergency and related emergency shutdowns.
Amy Bex Named Branch Manager at KeyBank’s Mendenhall Branch
Amy Bex has joined KeyBank as Branch Manager of the Mendenhall branch in Juneau. In this role, she is responsible for day-to-day operations and coaching her team.
NOVAGOLD Reports ‘A Banner Quarter for Donlin Gold’
Despite two months of pandemic-related downtime early in the year, Donlin Gold completed its planned drilling program of a total of 85 core holes in September.
In This Issue
Triumphant Journeys: The Alaska Business 2020 Top 49ers
October 2020
One factor that contributes to successful business operations is the ability to adapt to new situations; rare is the organization that flourishes without changing at all. This year, as we are all acutely aware by now, will go down in history for many, many things including the wide range of methods implemented by businesses as they adapted to the new landscape presented to them by COVID-19.