Industry
Every Alaska industry is an important part of the state’s economic fabric. Alaska’s well-known industries like oil and gas, mining, and fishing are inextricably linked with engineering services, financial institutions, healthcare facilities—even nonprofit endeavors. It is our goal to cover businesses in all of Alaska economic and geographic sectors, from family-operated farms in the Mat-Su and manufacturers in Fairbanks to budding cannabis dispensaries, tourism-based entities in Southeast, or Southcentral’s large retailers.
Latest Industry News
Visit Anchorage Scrambles for One-Day Whirlwind by High-Level Dignitaries
Visit Anchorage went above and beyond its usual tourism duties to handle a “crazy week” in the lead-up to a presidential summit.
Alaska Business Earns TABPI Awards for Cover Illustration, Page Design
Trade Associations Business Publications International honored this magazine with a Gold award for a cover illustration and an Honorable Mention for an opening page design done in 2024.
$400M Contract for Kiewit to Build Phase 1A of Port of Nome Modification
The US Army Corps of Engineers – Alaska District awarded a $399.4 million contract to Kiewit Infrastructure West Co. of Vancouver, Washington, to build a 1,200-foot causeway extension with about 600 feet of dock face.
Pumping Up the Volume with New Slope Production
Nuna has recently started production, Pikka may start production oil ahead of schedule, and other efficiencies in Prudhoe Bay may lead to more oil. Learn more about the efforts of North Slope operators to increase the amount of oil flowing through TAPS.
Leadership Promotions at Alaska Public Media
Alaska Public Media promoted Linda Wei to COO and Senior Vice President of Content, and Toben Shelby becomes Director of Radio and Audio Services.
Fundraising Pro Hired as Alaska SeaLife Center’s First Vice President of Advancement
Trina Bailey, an experienced fundraiser and public affairs strategist, becomes Alaska SeaLife Center’s Vice President of Advancement.
AOGA Announces 2025 Industry Award Winners
The Alaska Oil and Gas Association named the individuals and companies it will honor with its 2025 Industry Awards later this month.
When Contractors Clash: Rights and Responsibilities in Disputes
Legal experts provide insight on how building contractors can be aware of their rights and responsibilities when contracts come into dispute.
