Alaska’s Economic Forecast for 2026
Alaska economists and industry leaders share their ideas on what’s in store for the Alaska economy in 2026. Find out how much depends on decisions made at the federal level.
Government
AIDEA Declares Record Income of $67.4M
The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority is touting the largest statutory net income in its history: $67.4 million for the fiscal year that ended in June.
$3.8M Grant to Clean Up Junk Cars in Unalaska
EPA grants $3.8 million to the City of Unalaska for cleanup of abandoned vehicles in the far-flung community.
Operator Overhaul for Ketchikan Shipyard: AIDEA Puts JAG at the Helm
The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority welcomes JAG Marine Group to replace Vigor Alaska as operator of the Ketchikan Shipyard.
State Nets $17.5M in North Slope Lease Sale
Eleven companies bid $17.5 million for 287 tracts, covering 519,000 acres, for the largest state North Slope lease sale in a decade.
AFN and Denali Commission Launch ARTIC Collaboration to Gather Input on Resource Projects
The Alaska Federation of Natives and Denali Commission launched the ARCTIC Project to gather opinions on resource and energy projects.