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.
Tag: DOT&PF
Alaska Department of Transportation Proposes Study of Ferry Terminal in Hyder
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities wants to study a new ferry terminal in Hyder for alternative access to Canada.
DOT&PF Awarded Grant Funding for Rural Drones, Seward Highway Avalanche Mitigation
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities received two grants that provide added safety measures for Alaskans, both involving drone aircraft.
Federal Approval Secured for Alaska’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
Alaska’s 2025 federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure plan approved, opening door to $11 million for charging stations and more.
Fairbanks and Anchorage International Airports Unify Management Under One Director
The manager of the Fairbanks and Anchorage international airports formally takes a new title as Director of the Alaska International Airport System.
Alaska Marine Highway System Launches WiFi Pilot Program on MV Columbia
MV Columbia is the first Alaska Marine Highway System vessel to offer free, ship-wide WiFi; federal funding means other vessels will follow.
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport Welcomes Five New Cargo Carriers
Five new cargo carriers are using Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, boosting the airport’s standing as a global cargo leader.
Fairbanks Airport Director Tapped for Anchorage Position
The director of Fairbanks International Airport, Angie Spear, has a new assignment as Interim Airport Director at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, succeeding former lieutenant governor Craig Campbell.
West Susitna Access Road Touted at Mat-Su Economic Summit
West Susitna Access Project is touted as a road to revenue for the state and the Matanuska-Susitna Borough at Mat-Su Economic Summit.
Road Projects on Schedule Despite Delayed Federal STIP Approval
Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities officials say delayed approval of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Project should not spell project delays this year.