♦ June Special Section ♦

Transportation

Evolution of Airline Livery
Airline livery comprises the colors, graphics, and typographical identifiers that airlines apply to their aircraft. In this article learn more about Alaska airline livery and how it’s evolved over decades of aviation history in the 49th state.

Helicopter Services
Helicopters are an essential part of the Alaska transportation system, often allowing access to locations that are otherwise inaccessible or allowing the movement of goods or people in a more timely fashion than other alternatives. Get to know the companies providing helicopter services, ranging from tourism to industrial operations.

Planning Transportation Improvements
Metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) play a critical role in reviewing the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which the state is required to produce to receive federal grants for transportation maintenance and construction. Mat-Su Valley Planning for Transportation is the state’s newest MPO, reflecting growth in the region.

Kenai Aviation
Kenai Aviation is a family-owned business that stepped up when Ravn stopped services to the Kenai Peninsula. We explore the history and future of this extraordinary local airline.

2025 RAISE Grants
Alaska has received several Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grants to address transportation needs. Learn more about how the $25 million will improve access around the state.

Alaska Marine Highway
We provide an update on the Alaska Marine Highway, including toll credits, vessel news, and when and how this essential transportation service continues to serve Southeast.

Construction: Services for Contractors
Estimations and business development are some basic functions for building contractors, yet smaller companies might choose to outsource them to services that offer expertise in those areas.

Environmental: Reducing Carbon Emissions
What are transporters doing to reduce their carbon emissions? Learn about the investment Alaska’s major transporters are putting into protecting the environment.

Fisheries: Herring
This article introduces our readers to Alaska’s herring fishery, exploring its economic impact on the state and the challenges it faces.

Retail: Tongass Trading Co.
Tongass Trading Co. has been supplying Alaskans for 125 years and has evolved over the last century-plus to be an essential part of the Southeast economy. Learn more about this iconic Ketchikan retailer.

40th Anniversary: Alaska Buys the Alaska Railroad
In January 1985, the same year Alaska Business launched, the state of Alaska purchased the Alaska Railroad. Alaska Business reviews the railroad’s history, value to the state, and plans for the future, including the proposed new passenger dock and terminal facility in Seward.

Finance: Accounting Services
This article covers accounting firms and CPAs, the diverse services they provide, and the types of clients they serve, including those on retainer. It explores how accounting professionals tackle complex compliance and financial issues and offer specialized solutions, and it provides insights into niche areas such as tax advisory, audit services, and financial consulting.

Tourism: Working Vacations
The evolution of the workplace outside of traditional offices is impacting more than the cost of commercial real estate; it’s also driving a new global travel trend of working vacations. Instead of unplugging entirely for a short trip, many employees are choosing to plan longer trips and scheduling time to work remotely while traveling. How can Alaska’s tourism industry take advantage of this trend for longer stays?

Government: Mobile ID
The Alaska DMV is launching a mobile credential that will give residents the option to use a digital ID alongside their physical driver’s license or ID card. This new solution enhances security and privacy while offering a safer way to manage personal identity.

♦ August Special Section ♦

Oil & Gas

Increasing North 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.

40th Anniversary: Oil Booms and Busts
Alaska’s economy has relied on oil almost since statehood, and that reliance has led to multiple booms and busts as we’ve contended with the reality of an economy based on one commodity. What have we learned, what have we done, and is our future looking any more stable?

Well and Reservoir Data and Engineering
Randomly drilling for oil would be irresponsible and expensive, which is why oil exploration and production is driven by data. Learn more from the experts about how they ensure oil is discovered and produced safely, efficiently, and economically.

Equipment and Equipment Services
Oil and gas development and production is a highly specialized field that requires specific equipment that needs to be rigorously maintained. Several Alaska businesses have found their niche helping the operators operate.

Overland Transport
Moving people and materials to and around the North Slope is not for the faint of heart—or the inexperienced. Alaska Business learns more about the best practices of the North Slope’s transporters.

Legal Elite​
Alaska Business announces the 2025 Legal Elite, Alaska’s best lawyers as nominated by their peers.

Legal: Creating an LLC
Alaska Business shares legal insights on when, why, and how to set up a limited liability corporation. And why does “LLC” need to be part of the name?

Legal: Litigation
The legal elite practice in a wide range of categories, but a relatively small percentage of top lawyers specialize as litigators, though that’s often the public’s idea of what all lawyers do. What does it mean for a lawyer to specialize in litigation?

Construction: Contract Disputes
Alaska’s legal experts provide their insight on how contractors can be aware of their rights and responsibilities during contract disputes.

Military: Investing in Innovation
The US military encourages innovation at all levels within its branches. For example, there are sergeants stationed in Alaska in charge of innovation, often partnering with civilian vendors. What are the opportunities and processes for innovation in the armed forces, how are they partnering with civilians, and what are some of the successful innovations that have been implemented?

Transportation: Port of Alaska Modernization Project
The Don Young Port of Alaska is essential in facilitating the movement of goods into Alaska. We provide an update on the project to modernize its aging infrastructure.

Nonprofit: Economic Impact of the Nonprofit Sector
The Foraker Group has published the 2025 Foraker Nonprofit Economic Impact Report, which provides rich data on how Alaska’s nonprofit organizations participate in the economy.

Telecom & Tech: Education and Job Creation to Combat Outmigration
MTA is making efforts, through apprenticeship programs and community outreach strategies, to address the outmigration trend in Alaska that is affecting large and small businesses.

Professional Services: Crisis Communication
In the face of disasters and crises, information is a lifeline that can save lives and reduce the impact of such events. Crisis communication raises awareness of imminent threats and shares safety instructions with the public in times of crisis. It involves getting timely and accurate information to the right people using the right channel, which is critical for preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.

Mining: REEs in Seaweeds
A UAF-led research team secured a nearly $2 million grant to explore if seaweeds in Southeast are absorbing rare earth elements from a nearby rich deposit. This article will share the exciting results the project has uncovered thus far.

Education: Little Diomede
Diomede School, located on Little Diomede Island, is guided by nine school staff, who strive to provide their students with a top-tier education.