The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA), working with consulting firms CPCS and WSP, recently concluded a series of open houses in Cedar City and Salt Lake City on April 17 and 18. 

In a significant advancement for sustainable manufacturing, Elevate–a premier line of commercial roofing and lining systems and a part of the Holcim family– has launched a new 650,000 square-foot facility located within the strategic Utah Inland Port’s Northwest Quadrant Project Area. 

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) welcomes Jenna Draper as its new associate vice president of regional project area development for Central Utah.

CPCS recently delivered an update on the progress of the Utah statewide logistics strategy during a UIPA Board meeting, underscoring the collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing the state’s logistics infrastructure.

Exciting news for the Savage Tooele Railyard (STR) as they receive Surface Transportation Board (STB) approval. The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has granted Savage Tooele Railroad Company (STR) the authority to build and operate approximately 11 miles of rail line in Tooele County, Utah, including the rehabilitation of existing track. The STR rail line will connect to Union Pacific Railroad

In the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 16, caused by a container ship collision, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) has evaluated the potential effects on Utah’s logistics and supply chain, projecting minimal impact for the state.

In its ongoing efforts to prioritize environmental stewardship, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) is strengthening collaborations with community leaders and stakeholders for the proposed West Weber Project Area, focusing sharply on wetland conservation. 

The Utah Inland Port Authority welcomes Joel Ferry as the latest addition to its board of directors.

Here’s what’s happening in this month’s Issue: Director’s Message; Save the Date: Utah Inland Port Authority Open Houses; 2023 Achievements and 2024 Sustainability Vision; EDCUTAH Spotlight: Unpacking the New Utah Inland Port Authority; UIPA Unveils New Website; Impacts and Advances Following the Utah Legislative Session; UIPA to Explore EPA Clean Ports Grant for Eco-Friendly Port Innovations; Opinion: Freight Rail Fuels Utah’s growth, Sustainability and Innovation; Utah Clean Energy Offer Free Fleet Electrification Analysis

We are hosting two open houses aimed at directly engaging the Utah community in shaping the future of the state’s logistics infrastructure.

We are currently assessing the best strategies to apply for this funding in a manner that will maximize our contribution to cleaner air and a more sustainable future. 

These legislative changes represent a blend of opportunities and responsibilities for UIPA, reflecting our ongoing commitment to sustainable development, transparent governance, and community engagement.