“This is a game-changer for Utah’s trade and logistics sectors,” said Sebastian Abril, UIPA’s Director of Air Freight Strategy. “A direct connection to South Korea shortens transit times, strengthens supply chains, and signals to global partners that Utah is serious about doing business.”

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We’re thrilled to announce Caroline White‑Nockleby as our new EPA Clean Ports Community Engagement Manager at the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA). Thanks to the EPA’s Clean Ports Program, UIPA—alongside the Utah Division of Air Quality—secured a major grant under the Climate & Air Quality Planning Competition last year.  The EPA awarded nearly $3 billion across the program, with more than $112 million

“This is exactly the kind of meaningful development we envisioned when the Golden Spike Project Area was created,” said Stephanie Pack, Associate Vice President for Regional Project Area Development at UIPA. “It’s a model of how rural communities, local leaders, and the Port Authority can work together to bring long-term economic value to Utah.”

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) recently joined Utah’s delegation at the BIO International Convention in Boston—one of the world’s largest gatherings for life sciences and biotech leaders. Alongside partners from BioUtah, the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, the Point, World Trade Center Utah, Salt Lake City Economic Development, the Utah System of Higher Education, and the University of Utah,

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https://www.ksl.com/article/51329130/80-of-the-world-is-now-within-1-stop-of-salt-lake-city-thanks-to-its-newest-direct-flight

“This is a chance for west side communities to help shape what this area becomes,” said Ben Hart, Executive Director of UIPA. “We’re not just planning for growth—we’re planning for the kind of future people want to live and work in.”

https://www.edcutah.org/recent-news/airbuild-expands-to-green-river-utah

“This isn’t just a cleanup—it’s a comeback,” said Ben Hart, Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority. “We’re remediating with intention—laying the groundwork for high-wage jobs, future-focused industries, and a more resilient west side.”

“This project is about more than growth—it’s about creating opportunities that align with the long-term vision of our rural partners,” said Jenna Draper, Associate Vice President of Regional Development. “By working closely with Fairfield and Cedar Fort, we’re ensuring that economic development complements their priorities—like preserving open space, enhancing quality of life, and preparing for a sustainable future.”

https://utahnewsdispatch.com/2025/05/29/cleanup-begins-on-salt-lake-city-landfill-for-utah-inland-port