“They have the most restrictive development procedures I have seen in the state, particularly in requiring buffers and avoidance protocols even though in this case they are not mandated by state or federal cultural resources laws.”

“With the Castle Country Project Area, we are positioned to transform the region’s economic base from traditional industries to more diversified and sustainable sectors,” said Ben Hart, executive director with the UIPA.“ This initiative will attract investments into the region, creating a ripple effect of benefits for local communities.”

The Utah Inland Port Authority announced the proposed development of the Historic Capitol Project Area within Fillmore City, Utah, encompassing approximately 1,960 acres.

As part of our ongoing commitment to propel Utah’s economy and enhance the quality of life through innovative logistics solutions, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) is excited to present our Strategic Business Plan for the years 2024-2029.

“The Utah Inland Port Authority is dedicated to enhancing Utah’s position in the global supply chain network,” said Ben Hart, executive director for the Utah Inland Port Authority. “The addition of this new Savage transload facility to our logistics capabilities is a key component of our strategy. It demonstrates our commitment to facilitating economic growth while fostering environmental sustainability in transportation.”

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) has submitted applications for two funding competitions under the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program grant opportunity, in collaboration with the Utah Division of Air Quality (UDAQ) and Union Pacific.

In 1946, Savage was founded by a father and a son who wanted to help area business owners shuttle supplies and material from one local destination to another. This was a small operation, using only a single truck for deliveries and relying on good word-of-mouth in the community to drive more business. 78 years later, Savage is a trusted name

UIPA announced the proposal of the Castle Country Project Area, aimed at transforming Carbon and Emery Counties into a major economic hub. The project, presented for initial review at the UIPA board meeting on May 20, 2024, will undergo a final review for adoption on June 24, 2024. Jenna Draper, Associate Vice President of Regional Project Area Development for Central

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA), in collaboration with Weber County, announced the official adoption of the West Weber Project Area Plan. This development marks a major step forward in sustainable industrial development and economic enhancement for Northern Utah.

The feedback is seen as invaluable in guiding the approach to making the potential West Weber Inland Port Project Area a model of sustainable development and community partnership.

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.