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JUAB COUNTY, Utah — The Central Utah Agri-Park, developed by the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA), marked its first anniversary on September 12, 2025, showcasing a year of strategic developments and economic partnerships aimed at enhancing the region’s agricultural infrastructure and economic resilience. While the project area is located in Juab County, it is supported by  multiple counties, including Sanpete,

Utah faces significant air cargo leakage, with 94% of qualifying air cargo repositioned outside the state for international departures, according to a 2023 cargo assessment. The assessment was presented during the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) board meeting on September 5, where UIPA’s newly appointed Director of Air Freight Strategy & Development, Sebastian Abril, outlined the key issues and potential

Public Infrastructure Districts (PIDs) are a widely used tool throughout Utah to support public infrastructure development. Their purpose is to enable local governments and developers to collaborate on projects that bring essential services—such as roads, water systems, and utilities—into communities. Recent claims have raised concerns about the use of PIDs, particularly in connection with Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) projects.

“The Skyline Corridor Project Area represents a significant opportunity for Central Utah,” Draper said. “This initiative is poised to drive economic growth while positioning our communities to meet future challenges.”

“Sebastian’s proven track record in air freight and logistics is exactly what we need to elevate our air freight strategy to the next level,” said Allen Evans, UIPA’s Executive Vice President of Logistics. “His experience and vision align perfectly with our goals at UIPA, and we’re excited to have him on board as we continue to expand Utah’s role in global logistics.”

“The Golden Spike Project Area is a testament to what can be achieved through strong partnerships and a shared vision for economic growth. We are excited to see this project continue to create opportunities for Northern Utah,” said Stephanie Pack, UIPA’s Associate Vice President of Northern Utah.

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) today announced the approval of the Historic Capitol Project Area Plan, a major initiative aimed at fostering economic growth and infrastructure development in Fillmore City.

For the state to grow optimally, we must embrace the necessity of moving people and goods efficiently through multimodal transportation options. Utah must also become much more logistically independent.

Positioned to expand its role as a key logistics hub for the state and the region, the Northwest Quadrant will enhance Utah’s connectivity with major air, rail, and coastal ports, significantly boosting our state’s logistics framework.

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

At the The Utah Inland Port Authority’s board meeting today, it was proposed to increase the project area from about 900 acres to approximately 2,300 acres, encompassing several new developments aimed at boosting local industry and infrastructure.