SALT LAKE CITY— The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) today announced the departure of two key board members: Mike Schultz, Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives, effective immediately, and Miles Hansen, former CEO of the World Trade Center, whose service will conclude on January 9, 2024. Mike Schultz has been a pivotal force behind UIPA’s success over the last

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) marked 2023 as a transformative year, as highlighted in its annual report. Under Executive Director Ben Hart’s leadership, UIPA has been pivotal in enhancing Utah’s logistics and infrastructure. Strategic Expansion and Sustainable Development UIPA expanded its reach with new project areas across the state, focusing on multi-modal transportation options for businesses. This expansion supports

SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) has announced the establishment of two new project areas in Tooele County: the Tooele Valley Project Area and the Twenty Wells Project Area. These developments are key steps in UIPA’s mission to foster economic growth and development within Utah. “The Tooele Valley and Twenty Wells Project Areas are more than

In November, Ben Hart, UIPA executive director, and Victoria Petro, a UIPA board member and Salt Lake City Council member, appeared on “Good Things Utah” to highlight UIPA’s impact on Salt Lake City’s west side. UIPA has strategically invested over $300,000 in projects aimed at job creation and supporting vulnerable communities. Key contributions included $100,000 each to Neighborhood House and

At the Utah Association of Counties Conference in November, the UIPA (Utah Inland Port Authority) Project Area Panel session offered some enlightening insights into the development and impact of inland port project areas in Utah. This conference, a significant event for county officials and stakeholders in Utah, provides a platform for discussing key initiatives, strategies, and developments impacting counties across

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) announced the successful completion of the Westside Community Enrichment Initiative, a venture dedicated to the revitalization and prosperity of Salt Lake City’s West Side.

The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) announced the official approval of its comprehensive Wetlands Policy, a significant step forward in fulfilling its commitment to sustainability and responsible land management.

A historic moment unfolded yesterday as a massive golden spike, symbolizing the unity of thousands of dedicated workers who constructed the transcontinental railroad, found its new home in Utah on October 23, 2023.

Construction is officially underway for the Savage Railport in Iron County. It’s also a key component of the Utah Inland Port Authority’s Iron Springs Project Area.

On October 10, we had the opportunity to present the draft proposal of the Tooele Valley Port Project Area to the Tooele County Council.  The Tooele Valley Project Area aligns with the region’s economic development goals by facilitating the expansion of current businesses and the attraction of new enterprises, resulting in increased job opportunities for Tooele County residents.  During this

A single clerk’s dispute over a travel reimbursement claim resulted in the shutdown of the ports of Stockton, Sacramento, and three terminals at Oakland initiated by Local 34 of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU).

To boost business, the Beehive State has launched several incentives and programs to support relocation and expansion.