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Savage Secures $10 Million Authority Infrastructure Bank Loan for Rail Expansion in Tooele County

January 15, 2025
Savage Services, a Utah-based leader in logistics and transportation, has been awarded a $10 million loan from the Authority Infrastructure Bank (AIB) to support a transformative rail expansion project in Tooele County. This initiative aligns with the Utah Inland Port Authority’s (UIPA) focus on enhancing rail infrastructure to drive economic growth and sustainability across the state. The funding was approved

UIPA Incentive Supports Nucor Towers & Structures Expansion in Brigham City

January 09, 2025
Salt Lake City, UT – This morning, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) announced its approval of an incentive to support Nucor Towers & Structures, Inc., a leading steel producer and pioneer in sustainable manufacturing, as it expands operations in Brigham City. This incentive, stackable with one approved by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO), will facilitate Nurcor’s $200

UIPA Approves Amendment to Castle Country Project Area

January 06, 2025
Salt Lake City, Utah— The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) board approved an amendment to the Castle Country Project Area during its meeting on January 6, 2025. The amendment adds 10,754.31 acres to the project area, increasing the total to 12,657.03 acres. It also includes updated budget projections, revised legal descriptions, and enhanced environmental review measures. The expansion reflects collaboration

UIPA Introduces Amended Skyline Corridor Project Area Plan

January 06, 2025
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) today unveiled an amended project area plan for the Skyline Corridor, an initiative aimed at bolstering economic growth across Sanpete, Sevier, and Wayne counties. The plan was introduced during UIPA’s January 6 board meeting and includes expanded project boundaries to accommodate critical housing and business development in Salina and Manti.

Utah Inland Port Authority Focuses on Optimizing Northwest Quadrant Development

December 16, 2024
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) Board received an in-depth update on developments in the Northwest Quadrant (NWQ) during a presentation by Stephen Smith, Associate Vice President of Regional Project Area Development with UIPA. The discussion highlighted strategies to optimize opportunities in the rapidly growing area and emphasized the need for proactive planning, strategic investments, and

Utah Aims to Lead Out in Air Cargo Logistics

December 12, 2024
Salt Lake City—During yesterday’s Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) board meeting, Sebastian Abril, UIPA’s Director of Air Freight Strategy and Development, presented an update on Utah’s emerging air cargo potential. Abril outlined strategic efforts to address inefficiencies and capitalize on opportunities in the state’s logistics sector, particularly air cargo’s role in supporting advanced manufacturing and other key industries. “Logistics is

UIPA Approves Amendment to Mineral Mountains Project Area, Advancing Geothermal Energy Development in Beaver County

December 11, 2024
Salt Lake City, Utah—On December 11, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) Board approved an amendment to the Mineral Mountains Project Area during its board meeting. This marks a significant milestone in refining economic development and renewable energy initiatives in Beaver County. The amendment adjusts the project area boundaries, slightly contracting its overall size from approximately 25,435 acres to 25,388

UIPA Approves Central Utah Agri-Park Amendment, Expanding Opportunities in Juab County and Beyond

December 11, 2024
Salt Lake City, Utah—On December 11, 2024, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) Board formally approved an amendment to the Central Utah Agri-Park Project Area Plan. This decision marks a pivotal step toward advancing economic and infrastructure development across Juab County and the surrounding six-county region. The amendment expands the project area from 35,000 acres to 42,820 acres, incorporating additional

UIPA presents a proposed amendment to the Castle Country Project Area

December 11, 2024
Salt Lake City, Utah—Today, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) presented a proposed amendment to the Castle Country Project Area during its board meeting. This amendment includes the addition of 10,754.31 acres, bringing the total project area to 12,657.03 acres. It also updates budget projections, legal descriptions, and incorporates enhanced environmental reviews. The expansion aims to leverage underutilized infrastructure within

Airport development: Utah invests in air cargo

December 11, 2024
https://www.groundhandlinginternational.com/content/interviews/airport-development-utah-invests-in-air-cargo

Twenty Wells Project Area Marks One-Year Anniversary: Driving Industrial Growth and Transportation Connectivity in Northern Tooele County

December 05, 2024
The Twenty Wells Project Area is celebrating its one-year anniversary, marking a year of significant progress in northern Tooele County. Spanning 642 acres within Grantsville City, the project is strategically located along Utah State Route 112, providing easy access to key regional hubs like Tooele City and Interstate 80. The project area is quickly becoming a cornerstone for industrial growth

Tooele Valley Project Area Celebrates One-Year Anniversary: Pioneering Sustainable Development and Economic Growth in Northern Tooele County

December 05, 2024
A major achievement for the Tooele Valley Project Area is the recent approval granted by the Surface Transportation Board (STB) for Savage Tooele Railroad Company (STR) to construct and operate an 11-mile rail line in Tooele County. This new rail development will significantly enhance the region’s logistical capabilities and provide businesses with easy access to rail transport. The rail line