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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 …