Alaska Business

09/03/2026

After years of work in the wilderness, one of the state’s largest road projects in history is now more visible to drivers on the Sterling Highway. Check out the new bridge on the Cooper Landing bypass in our latest issue!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/september-2026/shaping-history/

After years of work in the wilderness, one of the state’s largest road projects in history is now more visible to drivers on the Sterling Highway.

09/01/2026

In this issue, we're excited to announce the 2026 Legal Elite, Alaska's best lawyers as nominated by their peers. In the Legal special section, read more about who made the list, a highlight on attorneys specializing in representing the transportation industry, and learn how the Alaska Bar Association is ensuring Alaska raises and retains quality legal minds. Also in this issue is the Small Business special section, covering luxury experiences in Mat-Su, a growing trend of membership and subscription models across various sectors, growth in Alaska's cottage food industry, and the state's few but mighty mushroom growers.

Enjoy!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/September-2026/

In This Issue | Legal Elite, Small Business, Cooper Landing Bypass and more!

08/31/2026

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport has climbed to the top of the nation’s cargo airport rankings. ✈️ Since 2019, ANC has increased cargo handling by 40 percent, supporting thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity across Alaska. Explore the airport’s continued growth and statewide impact in the August 2026 edition of Alaska Trends. Read more in the latest issue!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/august-2026/alaska-trends/

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport has climbed to the top of the nation’s cargo airport rankings. ✈️ Since 2019, ANC has increased cargo handling by 40 percent, supporting thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity across Alaska. Explore the airport’s continued g...

08/24/2026

As police enforce criminal law, Alaska Court Services walks the civil beat. The newest episode of This Alaska Business knocks on the door of a process server to peek behind the scenes of the legal system.

https://youtu.be/ve6bkjv08QI

As police enforce criminal law, Alaska Court Services walks the civ...

08/17/2026

Santos announced first oil at Pikka on May 18, the endpoint of a long beginning. Read more about it in our latest issue!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/august-2026/new-oil-on-the-north-slope/

In mid-May it was 19°F and windy at the Aurora Hotel in Deadhorse. As I stood in the parking lot surveying the surroundings, I chatted with a gentleman from Texas who works for Nabors Alaska Drilling and was in town as part of a crew tasked with getting a previously inactive drill rig up and runnin...

08/11/2026

What a weekend at Arctic Thunder! Alaska Business was proud to sponsor the 2026 Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - JBER. Our team had an amazing time taking in the incredible air show, enjoying the excitement, and celebrating this great community event.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, said hello, and picked up a copy of Alaska Business! We loved meeting so many of you and being part of such an incredible weekend.

Until next time, Arctic Thunder! 🇺🇸✈️

08/06/2026

The ConocoPhillips Alaska Process Technology Support Fund helps educators address workforce demand. Read more in our August issue!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/august-2026/a-pipeline-of-talent/

To help meet Alaska’s growing workforce needs, companies are forming innovative partnerships with educators around the state.

08/04/2026

ANC is soaring as the #1 cargo airport in the USA and #3 globally. With new carriers like Southwest and major infrastructure upgrades, the airport remains a vital engine for Alaska's economy. ✈️ Read more in our latest issue!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/august-2026/anchorage-airport-takes-off/

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) is both Alaska’s primary gateway for travelers and one of the state’s most powerful economic engines.

07/31/2026

The August 2026 issue's cover story celebrates first oil at Pikka, Santos' first operation on Alaska's North Slope, though likely not its last. The Oil & Gas special section also updates readers on international oil and gas activity, oil response experts, and common industry terms. Elsewhere in the issue we share what's going on at the Ted Stevens International Airport, now ranked #1 in cargo volume in the United States; the test and training center at JBER now under construction; and the paperwork required to stake a gold claim in Alaska—for those inspired by record high gold prices.

Enjoy!

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/August-2026/

07/28/2026

Sarah was doing “fine” on paper, but one employee’s feedback revealed what her boss had missed. This leadership scenario explores how strong individual performers can struggle when stepping into management, and why steady numbers do not always tell the full story. 📊 Read more from the latest issue of Alaska Business Magazine.

https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/july-2026/the-manager-who-was-doing-fine/

First, a scenario.