Alaska Airlines Completes $1.9B Acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines completed a $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, less than a year after both companies’ boards approved the deal.
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Tommy’s Express Car Wash Takes Flight with US Air Force Vet as General Manager
The first Tommy’s Express Car Wash in Alaska opens with US Air Force veteran Steven Udall returning to Anchorage as General Manager.
American Honda Trains Mechanics for Local Repairs
Four technicians from American Honda went to Scammon Bay to train—and learn from—Coastal Villages Region Fund mechanic/welders who keep ATVs and boat motors running.
Alaska Railroad Greenlights Purchase of New Seward Cruise Port
The Alaska Railroad’s board of directors approved purchase of a $137 million cruise terminal in Seward, making way for construction.
Trucking Association Taps FedEx Manager for Executive Director
A new hand is at the wheel of the trade group for the statewide trucking industry. The Alaska Trucking Association named Jamie Benson as its new Executive Director.
Rebuilt Cordova Small Boat Harbor Opening for Summer
Turnagain Marine wrapped up a two-year, $40 million expansion and upgrade in Cordova in time for the boat harbor to be used this summer.