Alaska Business Monthly

From Armistice Day to Veterans Day.

From the Publisher

Anadarko acquires Kerr-McGee and Western Gas.

OIL & GAS

APS seeks public stock offering.

SPORTS

Grainger opens expanded showroom.

WHOLESALE

New prison announced in Mat-Su Borough.

CONSTRUCTION - Brief article

CIRI develops entertainment center.

CIRI Inc. - Brief article

Kids Wish Network brings hope to Alaska.

APPLAUSE - Brief article

The melting pot: diversity or dilemma? It is the working together, the mutual respect for each other's rights, and the tolerance of diversity that has always made America great. Those who come need to learn and abide by the laws of the land, to participate in the political process sincerely, and to share the responsibilities as well as the rights of a free society.

Salute to Veteran Mary Louise Rasmuson: Mary Louise Rasmuson, wife of the late Elmer Rasmuson whose legacy is National Bank of Alaska and the Rasmuson Foundation, was an inspiration herself, serving among the first women in the Women's Auxiliary Army Corp. At 95 years old, her message has never wavered, 'It is an honor to serve your country.'.

Cover story

Technology to the rescue: satellite wells and horizontal drilling extends the life of Alaska's oil fields.

Stretching a Polar Bear: a larger craft means more cargo, which means more revenue.

Alaska Marine Transport and Salvage Inc.

Going above ... and beyond: Alaska's cargo companies find innovative ways to serve rural communities.

Shine business shine: annual reports bring company financials to life.

Coaching your CEO toward improved delegation: a step-by-step approach to bettering your business.

Planning for peace of mind: life and disability insurance can help individuals, businesses prepare for the future.

Outsourcing IT: outsourcing saves money in some cases, but is the savings worth the costs? Outsourcing to India is nothing foreign to the Alaska business environment. Accenture recently closed its Anchorage office, which was primarily engaged in contract-based business information systems and accounting work for a major oil producer.

Status of the mineral industry: 2006 is shaping up to be a banner year for minerals in Alaska. During 2005, 12 companies spent more than $1 million on exploration and in 2006 this number should be even higher. Five large mines are in operation.

2006 Mining Special Section

Alaska Miners Association: the mining industry in Alaska is a billion-dollar business.

2006 Mining Special Section

Powering Alaska mines: getting inexpensive energy to mines in Alaska is one of the toughest challenges they face.

2006 Mining Special Section

NovaGold pushes forward despite obstacles: a 'David and Goliath' battle rages with high stakes.

2006 Mining Special Section

2006 mining directory.

Directory

Mining development: like 'building a city': Calista Corp. has been long involved in natural resource development, and mining operations have or will provide jobs to shareholders-everything from cement work, to engineering, to warehousing.

2006 Mining Special Section

Alaska diamonds: a glitter of hope resides in Alaska's mining fields.

2006 Mining Special Section

Nixon Fork reopens: Mystery Creek moved into the construction phase this past summer, after receiving state and federal permits to refurbish the facility and to restart underground mining.

2006 Mining Special Section

Pogo cranking up to full production: about 40,000 ounces of gold will be produced each year.

2006 Mining Special Section

'Humdinger' of a year: 2006 great year for mining industry.

2006 Mining Special Section

That's not all folks: the mineral industry is doing well in 2006, and expects to make advances in 2007.

2006 Mining Special Section - Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority

ASCG Inc.

Arctic Slope Consulting Group appoints new staff members - Brief article

Clarus Technologies.

Right Moves

Koniag Inc.

William Anderson Jr. - Brief article