When Salt Lake City and World Trade Center Utah officials began negotiating an authority transfer of the city's foreign-trade zone almost two years ago, nobody knew how important it would be by the time the deal was finalized.

Salt Lake City had acted as grantee authority since 1977. Now, World Trade Center Utah is taking over with new, ambitious plans for the federal program.

Ionic Mineral Technologies, a leading U.S. producer of advanced materials for energy, defense, and technology sectors, has successfully closed a $29 million Series B financing round.

Held during World Trade Month, the two-day Crossroads of the World International Trade Summit brought together over 1,000 attendees from across industries, borders, and sectors.

Hypercraft, a leading hybrid and electric powertrain supplier reshaping the future with its software-defined mobility operating system, completed a $26 million Series A raise, with a post-money valuation of $106 million.

Utah has been an overachiever for years when it comes to the state’s volume of import/export business and a new report finds international trade continues to be among the major drivers behind one of the country’s leading economies.

The Crossroads of the World International Trade Summit, held May 7–8, 2025, brought together global decision-makers for a two-day, invite-only event co-hosted by Zions Bank and World Trade Center Utah. Explore how the press covered this dynamic event.

The Seongnam Industry Promotion Agency signed a multilateral MOU with WTC Utah and the Utah Korean American Chamber of Commerce during the 23rd World Korean Business Convention.

Gov. Spencer Cox kicked off a weeklong trade mission to Canada on Monday by telling top Quebec officials about Utah’s best-in-the nation economy.

During a recent trade mission to Canada, led by Governor Cox, a multi-part series covered the key opportunities and connections made by Utah business leaders. Dive into the stories for an inside look at the mission’s impact.

Utahns will likely feel the “ripple effects” of tariffs as the impacts make their way through businesses across the state.

Irish Minister of State Alan Dillon visited Utah and spoke about the strong relationship between Utah and Ireland. Dillon acknowledged the recent tariffs between the U.S. and the European Union and said they will hurt both sides. This visit comes shortly after the Utah Legislature passed a bill to create the Utah-Ireland Trade Commission.

With incoming tariffs scheduled to go into effect on March 4, Utah political and business leaders are looking for ways to minimize the impacts.

World Trade Center Utah working to help businesses as trade tumult could rock state economy.

WTC Utah President & CEO Jonathan Freedman releases statement on tariffs.

Utah experts warn that tariffs will directly affect local businesses and in-turn Utah consumers.

ISPO Munich, one of the world's largest sporting goods trade fairs, is shifting its focus from traditional order writing to networking, collaboration, and innovation.

In 2024, Utah achieved significant milestones that highlight its growing influence on the global stage.

A DOT ruling could complicate an airline partnership, tourism and Utah’s overall economic strategy.

SBA STEP grant will help boost the state’s export economy by empowering businesses to reach new international markets. The grant application is now open to Utah companies.