Tag: Bob Bird

Dryad Networks successfully demonstrated its autonomous firefighting drone system by detecting and extinguishing a wildfire in remote Alaska without any human involvement on scene. Dryad is the leader in ultra-early wildfire detection technology. On July 8, 2026, the company announced its major achievement in the finals of the Autonomous Wildfire Response track of XPRIZE Wildfire, a […]

The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) 2026/27 Winter Schedule is now available for review and public comment. The draft schedule covers regional sailings from October 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027. The proposed schedule and supporting documentation can be found online at: dot.alaska.gov/amhs/doc/winter_considerations_2026-2027.pdf How to Submit Comments The public is encouraged to provide written comments by 5:00 […]