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Launching of Stronger Delta through new Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Community Investment Program

The first round of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 community investment program was launched Monday by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, with Delta organizations invited to apply for funding to support initiatives that create lasting local benefits or strengthen conservation efforts.    The first intake for the community investment program comes as momentum continues to […]

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U.S. coalition slams federal attack via EPA on clean shipping waivers

Washington — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency transmitted two additional California waivers to Congress, including the Ocean-Going Vessels At Berth and Commercial Harbor Craft waivers. For 50 years, the precedent set under both Democratic and Republican administrations is that Clean Air Act waivers are not rules and are therefore not subject  to review under the Congressional Review

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Bharat Forge And FLYING WHALES partner to develop airships for defence applications In India

Bharat Forge Limited, through its Aerospace Division, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FLYING WHALES, a French-Canadian global pioneer in heavy-lift airship technology, to jointly develop, manufacture and field advanced airships for India’s defence and strategic operational requirements. The MoU was signed last week by Guru Biswal, CEO Aerospace, Bharat Forge Limited, and

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Port of Barcelona reports increases in total and container traffic

The Port of Barcelona closed the first half of 2026 with a positive trend in the main traffic indicators, confirming its ability to adapt to a complex global context. During these first six months of the year, the Port of Barcelona handled 35.87 million tons, up 3.5% year on year. Container traffic stood at 1.93

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Port of Rotterdam cargo volume increased 0.4% in first half 2026

Total throughput at Europe’s largest maritime gateway rose by 0.4% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year. The total reached 212.0 million tonnes. The dry bulk segment rose by 1.7%. The throughput of liquid bulk also increased by 2.4%. There was a dip in throughput in the container and

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Canada and Spain strengthen cooperation to advance Atlantic Green Shipping Corridor

Madrid – Steven MacKinnon, Canada’s Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, was in Europe this week to sign a multi-port, multi-jurisdiction Green Shipping Corridors Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Spain. This agreement supports Canada’s efforts to strengthen international trade relationships, enhance competitiveness and promote more resilient supply chains

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Union Pacific and CN announce agreement to improve North American rail connectivity

CN and Union Pacific have announced the signing of a binding Memorandum of Understanding that will strengthen rail service across North America, improving both railroads’ ability to serve customers. The agreement provides Union Pacific with expanded operating rights over CN’s Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway (EJ&E) corridor through Chicago, while granting CN new rights over

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DP World confirms project to expand Port of Fujairah to reduce Hormuz reliance

Dubai – DP World announced it has reached an agreement in principle with the Fujairah Ports Authority under a 50-year concession to develop two new terminals in the Gulf of Oman on the UAE’s east coast — the Al Rugaylat container and multi-purpose terminal, and the Dibba General Cargo terminal. “The partnership with DP World

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World container freight rates decline for second consecutive week

The Drewry World Container Index (WCI), the benchmark widely referenced by procurement teams, decreased 4% to $4,374 per 40ft container, due to a decline in rates on Asia–Europe and Transpacific trade routes. On the Transpacific trade route, spot rates from Shanghai to Los Angeles decreased 6% to $5,878 per 40ft container, while those from Shanghai to

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MARAD and Port of Long Beach sign agreement to test nuclear-powered vessels

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) today joined leaders from California’s Port of Long Beach to celebrate a new partnership focused on exploring small modular reactor (SMR) technology. Developments in SMR will be used to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding, cut costs, and secure energy dominance. “Under President Trump’ and Secretary Duffy’s leadership, MARAD is

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