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Over four in 10 (44%) agri-businesses are facing higher costs and supply disruptions for critical inputs like fertilizer due to shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, finds new data by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). “High taxes, ongoing red tape, and rising energy costs are already straining Canada’s food supply. Now, the Strait of […]

Victoria – As part of the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All, the government is proposing over $258 million over 5 years to renew and enhance funding for the protection of whales and their habitats. This investment will build off the success of the Whales Initiative and Oceans Protection Plan. This new funding will

CLEVELAND – Iron ore shipments on the Great Lakes totaled 3.9 million tons in April, an increase of 5.3 percent compared to 2025.  Shipments were 9.4 percent below the month’s 5-year average, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association which represents the U.S.-flag Great Lakes fleet. Year-to-date, the iron ore trade stands at 6.8 million tons,

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and World Maritime University (WMU) have released a new Handbook on Gender Mainstreaming in the Maritime Sector, calling for action to address persistent gender inequality across the global maritime industry.  The handbook, authored by WMU Professor Momoko Kitada, was launched on the International Day for Women in Maritime on 18 May.

A major milestone was reached recently with the keel laying of CSL OWL SRI’s first of two subsea rock installation (SRI) vessels. The CSL OWL SRI newbuilds are tailored to meet the demands of a rapidly growing offshore wind sector, offering optimal flexibility and performance. Designed for peak performance in water depths up to 100

By Leo Ryan, Editor The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) today announced the appointment effective June 8 of Paul Bird as new President and CEO, reflecting a move towards renewed leadership stability following a period of turbulence this spring punctuated by the reported dismissal on April 3 of Julie Gascon. Prior to the announcement that Julie

This spring 2026 edition has much content for Canadian policymakers, shippers, shipping lines, transportation providers, and ports navigating through the continuing geopolitical conflicts and the ripple effect on global trade of President Trump’s tariff warfare. In keeping with annual tradition, there is an in-depth review of the strategic US Midwest economy and market and how

Washington – Davie Defense has announced the finalization of a $3.5B contract with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), for the construction and delivery of five Arctic Security Cutters (ASC), a new class of Arctic icebreaker. Two of the ships will be constructed at Davie Defense affiliate Helsinki Shipyard in Finland and three ships will

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez opened the 111th session of the Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization, which brings together IMO’s 176 Member States to discuss issues related to the safety and security of international shipping. Key items on the agenda (13 to 22 May) include the adoption of the first non-mandatory Code to

In its latest Oil Market report, the International Energy Agency warns that the ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz is triggering one of the largest oil market shocks in modern history. The IEA  forecast world oil demand to decline by 420,000 barrels per day year-over-year in 2026 to 104 million barrels per day. This represents a sharp reversal from