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Start of preliminary construction of Port of Montreal’s Contrecœur project slated for September 29

The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has submitted its notice of intent to begin preliminary construction work for the Port of Montreal’s Contrecœur expansion as early as September 29, 2025, pending receipt of the final required approvals. “This step allows us to meet the conditions required to move forward with a project that positions Quebec and […]

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23 U.S. ports urge Congress to reverse devastating cuts to infrastructure funding

The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) and a broad coalition of every donor and energy transfer port have sent the House and Senate Appropriations Committees and the Energy and Water Development Subcommittees leaders a letter, urging them to reverse a harmful funding diversion and restore critical support for ports through the FY2026 appropriations process. The

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The ports of Barcelona and Shanghai sign an agreement to expand cooperation and create a green corridor

The Port of Barcelona and Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) today signed an agreement to intensify the connections between both ports and share knowledge in the areas of digitalisation, standardisation and decarbonisation of maritime transport, announced a joint press release. The agreement was signed by the president of the Port of Barcelona, José Alberto Carbonell,

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CN expanding capacity at Zanardi Rapids Bridge to boost supply chain resiliency at Port of Prince Rupert

To unlock the Port of Prince Rupert’s full potential, CN has outlined an investment strategy focused on long-term rail capacity. The Zanardi Rapids Bridge Project stands at the heart of that strategy. The new Zanardi Rapids Bridge will be more than just a 1600ft waterway crossing; it is a key part of a comprehensive plan to enhance

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LOGISTEC appoints Texas Howard as new Chief Financial Officer to advance growth and international expansion

Montreal – LOGISTEC, a leading marine and logistics services provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Texas E. Howard IV (Tex) as Chief Financial Officer, as part of its commitment to accelerate international growth and further strengthen its position in the global logistics and supply chain industry. “Tex’s deep expertise in financial leadership and

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Ontario and Michigan chambers of commerce urge end to prolonged uncertainty in US-Canada trade negotiations

Following the failure of the United States and Canada to reach a trade resolution by the August 1 deadline and the imposition of increased tariffs on non-USMCA covered Canadian goods, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce today issued the following joint statement: “Ontario and Michigan have one of the most

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Scottish government approves proposed massive Berwick Bank offshore wind farm

Potentially the world’s largest offshore wind farm project has been granted consent by the Scottish Government. Located approximately 38km from the Scottish Borders coastline at St Abbs, Berwick Bank wind farm will have an estimated final capacity of 4.1 gigawatts (GW) with 307 turbines. With current technology, it could generate enough electricity each year to

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Analysis of high consequence hazards in cargo handling pinpoints risks of port worker fatalities

London – In a unique analysis of near 500 incidents involving shore workers over the last twenty-five years, the ICHCA Severe Risks Dashboard details important findings that all in the industry need to be cognisant of every day.  Key findings include: an almost equal split between on-vessel and onshore risk to port workers Three-quarters of

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IJC launches public consultation on draft 2025 report on the Protection of the Great Lakes waters

Ottawa -The International Joint Commission (IJC) is seeking public comment on the recently released Draft 2025 Review of the International Joint Commission’s Report on the “Protection of the Waters of the Great Lakes”. This is the second 10-year review on the consumptive use, diversion and removal of water from the Great Lakes. This draft report provides

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Report urges rapid IMO action to counter rising black carbon emissions from Arctic shipping

Anchorage, Alaska — A new report released today lays out the case for why the International Maritime Organization (IMO) should immediately act on reducing black carbon pollution — a climate super-pollutant. On Thin Ice: Why Black Carbon Demands Urgent Action, by Pacific Environment, explores how the expansion of Arctic shipping is causing an increase in the

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