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The Port of Toronto has once again confirmed its critical role in the regional economy, posting another strong year in marine imports and cruise ship activity. In 2024, the Port handled more than two million metric tonnes of cargo and welcomed 34 cruise ships, bringing nearly 18,000 visitors to its Cruise Ship Terminal. These figures highlight the Port’s continued significance as a […]

By Leo Ryan, Editor Maritime analysts are raising red flags in many directions over this week’s new punitive measures proposed by the Trump administration targeting Chinese maritime shipping dominance. Astronomical fees of up to $1.5 million on Chinese-built ships per port call could potentially severely disrupt supply chains, provoke port congestion and even provide at

Toronto – Anita Anand, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, today announced the establishment of the Supply Chain Advisory Council, comprised of experts and senior leaders in their fields. The non-partisan Council will provide strategic advice on strengthening supply chains to boost productivity, increase competitiveness and support trade diversification. The members of the Council include:

As part of its comprehensive strategy against vehicle theft and illegal export in Canada, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) today announced that it is implementing an action plan to step up the fight against this criminal phenomenon. Developed in consultation with government authorities, law enforcement and stakeholders in the automotive industry, this initiative aims to bolster

In an Open Letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Quebec Premier François Legault has urged the Canadian government to accelerate the purchase of “several” new polar icebreakers to defend Canada’s sovereignty in the Arctic amid rising Russian and Chinese ambitions and to appease certain concerns expressed by US President Donald Trump. It would also demonstrate

Magdalen Islands, QC – Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, and the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, today announced on behalf of Anita Anand, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, that the Government of Canada is investing in two key marine transportation projects for the community of the

Algoma Central Corporation today reported its results for the year ended December 31, 2024. The St. Catharines-based shipping enterprise reported revenues of $703.4M compared to revenues of $721M in 2023. Net earnings for 2024 were $91.6M compared to earnings of $82.8M in 2023. The Company reported 2024 EBITDA of $200.4M compared to $186M for 2023.

DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, has strengthened its commercial team in the Americas with the appointment of Ashley Laitano as Regional Key Account Manager (RKAM). This strategic addition is aimed at accelerating trade lane growth between the Americas and Africa while enhancing DP World’s end-to-end supply chain solutions across

Building strong partnerships, superior connectivity, ample capacity ahead of demand and a responsible approach with communities is the “GPA way,” and sets the ports of Savannah and Brunswick apart from the competition. That was the message shared at the Savannah State of the Port event Feb. 25. Before an audience of more than 1,700 business

Canadian Coast Guard crews report no pollution incidents despite “significant hull breaches” to the MSC Baltic containership which ran aground on February 15 in Wild Cove, west of Lark Harbour, after losing power. Canadian Coast Guard crews continue to assess the MSC Baltic III from the shoreline and by air. “An assessment of the hull confirmed significant breaches