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Quebec Premier François Legault urges Trudeau to “accelerate” building of polar icebreakers

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 […]

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Canadian government invests in Magdalen Islands transportation projects

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

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Algoma Central Corporation reports “strong performance” in 2024

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.

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DP World enhances Americas Team to boost trade growth with Africa

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

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Savannah fastest-growing port on US East and Gulf coasts

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

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MSC Baltic lll remains firmly grounded off Newfoundland coast

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

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The future of maritime training: building a digital bridge to excellence

By Guy Platten, Secretary General, International Chamber of Shipping When we first envisioned the ICS Academy, we saw an opportunity to transform maritime education by creating something truly different: a platform that would harness the collective experience of more than 80% of the world’s shipping fleet and deliver it directly into the hands of seafarers.

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Trump administration proposes big fees on Chinese-built ships to counter China’s maritime dominance

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed sweeping new measures targeting China’s growing dominance in global maritime sectors. These would encompass potential fees of up to $1.5 million per port call for Chinese-built vessels. The USTR indicated that stakeholders can provide feedback on the proposed measures at a public hearing scheduled

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Transport Canada investing $87M towards Trois-Rivières terminal infrastructure projects

The Port of Trois-Rivières has received major funding of $87.1 million from Transport Canada as part of the National Trade Corridors Fund for the Terminal 16 and 17 project. This investment will make it possible to refurbish Pier 17, build a new Pier 16 and develop adjacent terminals, in addition to consolidating and enhancing the

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New report shows that Green Shipping Corridors will need additional support under a global fuel standard

Under current and prospective policies from the IMO, EU, and US, the business case for green shipping corridors could improve markedly – but not sufficiently – according to a new report published by UMAS, UCL and the Global Maritime Forum (GMF). Titled ‘Building a Business Case for Green Shipping Corridors’, the report looks at the

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