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American Association of Port Authorities voices strong opposition to Trump tariff agenda

The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) has added its voice to the rising chorus of North American business interests expressing serious concern over the planned 25% tariffs against Canada and Mexico by the Trump Administration. The Washington-based trade association represents 150 port authorities in the Western Hemisphere, including the United States, Canada, the Caribbean […]

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Turkish shipbuilder launches largest sail-powered ro/ro vessel

RMK Marine has launched Neoliner Origin, the primarily-wind powered RO/RO ordered at the  Turkish shipyard by Nantes-based Neoline. In the coming months, sea trials of the Neoliner Origin will take place before its expected delivery in late June 2025, followed by its inaugural voyage departing from Saint- Nazaire in summer 2025. Shippers who have committed to use the

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Antidia Citores appointed General Manager of Green Marine Europe

Quebec City – Green Marine International has announced the appointment of Antidia Citores as General Manager for Green Marine Europe, the environmental certification program for the European maritime industry. Antidia officially assumes her position today and will carry out her role from Bordeaux, France. With her 4-year experience as a project manager for Green Marine

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IntermodeX announces construction of LinX Logistics Facility at the Port of Prince Rupert

IntermodeX has announced the development of LinX, a cutting-edge transload and logistics facility strategically located at the Port of Prince Rupert (PRPA). Designed to support global cargo owners, ocean carriers and forwarders, LinX will leverage Prince Rupert gateway’s natural advantages and IntermodeX’s advanced transload and logistics capabilities along with CN’s extensive rail network. Set to launch in Q1 2027, Phase 1 will span over 30 acres and feature a 100-door facility,

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Canadian government announces consultations on expanding security clearances at ports to strengthen borders

The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, Anita Anand, today announced a public consultation to gather feedback on expanding security screening requirements at Canada’s ports. These proposed changes would enhance security. Consultations will be open until March 31, 2025. Currently, only individuals with specific occupations and those requiring access to highly restricted areas at Canada’s ports are required to hold

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Shipowners abandon more than 3,100 seafarers in 2024

New data from the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) reveals abandonment of seafarers by ship-owners increased by 87% in 2024 from the previous year.  The abandonment of seafarers is spiralling out of control, increasing nearly two-fold with 3,133 seafarers abandoned by ship-owners in 2024 compared to 1,676 in 2023.   A total 312 vessels were abandoned

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Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd launching Gemini ocean network on February 1

On February 1, Maersk A/S (Maersk), an entity under A.P. Moller – Maersk, and Hapag-Lloyd AG (Hapag-Lloyd) launch their operational collaboration Gemini Cooperation. The ambition is to deliver a flexible and interconnected ocean network with industry-leading schedule reliability above 90 percent once fully phased in. Around 340 vessels will be phased in and be a

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Canada Border Services Agency urged by shipping industry coalition to enhance trade facilitation

By Leo Ryan, Editor While the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has traditionally focused on security, it must now prioritize trade facilitation as well by notably significantly broadening customs support for shipping projects requiring marine container examination facilities. Such is the central message from the respective leaders of the Chamber of Marine Commerce, the Shipping

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CIB to finance $60.7M in first indigenous-led port logistics facility in BC

Prince Rupert – The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) reached financial close on a $60.7 million loan to help the Metlakatla Development Corporation (MDC) and the Prince Rupert Port Authority develop the Indigenous-led South Kaien Import Logistics Park, in British Columbia. Funding comes from the CIB’s Indigenous Community Infrastructure Initiative (ICII) and will be used for site infrastructure needed

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Americold to build a $80M cold storage facility in Port Saint John

Atlanta-based Americold Realty Trust, a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, real estate, and value-added services focused on the ownership, operation, acquisition, and development of temperature-controlled warehouses, today announced plans to develop its first Import-Export Hub in Canada at Port Saint John in New Brunswick. Americold will invest between $75 and $80M to develop this conventional

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