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WASHINGTON — A new study has produced the first map of all coastal communities and infrastructure across the Arctic, showing the vulnerability of the built environment to threats from climate change. Erosion is currently the biggest threat to Arctic coastlines; some places are already experiencing erosion up to 20 meters (67 feet) per year. But rising seas and […]

The Port of Cleveland has approved a new contract with Logistec USA Inc. to be the terminal operator for the 2025 shipping season, a partnership expected to significantly increase operating revenues. Rodney Corrigan, President of Logistec Stevedoring Inc., said, “We are proud to continue our partnership with the Port of Cleveland. Together, we are driving

The Port of Thunder Bay has reported continued strength in shipping activity with just over one month remaining in the navigation season. The port has handled modern record volumes of key cargoes this season including potash and phosphate fertilizer, as shown by volumes to end November. The year-to-date overall total amounted to 9.2 million metric

President-elect Donald Trump has publicly thrown his support behind the leadership of the International Longshoremen’s Association in its battle against automation in U.S. ports. He expressed his support in a posting on his Truth Social media platform late yesterday after meeting with ILA President Harold Daggett, and Executive VP Dennis Daggett. He also released a

The Board of Directors of the American Great Lakes Ports Association (AGLPA) has appointed Brian Oszakiewski to Executive Director, succeeding Steve Fisher at the end of December after 30 years of distinguished leadership.A native Chicagoan, Mr. Oszakiewski is a longtime transportation and infrastructure advocate with extensive experience in policy, government relations, communications, administration, and stakeholder engagement at

McAsphalt Industries Limited has announced the addition of the McAsphalt Advantage, with state-of-the-art safety and sustainability features tailored for optimal trade on the Great Lakes. This strategic investment highlights the company’s commitment to enhancing supply chain efficiency and operational excellence, solidifying its leadership position within the industry. The McAsphalt Advantage represents a significant advancement in logistical

London – Greenpeace International and Greenpeace UK have agreed with Shell to settle the oil giant’s multimillion US dollar intimidation lawsuit over a peaceful protest conducted by the campaign groups last year. The settlement follows over a year of sustained campaigning by Greenpeace against Shell’s lawsuit. Experts have described the case as a strategic lawsuit

The St. Lawrence Seaway reported its November traffic figures, with total cargo shipments of 32.3 million metric tons since the start of the navigation season. The cumulative figure is on par with the same period last year, but an industry source told Maritime Magazine the final 2024 tally could surpass the 2023 throughput of nearly

CN has announced that a new tentative four-year collective agreement has been reached with Unifor. The union represents approximately 3,300 employees at CN in Canada, working in different mechanical, clerical, and intermodal functions. No details of the tentative agreement will be released publicly until the agreement is ratified. The current collective agreement with Unifor expires

Lévis, QC – Chantier Davie Canada Inc. today announced the signing of an agreement with Pearlson & Pearlson Inc. of Florida, United States. This is related to Davie’s recent decision to modify its construction strategy to better meet National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) requirements and respond to the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE Pact) opportunity. The agreement marks a strategic milestone