Rimouski – Novarium, the innovation campus dedicated to the blue economy, announces a strategic partnership with the Port of Québec, one of the five largest ports in Canada. This collaboration aims to create a dynamic ecosystem that promotes innovation, research and sustainable development in the marine sector, while exploiting the unique advantages offered by the location of the Port of Québec.

In keeping with its strategic vision, the Port of Québec is committed to providing businesses with some of the largest liquid and solid bulk infrastructure in Canada. Moreover, being the largest cruise port on the Saint Lawrence, it offers exceptional access to a historic city recognized by UNESCO.

As the hub of a vital river corridor, the Port of Québec is also a strategic port transshipment centre that promotes intermodality. This extended connectivity will create new opportunities for startups that want to take advantage of the economic ambitions related to the blue economy and will strengthen the position of the Port of Québec as a leader in the maritime sector.

Together, Novarium and the Port of Québec are committed to promoting research and development, supporting innovation in the maritime sector, and contributing to the Québec City region’s reputation as a centre of excellence for the blue economy. This partnership is perfectly in line with Québec’s ambition to play a leading role in the transition to a more sustainable and responsible economy. It will enable businesses to meet the complex challenges facing the Port of Québec and contribute to its growth, while opening its spaces as a testing ground for startups wishing to innovate in the blue economy.

(Novarium photo)