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The Department of Homeland Security has approved full production of the first U.S. Coast Guard Polar Security Cutter (PSC). The Service also received approval for low-rate initial production of the Waterways Commerce Cutter (WCC). The long-delayed project entails the replacement of the Polar Star, the sole remaining U.S. heavy icebreaker.  It facilitates the ability of shipbuilder Bollinger […]

The Port of Halifax has reported declines in total and container cargo in 2024, but continued strong business from the largest container ships calling on the East Coast of North America. “Halifax is a key international trade gateway to inland markets in Quebec, Ontario and US Midwest. We are a customer-centric, trusted partner,” said Fulvio

The Mediterranean Sea officially became an Emission Control Area for Sulphur Oxides and Particulate Matter (Med SOx ECA) under MARPOL Annex VI on 1 May 2025. The sulphur content in fuel oil for ships operating in the area is now limited to 0.1%, significantly reducing air pollution and delivering major benefits to both human health and

Parrish & Heimbecker Limited (P&H) of Winnipeg announced that it has acquired a deep-water bulk marine export terminal from Societe En Commandite Terminal Grains, which has been operated by Sollio Agriculture since 2021 in Quebec City, QC. This strategic acquisition marks a significant step forward in P&H’s ongoing growth and commitment to strengthening Canada’s grain

PD Ports has unveiled a project to develop one of the UK’s largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation hubs – the Teesport Offshore Gateway.  Unlocking 180 acres of development potential for a range of offshore manufacturers, assembly, marshalling and supply chain support services, the proposed site will confirm Teesside’s place at the heart of the UK

 DP World has successfully completed initial testing of its hydrogen fuel cell rubber-tired gantry (RTG) crane at the Port of Vancouver, marking a significant milestone in decarbonizing its port operations. The RTG is now undergoing field testing as the company assesses the feasibility of electrifying its global fleet of 1,500 RTG cranes. Traditionally powered by diesel,

A notable event took place on April 23 at the Port of Montreal: the Algoma Endeavour, freshly delivered from the shipyard, made a stopover to complete its reflagging process. The vessel will now sail under the Canadian flag and is ready to enter service along the St. Lawrence Seaway and Great Lakes network. Measuring 225

The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) has issued a sharp statement unequivocally condemning the recent tariffs that the Trump administration has imposed. “Tariffs are taxes. These and other reckless, shortsighted policies have begun to devastate American workers, harm critical sectors of the economy, and line the pockets of the ultra-wealthy at the expense of

Saint John, NB – Irving Oil and Algoma Central Corporation welcomed the first of two new product tankers into Saint John Harbour today. The vessels will service Canada’s largest refinery with deliveries to ports in Atlantic Canada and the U.S. East Coast. The vessels represent a total investment of $127 million by Algoma in partnership

Odfjell’s chemical tanker Bow Olympus is currently crossing the Atlantic powered by a combination of wind-assisted propulsion and a certified sustainable 100% biofuel. This milestone voyage proves how existing technologies and fuels can be paired to accelerate deep-sea shipping’s transition to net zero emissions. Real-time data from the voyage confirms that this dual propulsion approach