by Leo Ryan Aug 28, 2015
Canada’s East Coast ports target increased maritime trade
Amidst an uncertain global environment, Canadian ports on the East Coast are pursuing a capacity expansion strategy to increase business and to potentially offer alternatives, in some cases, to lingering congestion issues at US ports on the eastern seaboard as well as on the West Coast.
CMA CGM Vivaldi launches new big boxship era at Halifax
A new era has been launched at the deep water Port of Halifax, Nova Scotia with the arrival on August 3 of the CMA CGM Vivaldi at Halterm International Container Terminal. The 8478-TEU, 334-metre long Vivaldi is the largest container vessel to berth at Halterm and on Canada’s East Coast. Up till now, the biggest container vessels calling at Halifax were in the 7500-TEU range.
Spliethoff bolsters presence in Great Lakes/St. Lawrence waterway
Amsterdam-based Spliethoff Group’s multipurpose vessels have recently been significantly expanding their presence throughout ports on the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River.
Port of Trois-Rivières embarks on major expansion
Expansion at Port of Trois-Rivières makes the port the player to watch in the bulk trades.
Quebec’s ambitious maritime strategy
Quebec seeks to become ‘mega-hub of transatlantic trade.’
New era for Montreal Gateway Terminals
Strategically located at an inland gateway with excellent intermodal connections to substantial markets in Canada and the United States, Montreal Gateway Terminals has entered a new era under changed ownership.
Things looking up for Great Lakes/St. Lawrence shipping
Carriers closely involved in the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence waterway are hoping for more of the same in 2015 after benefiting from a stronger trend in commercial shipping activity in 2014.
Canada’s east coast ports target rising container business
On the container shipping scene, in particular, at Canada’s east coast ports, Montreal clearly has the wind in its sails, Halifax is soldiering on to capitalize on its deep waters, and Saint John is seeking to bolster its status as a relatively small player by pitching for significant capacity expansion to accommodate larger vessels.
Ambitious Quebec maritime strategy blueprint nearing completion
The Quebec government that came to power last spring is proceeding with an unprecedented plan to soon unveil a maritime strategy blueprint seeking to transform the St. Lawrence River into a competitive gateway of choice for continental logistics and for trans-Atlantic trade in the coming years. A June launch date has been announced.
Things looking up for Great Lakes/St. Lawrence shipping
Carriers closely involved in the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence waterway are hoping for more of the same in 2015 after benefiting from a stronger trend in commercial shipping activity in 2014.
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