Port of Montreal

The Port of Montreal, QSL and Oceanex collaborate to create a domestic green corridor

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Lunedì, Dicembre 4, 2023
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MONTREAL, Dec. 4, 2023 /CNW/ - At a side event to COP28 currently underway in Dubai, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA), Oceanex and QSL today announced their collaboration to create the first domestic green shipping corridor between Quebec and Newfoundland.

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  • MONTREAL, Dec. 4, 2023 /CNW/ - At a side event to COP28 currently underway in Dubai, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA), Oceanex and QSL today announced their collaboration to create the first domestic green shipping corridor between Quebec and Newfoundland.
  • This corridor will make it possible to green one of Eastern Canada's busiest shipping routes, used daily between the Port of Montreal and the Port of St. John's, and served by Oceanex and QSL.
  • Oceanex is committed to the reduction of green house gas emissions and is continually seeking opportunities to meet its goals of carbon neutral shipping.
  • "We are very proud to announce this ambitious initiative in collaboration with our partners Oceanex and QSL.

Julie Gascon appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of the Montreal Port Authority

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Mercoledì, Novembre 29, 2023
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MONTREAL, Nov. 29, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announces the appointment of Julie Gascon to the position of President and CEO.

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  • MONTREAL, Nov. 29, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announces the appointment of Julie Gascon to the position of President and CEO.
  • Ms. Julie Gascon is a passionate advocate of marine transportation and has held a number of strategic positions with Transport Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard.
  • Hailing from Greater Montreal, Julie Gascon began her career in public service as a graduate of the Canadian Coast Guard College.
  • After holding a number of strategic positions within Transport Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard, she also served as Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Pilotage Authority until her appointment to the Montreal Port Authority.

The Port of Montreal welcomes the Government of Canada's support for its Contrecœur expansion project

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Martedì, Ottobre 10, 2023
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This financial support from the federal government confirms the strategic importance of the Contrecœur expansion project in view of the anticipated growth in the container sector to meet the needs of importers, exporters and consumers.

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  • This financial support from the federal government confirms the strategic importance of the Contrecœur expansion project in view of the anticipated growth in the container sector to meet the needs of importers, exporters and consumers.
  • In 2021, the Port of Montreal's expansion of its activities at Contrecœur received a favourable Decision Statement from Canada's Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, allowing the project to proceed.
  • "This financial backing from the federal government sends a strong message about our large Contrecœur expansion project and the future of the logistics ecosystem in the St. Lawrence corridor.
  • "MPA teams are continuing their rigorous planning on the Port of Montreal's major Contrecœur expansion project that is so crucial to keeping supply chains resilient.

Survey finds majority of Canadians feel unsafe in their communities as the auto theft crisis continues to accelerate in the first half of 2023

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Martedì, Ottobre 10, 2023
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Furthermore, according to a recent survey, the continued rise in auto theft is having a significant impact on Canadians' sense of safety.

Key Points: 
  • Furthermore, according to a recent survey, the continued rise in auto theft is having a significant impact on Canadians' sense of safety.
  • "Canadians expect to see a collaborative approach to combatting this crisis," said Bryan Gast, VP of Investigative Services at Équité Association.
  • "There is however more that can be done to address the auto theft crisis in the short-term.
  • Équité Association's First Half of 2023 Auto Theft Trend Report is now available online.

The Port of Montreal is creating an urban promenade near Bickerdike Terminal

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Martedì, Ottobre 3, 2023
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MONTREAL, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) today announced the development of an urban promenade along its facilities in the Cité-du-Havre sector.

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  • MONTREAL, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) today announced the development of an urban promenade along its facilities in the Cité-du-Havre sector.
  • An urban promenade will soon be developed along Pierre-Dupuy Avenue, in the Cité-du-Havre sector, near the Port facilities of Bickerdike Terminal.
  • Named Promenade Bickerdike after the nearby terminal of the same name, the promenade will also feature several information panels to document the history and development of the surrounding urban landscape.
  • "The development of an urban promenade in Cité-du-Havre is directly aligned with the City of Montreal's vision for the Bridge-Bonaventure sector.

Montreal Port Authority announces appointment of Interim President and Chief Executive Officer

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Martedì, Agosto 15, 2023
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MONTREAL, Aug. 15, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announces the appointment of Geneviève Deschamps as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer.

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  • MONTREAL, Aug. 15, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announces the appointment of Geneviève Deschamps as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • She will lead an experienced management team working on our current projects, including, among others, the major expansion of the Port of Montreal in Contrecoeur.
  • "It's an honour for me to put my expertise at the service of the Port of Montreal and our partners.
  • Under the Canada Marine Act, the Board of Directors is responsible for selecting the CEO of a Canada Port Authority.

Smooth, efficient traffic flow: the Port of Montreal opens its new overpass in the Viau sector

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Mercoledì, Agosto 9, 2023
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MONTREAL, Aug. 9, 2023 /CNW/ - After two years of construction, the Port of Montreal has officially opened its new overpass over Notre-Dame Street East in the Viau sector.

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  • MONTREAL, Aug. 9, 2023 /CNW/ - After two years of construction, the Port of Montreal has officially opened its new overpass over Notre-Dame Street East in the Viau sector.
  • Providing a direct connection between bulk and container terminals, the new overpass opened by the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) will enable trucks leaving the Port of Montreal to take Dickson Street then Souligny Avenue directly to Highway 25.
  • "The Port of Montreal's new overpass meets ambitious objectives not only in terms of operational efficiency, but also how we cohabit with neighbouring communities.
  • To learn more about the overpass, visit our project webpage at Overpass (port-montreal.com)

The Montreal Port Authority announces the departure of its President and CEO

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Lunedì, Luglio 31, 2023
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MONTREAL, July 31, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announces that its President and CEO, Martin Imbleau, will be stepping down on September 8, 2023, to take on a new challenge.

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  • MONTREAL, July 31, 2023 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announces that its President and CEO, Martin Imbleau, will be stepping down on September 8, 2023, to take on a new challenge.
  • "Under his leadership, the Port of Montreal has faced the impact of the pandemic, the Contrecoeur expansion project has reached key milestones towards its realization, and a clear shift towards decarbonization of the port ecosystem has been undertaken.
  • On behalf of the members of the Board of Directors, I wish Martin success in his new endeavour.
  • The Board of Directors is now working to ensure a smooth transition and to fill the position as quickly as possible.

smartHarbour initiative: satellite data to help monitor and protect our ecosystems

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Giovedì, Giugno 29, 2023
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LONGUEUIL, QC, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ - Earth observation data collected by satellites is used to monitor our planet's various ecosystems.

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  • LONGUEUIL, QC, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ - Earth observation data collected by satellites is used to monitor our planet's various ecosystems.
  • Earth observation data will serve to enhance and complement traditional methods of environmental monitoring and follow-up that are used in the field.
  • The smartHarbour initiative supports this strategy and is part of the CSA's smartEarth funding initiative, which seeks to support Canadian organizations in the development of applications using satellite data to resolve problems on Earth.
  • The work of these Canadian companies developing innovative solutions based on satellite data will help us better equip ourselves to protect our biodiversity, especially by monitoring the environmental aspects of the expansion of the Port of Montreal."

Ports of Montreal, Québec and Trois-Rivières taking the Net-Zero Challenge

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Giovedì, Maggio 11, 2023
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MONTREAL, May 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Ports of Montreal, Québec and Trois-Rivières are taking the federal government's Net-Zero Challenge.

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  • MONTREAL, May 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Ports of Montreal, Québec and Trois-Rivières are taking the federal government's Net-Zero Challenge.
  • By announcing their collective participation in the Net-Zero Challenge, the ports of Montreal, Quebec City and Trois-Rivières are joining forces to accelerate the decarbonization of maritime transport on the St. Lawrence River corridor.
  • The ports of Montreal, Quebec City and Trois-Rivières signed a cooperation agreement in 2022 covering various aspects, including communications, innovation, the environment, marine operations and asset management.
  • This shared commitment to the Net-Zero Challenge is a tangible example of promising projects set in motion to develop a strong shipping corridor from a sustainable development perspective.