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Glen Clark, business leader and former Premier of British Columbia, joins Board of Tersa Earth Innovations Inc.

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

BURNABY, British Columbia, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tersa Earth Innovations Inc., a trailblazing technology company that turns mining tailings from environmental risks into high-value assets, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Glen Clark to its Board of Directors, effective today.

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  • Mr. Clark's extensive political experience and visionary corporate leadership will provide invaluable insights, enhancing Tersa Earth's strategic positioning in both regulatory and business landscapes.
  • "I'm incredibly excited to join the Board of Tersa Earth Innovations,” said Mr. Clark.
  • "We are honoured to have Glen Clark join the Tersa Earth Board of Directors,” said Dr. Yadav, who serves as CEO of Tersa.
  • "We are honored to have Glen Clark join the Tersa Earth Board of Directors,” said Vikram Yadav, CEO of Tersa Earth.

GCT SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDES SALE OF NEW YORK TERMINALS TO CMA CGM

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

Vancouver, BC, Canada, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following the initial announcement of agreement to sell U.S.-based terminal assets on December 6, 2022, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc, (“GCT”)  is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its sale of its  GCT USA  assets to CMA CGM, a global shipping and logistics leader.

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  • Vancouver, BC, Canada, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following the initial announcement of agreement to sell U.S.-based terminal assets on December 6, 2022, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc, (“GCT”)  is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its sale of its  GCT USA  assets to CMA CGM, a global shipping and logistics leader.
  • “We are pleased with obtaining all required government approvals and consent from the Port Authority of New York New Jersey, allowing us to conclude this sale process,” said Brenda Eprile, Chair of GCT’s Board of Directors.
  • As the integration process unfolds, both GCT and CMA CGM are dedicated to ensuring a seamless transition for customers, partners, and employees.
  • GCT, through its subsidiary GCT Canada Limited Partnership, continues to fully own and operate two leading container terminals in the Port of Vancouver, GCT Vanterm and GCT Deltaport providing over 3.5 million TEU’s of capacity through Canada’s Pacific Gateway.

GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. enters into agreement to sell U.S. business to CMA CGM Group

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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Key Points: 
  • New York, NY, Dec. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. (GCT) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its U.S.-based terminal assets to CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions.
  • GCT currently operates two U.S. terminals: GCT New York on Staten Island, NY and GCT Bayonne in Bayonne, NJ, in the Port of New York and New Jersey.
  • GCT will retain full ownership of GCT Canada and its terminals, GCT Deltaport and GCT Vanterm operating in the Port of Vancouver.
  • On the West Coast, GCT Canada operates two gateway terminals: GCT Vanterm and GCT Deltaport in Vancouver and Delta, BC.

GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. enters into agreement to sell U.S. business to CMA CGM Group

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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Key Points: 
  • New York, NY, Dec. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. (GCT) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its U.S.-based terminal assets to CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions.
  • GCT currently operates two U.S. terminals: GCT New York on Staten Island, NY and GCT Bayonne in Bayonne, NJ, in the Port of New York and New Jersey.
  • GCT will retain full ownership of GCT Canada and its terminals, GCT Deltaport and GCT Vanterm operating in the Port of Vancouver.
  • On the West Coast, GCT Canada operates two gateway terminals: GCT Vanterm and GCT Deltaport in Vancouver and Delta, BC.

Statement from Better Deltaport: The Port of Vancouver, a federal government agency, is spending tens of thousands per week on advertising aimed at… the federal government, while Canadians struggle with rising cost of living.

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

British Columbia, Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following is a statement from Better Deltaport:

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  • British Columbia, Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following is a statement from Better Deltaport:
    For years, the Port of Vancouver, a federal government agency that reports to the Minister of Transport, has been undertakingadvertising targeted at the federal government.
  • Ads in The Hill Times, iPolitics, National Newswatch and othermediaoutlets.
  • Thankfully, the Minister of Transport is moving forward with the Ports Modernization Review , that includes changes to Port governance, which are very clearly needed.
  • The Better Deltaport Project is a smart, phased and environmentally-conscious plan to provide needed port capacity at Roberts Bank in Delta through the addition of a fourth berth.

Global Container Terminals Celebrates 25 Years in Delta with Community Open House

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Delta, British Columbia, June 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Container Terminals is excited to announce that we will be hosting an open house at our GCT Deltaport terminal, Canadas largest container terminal, on Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

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  • Delta, British Columbia, June 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Container Terminals is excited to announce that we will be hosting an open house at our GCT Deltaport terminal, Canadas largest container terminal, on Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
  • Daniel Howell, Vice President, Operations, GCT Deltaport
    The GCT Deltaport 25th Anniversary Community Open House will take place on Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 10:00 am 2:00 am at the GCT Deltaport Terminal.
  • Headquartered in Vancouver, BC, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. operates four Green Marine certified terminals in two principal North American ports.
  • On the West Coast, GCT Canada operates two gateway terminals: GCT Vanterm and GCT Deltaport in Vancouver and Delta, BC.

Waterfront Employers Help Lift Affordable Housing Campaign Over Top

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

The group of waterfront companies largely operating south of the Fraser River, informally called South of the Fraser Maritime Employers, will donate $36,000 toward the new affordable housing project, capping an impressive fundraising effort steered by women leaders in the community.

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  • The group of waterfront companies largely operating south of the Fraser River, informally called South of the Fraser Maritime Employers, will donate $36,000 toward the new affordable housing project, capping an impressive fundraising effort steered by women leaders in the community.
  • The group is comprised of Ceres Terminals Canada, DP World Fraser Surrey, Global Container Terminals Canada, Western Group, and BC Maritime Employers Association.
  • The fundraising campaign, called Women of Options, raised more than $1.5 million through the efforts of 50 women in the community.
  • The new housing complex will cater to women fleeing violence, refugees, seniors, at-risk youth and others facing barriers in finding decent, affordable homes.

GCT Deltaport Celebrates Completion of Final Tracks at Deltaport Intermodal Rail Yard

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Thursday, December 17, 2020

Vancouver, BC, Dec. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCT Canada is pleased to announce the completion of the final two tracks of the GCT Deltaport Intermodal Rail Yard Expansion Project, which sets GCT Deltaport apart as the most efficient and capable ship-to-rail discharge facility in the world.

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  • Vancouver, BC, Dec. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCT Canada is pleased to announce the completion of the final two tracks of the GCT Deltaport Intermodal Rail Yard Expansion Project, which sets GCT Deltaport apart as the most efficient and capable ship-to-rail discharge facility in the world.
  • The GCT Deltaport Intermodal Rail Yard Expansion Project is the second, $300 million privately-funded stage of the multi-phased expansion Deltaport Terminal Road and Rail Improvement Project (DTRRIP), a collaboration with the Port Authority and the Province of British Columbia.
  • Further, the GCT Deltaport Intermodal Rail Yard Expansion Project:
    Increases rail capacity enabling sustainable intermodal cargo growth;
    Improves operational performance and provide surge and recovery capacity;
    Decreases noise and greenhouse gas emissions with the introduction of modernized electric CRMGs; and
    Reduces light pollution as a result of the new energy-efficient LED lights.
  • As the premier ship-to-rail terminal on the continent, rail handling capacity at GCT Deltaport has increased by more than 50% due to the project.

GCT Investment Advances Capability at Vanterm Terminal with Two Modern Ship-to-Shore Cranes in the Burrard Inlet

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Friday, November 27, 2020

Vancouver, B.C., Nov. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On November 27, 2020, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. accepted the delivery of two modern 14,000 TEU capable ship-to-shore cranes at GCT Vanterm in Burrard Inlet in the Vancouver Harbour.

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  • Vancouver, B.C., Nov. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On November 27, 2020, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. accepted the delivery of two modern 14,000 TEU capable ship-to-shore cranes at GCT Vanterm in Burrard Inlet in the Vancouver Harbour.
  • After travelling roughly 9,200 km or 5,000 nautical miles from Shanghai, the two cranes passed safely under the Lions Gate Bridge earlier this week and arrived at GCT Vanterm.
  • This advancement is part of GCTs previously announced $160-million-dollar private sector investment to modernize and densify operations at GCT Vanterm.
  • On the West Coast, GCT Canada operates two gateway terminals: GCT Vanterm and GCT Deltaport in Vancouver and Delta, BC.

Putting Words into Action | GCT puts forward $200,000 to support Indigenous led initiatives assessing cumulative effects in South Salish Sea

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Tuesday, February 4, 2020

The conference highlighted many potential opportunities and critical issues, including the need for an Indigenous led effort on cumulative effects as discussed by the panel, Sustainable Vision, Cumulative Effects and Long-term Trade in the Salish Sea, and outlined in the recently released conference report .

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  • The conference highlighted many potential opportunities and critical issues, including the need for an Indigenous led effort on cumulative effects as discussed by the panel, Sustainable Vision, Cumulative Effects and Long-term Trade in the Salish Sea, and outlined in the recently released conference report .
  • In response to the calls to action voiced by many Indigenous leaders at this historic conference, GCT is proud to establish a $200,000 fund to support Indigenous led initiatives aimed at collaboration and increasing participation in the cumulative effects assessment.
  • About GCT Global Container Terminals Inc.
    Headquartered in Vancouver, BC, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. operates four Green Marine certified terminals in two principal North American ports.
  • On the West Coast, GCT Canada operates two gateway terminals: GCT Vanterm and GCT Deltaport in Vancouver and Delta, BC.