Port of Vancouver

DP World Selects TYCROP and Loop Energy for Solution to Decarbonize RTG Cranes at Port of Vancouver

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Hydrogen, Carbon, DP World, Partnership, Life, Hydrogen Electric Racing Federation, Port, Port of Vancouver, RTG, Loop, Climate change, DP, Engineering, Climate change mitigation, RTGS, Hotbed, TSX, Weather, HEG, Environment, Foreign policy, Transport, CO2, Lithium, Jet fuel, Renewable energy

With 1,500 RTGs operating globally, DP World is one of the world's largest port operators with over 80 terminals across 40 countries.

Key Points: 
  • With 1,500 RTGs operating globally, DP World is one of the world's largest port operators with over 80 terminals across 40 countries.
  • This vital pilot project aligns with DP World's global commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2040," said Joel Werner, DP World General Manager - Vancouver.
  • The pilot project will see DP World's first RTG powered by hydrogen fuel cell systems put into operation at the Port of Vancouver.
  • The HEG, combined with a lithium battery and our energy regeneration technology, provides DP World with class-leading energy efficiency.

Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture meet to support a competitive and sustainable agriculture and agri-food sector

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Friday, July 21, 2023
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In view of this, Ministers committed to continuous improvement of BRM programs to support farmers and ranchers.

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  • In view of this, Ministers committed to continuous improvement of BRM programs to support farmers and ranchers.
  • In order to ensure timeliness, simplicity and predictability of AgriStability, Ministers agreed to the implementation of an optional new model.
  • Ministers support the importance of traceability measures and stated the necessity of ensuring that measures are designed to reflect operational realities.
  • Sustainable CAP is a five-year, $3.5-billion investment by Canada's federal, provincial and territorial governments that supports Canada's agri-food and agri-products sectors.

Statement by Minister Alghabra on the departure of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority's CEO

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Friday, June 2, 2023
Port of Vancouver, COVID-19, Port, VFPA

OTTAWA, ON, June 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, issued this statement on the departure of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority's (VFPA) Chief Executive Officer:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, June 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, issued this statement on the departure of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority's (VFPA) Chief Executive Officer:
    "The Port of Vancouver is Canada's most important trade gateway.
  • I would like to thank Mr. Robin Silvester for 14 years of dedication, service and hard work.
  • He was instrumental in the expansion of the port and keeping our supply chain going.
  • "His leadership was critical in keeping the gateway operational through challenges like COVID-19 and critical climate impact events.

Government of Canada announces protection measures for Southern Resident killer whales

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Marine Mammal Regulations, Whale, Risk, Tourism, Education, Transport Canada, Noise, Pacific Ocean, Canadian Coast Guard, Salish Sea, Survival, Parks Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, ECHO, Fisheries Act, DFO, Climate change, Research, Strait, Port of Vancouver, Government, Ship, Pacheedaht First Nation, Boundary Pass, Salmon, Mouth, Species at Risk Act, Animal, Government of Canada, Environment, Federation, Fraser, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Whaling, Ucluelet, Indigenous peoples, Fishery, Observation, Haro Strait

An agreement with local whale watching and ecotourism industry partners to abstain from offering or promoting tours viewing Southern Resident killer whales.

Key Points: 
  • An agreement with local whale watching and ecotourism industry partners to abstain from offering or promoting tours viewing Southern Resident killer whales.
  • The effective protection and recovery of the Southern Resident killer whale requires long-term, collective commitment from the Government of Canada and other partners.
  • That's why, for the fifth straight year, we are putting in place protective measures to help protect Southern Resident killer whales.
  • Canada's Oceans Protection Plan , Whales Initiative , and an additional federal investment of $61.5 million are supporting the survival and recovery of Southern Resident killer whales, North Atlantic right whales, and St. Lawrence Estuary belugas by implementing protection measures, increasing research, and monitoring activities and taking action to address key threats.

Minister of Transport announces projects to further reduce the impacts of climate change on the rail sector

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
Climate, Safety, Port, Research, Transport Canada, Government, Rail Safety Act 2006, Local government in Canada, Instability, Weather, Climate change, Environment, Supply, Fire, Flood, Comment, Port of Vancouver, UN COVID-19 Supply Chain Task Force, Congestion, Movement, Rail transport, Renewable energy, Tourism

Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, announced up to $5.4 million for 20 projects across Canada under the Rail Climate Change Adaptation Program , an initiative of the Rail Safety Improvement Program.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, announced up to $5.4 million for 20 projects across Canada under the Rail Climate Change Adaptation Program , an initiative of the Rail Safety Improvement Program.
  • The Rail Climate Change Adaptation Program supports research, development, and implementation of innovative technologies, tools, and approaches to better identify and reduce the increasing risks and impacts of climate change on Canada's rail sector.
  • This funding will help address the impacts of climate change on our rail sector while creating good jobs for middle-class Canadians.
  • The Rail Climate Change Adaptation Program aims to enhance the resilience of Canada's critical rail infrastructure and supply chains against climate change impacts.

Strong 2020 cargo volumes show resiliency of the Port of Vancouver and port industries during a challenging year

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Monday, March 1, 2021
Economy of Vancouver, Greater Vancouver, Provinces and territories of Canada, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Port of Vancouver, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Vancouver, Port

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority today released the 2020 year-end statistics for goods moving through the Port of Vancouver.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority today released the 2020 year-end statistics for goods moving through the Port of Vancouver.
  • Increases in wheat, up 25%, canola, up 45%, and specialty crops, up 12%, contributed to the record.
  • In response to growing international trade demand, the port authority is continuing to advance the critical infrastructure required to accommodate this growth through the port.
  • Some cargo sector volumes declined as a result of challenges including impacts of the pandemic, railroad blockades, weather conditions, and terminal upgrades.

Call for Submissions for the 2020 Jack Webster Awards Now Open

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Thursday, September 17, 2020
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VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 17, 2020 /CNW/ - The Jack Webster Foundation is now accepting submissions for the 2020 Webster Awards.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 17, 2020 /CNW/ - The Jack Webster Foundation is now accepting submissions for the 2020 Webster Awards.
  • Submissions will be accepted online here until midnight on October 18, 2020, PDT.
  • For all Webster Awards, only submissions published or aired between June 1, 2019 and May 31, 2020 are eligible, and they may be submitted by a journalist or team of journalists at http://www.jackwebster.com/awards/info.php .
  • This year's Jack Webster Awards are made possible by BCGEU, BCIT, FortisBC, Global Container Terminals Inc., Google, LNG Canada, Port of Vancouver, and UDI.

Steady mid-year cargo volumes amid global pandemic reflect the Port of Vancouver’s vital role in Canada’s supply chain

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
Economy of Vancouver, Port of Vancouver, Port, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority

Despite these challenges, mid-year cargo volumes through the Port of Vancouver remained stable and Canadas trade has continued to flow, connecting Canadians and Canadian businesses to essential goods and international markets.

Key Points: 
  • Despite these challenges, mid-year cargo volumes through the Port of Vancouver remained stable and Canadas trade has continued to flow, connecting Canadians and Canadian businesses to essential goods and international markets.
  • This resiliency is a testament to the importance of diverse trading partners, foreign markets, and a range of cargo moving through the port.
  • Cruise season at the Port of Vancouver has been postponed until October 31, 2020, following direction from Transport Canada.
  • A key part of our role as a Canada Port Authority is to advance the critical infrastructure required to accommodate this growth through the port.

Second highest annual cargo recorded in 2019 for Port of Vancouver

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Thursday, February 27, 2020
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority today released the 2019 year-end statistics for cargo and passengers moving through the Port of Vancouver.

Key Points: 
  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority today released the 2019 year-end statistics for cargo and passengers moving through the Port of Vancouver.
  • Overall, cargo through the port was 144 million metric tonnes for the year, down 2% from the 2018 record of 147 million metric tonnes but the second highest in port history.
  • Despite these challenges, and during one of the most uncertain years for global trade, we still saw the second highest volume of cargo through the Port of Vancouver to date.
  • This speaks strongly to the diverse number of trading partners and range of cargo handled by terminals at the Port of Vancouver, which ensures the entire port remains resilient, regardless of variations in any one sector or commodity.

Statement by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour

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Monday, May 27, 2019
Dispute resolution, Coal in Canada, Foreign trade of the United States, Roberts Bank Superport, Mediation, Bargaining, Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Conciliation, Negotiation, Port of Vancouver, Peace, Economy

All ports remain open while targeted job action begins at GCT Deltaport and GCT Vanterm, two container terminals at the Port of Vancouver.

Key Points: 
  • All ports remain open while targeted job action begins at GCT Deltaport and GCT Vanterm, two container terminals at the Port of Vancouver.
  • While I am disappointed that a deal was not reached by the deadline, I encourage both parties to continue bargaining and remain hopeful they will reach an agreement.
  • I have reached out directly to both parties once again to encourage them to continue negotiating and to reach a deal as soon as possible.
  • The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service team is assisting the parties, and we will continue to provide support during their bargaining to help the parties reach an agreement."