Transport Canada

Air Transat Flight Dispatchers vote 100% in Strike Vote

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024
Transport Canada, Collective agreement, Flight plan, Federal, Conciliation, Air Transat, Control, Flight dispatcher, Airline

MONTRÉAL, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Airline Dispatchers at Air Transat represented by the Canadian Airline Dispatchers Association (CALDA) have given their association a resounding 100% strike mandate in their negotiations with Air Transat.

Key Points: 
  • MONTRÉAL, April 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Airline Dispatchers at Air Transat represented by the Canadian Airline Dispatchers Association (CALDA) have given their association a resounding 100% strike mandate in their negotiations with Air Transat.
  • The 28 Montreal based Air Transat Flight Dispatchers are very disappointed at the progress of talks.
  • Air Transat Flight Dispatchers Collective Agreement ended on October 31st, 2022.
  • No Air Transat aircraft can depart without the approval of the Flight Plan by the Flight Dispatcher.

Competition Bureau releases report identifying substantial competition concerns with Bunge's proposed acquisition of Viterra

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024
Competition, Sale, CTA, Agriculture, Transport Canada, Competition Bureau, QC, Bunge Limited, Acquisition, Bureau, Commissioner, Cabinet

GATINEAU, QC, April 23, 2024 /CNW/ - The Competition Bureau has concluded that the proposed acquisition of Viterra Limited (Viterra) by Bunge Limited (Bunge) is likely to result in substantial anti-competitive effects and a significant loss of rivalry between Viterra and Bunge in agricultural markets in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, April 23, 2024 /CNW/ - The Competition Bureau has concluded that the proposed acquisition of Viterra Limited (Viterra) by Bunge Limited (Bunge) is likely to result in substantial anti-competitive effects and a significant loss of rivalry between Viterra and Bunge in agricultural markets in Canada.
  • The report will inform Transport Canada's public interest review of the proposed transaction as it relates to national transportation.
  • The Bureau also found that Bunge could materially influence the economic behaviour of G3 Global Holdings (G3), a major competitor to Viterra.
  • On August 15, 2023, Viterra and Bunge notified the Minister of Transport that Bunge proposes to acquire Viterra.

Paddle Pals Launches Direct-to-Consumer Channel Ahead of Summer Swim Season

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024
Education, United States Coast Guard, Aldi, Walmart, Transport Canada, Safety, Partnership, Parent, PFD, Club, Sam's Club, TYPE

CARSON, Calif., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Paddle Pals, the leading creator of U.S. Coast Guard-certified personal flotation devices (PFD) for children, is expanding its footprint and product availability with a new e-commerce website ahead of the summer season. In addition to long-standing retail partnerships with Target (via a Speedo partnership), Walmart, Amazon, Sam's Club, Aldi and more, parents can now digitally access popular and exclusive Paddle Pals products.

Key Points: 
  • CARSON, Calif., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Paddle Pals, the leading creator of U.S. Coast Guard-certified personal flotation devices (PFD) for children, is expanding its footprint and product availability with a new e-commerce website ahead of the summer season.
  • In addition to long-standing retail partnerships with Target (via a Speedo partnership), Walmart, Amazon, Sam's Club, Aldi and more, parents can now digitally access popular and exclusive Paddle Pals products.
  • For young swimmers 33-55 pounds, Paddle Pals provides safety, comfort, style and most of all, peace of mind for parents.
  • Paddle Pals Splash: a level 70 (TYPE V/III) PFD for children participating in general boating or beach activities.

Government of Canada increases marine shipping penalties to a maximum of $250,000 per violation

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星期一, 四月 15, 2024
Indigenous peoples, Transport Canada, Investment, Nature, Safety, Health, Lung compliance, Act, Environment, Legislation, Government, CSA

Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced that the value of monetary penalties for violations under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 has been increased from a maximum of $25,000 to a new maximum of $250,000.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced that the value of monetary penalties for violations under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 has been increased from a maximum of $25,000 to a new maximum of $250,000.
  • The revised penalties are structured into three levels: minor, medium, and serious and reflect the seriousness of the violation.
  • The Canada Shipping Act, 2001, enables the use of administrative monetary penalties up to $250,000 to enforce the Act and its regulations.
  • This new maximum reflects the Government of Canada's ongoing efforts to strengthen Canada's marine safety system by deterring lawbreakers.

Draganfly Reports its 2023 Results

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星期三, 三月 27, 2024
PDT, International Telecommunication Union, War, Disaster, Unmanned aerial vehicle, Gross income, Internet of things, Risk, Education, EDGAR, Research, United Nations, EDT, Transport Canada, Bank statement, USASOC, Combat, Heavy lift, Army, Special forces, WMO, ITU, Marketing, Government, Artificial intelligence, UNCCD, United Nations Convention, Commander, Self storage

Saskatoon, SK., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, is pleased to announce its fourth quarter and fiscal 2023 financial results.

Key Points: 
  • Saskatoon, SK., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, is pleased to announce its fourth quarter and fiscal 2023 financial results.
  • The financial year 2023 was a transition year for Draganfly as 2023 marked new production capacity coming online along with the commercialization of its flagship Commander 3XL and Heavy Lift Drone platforms.
  • As a percentage of sales, gross margin increased from 10.4% in 2022 to 31.5% in 2023.
  • Draganfly announced record third-quarter results for 2023, recording revenue of $2,138,017, which marked a 14.0% increase from the same period the previous year.

ANOTHER IMPORTANT MILESTONE IN H55'S PATH TO PRODUCT CERTIFICATION

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星期二, 三月 26, 2024
Certification, EASA, EPS, Air travel, Federal Aviation Administration, Transport Canada, Safety, CCL, Airline

SION, Switzerland, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- H55, a pioneering leader in electric aviation, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its pursuit of certifying its electric motor technology. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has agreed to H55's Compliance Check list (CCL) for its electric motor and motor controller, demonstrating the safety and performance of the entire electric propulsion management system (EPS).

Key Points: 
  • Headquartered in Switzerland, H55 is at the forefront of electric aviation, specializing in electric propulsion, battery storage, and energy management solutions.
  • The newly established agreement with EASA marks another important achievement in H55's mission to revolutionize clean aviation.
  • It is a crucial step in securing formal certification of H55's complete electric propulsion system and an important recognition by the certification authorities on the reliability and capabilities of the company's propulsion solutions.
  • H55 takes pride in being one of the first European electric aviation companies to successfully navigate this critical phase in the certification process.

Minister of Transport announces funding to relieve congestion in supply chains and enhance infrastructure at the Port of Montréal

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星期一, 三月 25, 2024
Government, Congestion, Transport, Federation, News, Transport Canada, Investment, Atmosphere, Safety, Port, Rehabilitation, Renewable energy

Investing in more efficient and resilient supply chains will ensure that Canadian consumers have access to the affordable goods they need, when they need them.

Key Points: 
  • Investing in more efficient and resilient supply chains will ensure that Canadian consumers have access to the affordable goods they need, when they need them.
  • Today, the Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, announced an investment of up to $16.75 million for a project at the Port of Montréal under the National Trade Corridors Fund.
  • The rehabilitation of the railway bridge, including the fourth track, involves adding 500 metres into the railway network of the bridge.
  • "This investment at the Port of Montréal will strengthen supply chains and make life more affordable for Canadians.

Transport Canada announces a modernized agreement with the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation

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星期五, 三月 22, 2024
Government, Grain, St. Lawrence Seaway, Port, Economic development, Transport, Transport Canada, Atlantic Ocean, Coal, Canal

Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, and Terence Bowles, President and CEO of the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, announced that they signed an agreement for the Corporation—a not-for-profit organization—to continue managing, maintaining, and operating the Seaway, which it has done since 1998.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, and Terence Bowles, President and CEO of the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, announced that they signed an agreement for the Corporation—a not-for-profit organization—to continue managing, maintaining, and operating the Seaway, which it has done since 1998.
  • "I am thrilled to kick-off the 66th navigation season on the St. Lawrence Seaway with a renewed agreement with the Canadian Government.
  • The signing of this agreement follows the St. Lawrence Seaway Review, which was launched by Transport Canada in 2017, to ensure the Seaway continues to be strategically positioned as a critical transportation corridor for North America.
  • Transport Canada published a What We Heard Report summarizing the findings of the Seaway Review.

Onboard Systems Announces Blackcomb Helicopters as Canadian Launch Customer for Forthcoming Medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook System

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星期三, 二月 28, 2024
Aircraft, Bell, Transport Canada, McLean Group of Companies, HEC, Bell 412, CFR, Risk, Lifting, Certification, UH-1, Bell 429 GlobalRanger, HAI, Bell 212

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Onboard Systems International, LLC, a leading provider of innovative helicopter cargo hook equipment, announced that Blackcomb Helicopters LP of British Columbia, Canada, has committed to purchase four Medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook Systems at the 2024 HAI Heli-Expo in Anaheim, California.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Onboard Systems International, LLC, a leading provider of innovative helicopter cargo hook equipment, announced that Blackcomb Helicopters LP of British Columbia, Canada, has committed to purchase four Medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook Systems at the 2024 HAI Heli-Expo in Anaheim, California.
  • Onboard's Medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook System is in development and is expected to receive FAA and Transport Canada STC certification by the end of 2024.
  • "In addition to the recently developed Bell 429 HEC system, we've had numerous operators request a medium Bell dual cargo hook HEC system," said Mike Fox, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Onboard Systems.
  • Onboard's new medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook System will be certified to meet the requirements of 14 CFR 29.865 for Human External Cargo (HEC) for the Bell 204B, Bell 205A, Bell 212, Bell 412, and UH-1 models.

Onboard Systems Announces Canadian Launch Customers for its Airbus AS365/EC155 Cargo Hook Kit

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星期二, 二月 27, 2024
JCAB, Airbus, Transport Canada, AS365, HEC, Safety, Certification, Aircraft, HAI, Accountability

The new Airbus AS365/EC155 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit is expected to receive FAA and Transport Canada STC certification this summer and will also be submitted to the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) for certification.

Key Points: 
  • The new Airbus AS365/EC155 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit is expected to receive FAA and Transport Canada STC certification this summer and will also be submitted to the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) for certification.
  • "Onboard has had a number of operator requests over the past few years for a replacement cargo hook kit for the Airbus AS365/EC155," said Mike Fox, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Onboard Systems.
  • "Our pilots, ground crew, and maintenance team really likes working with Onboard's cargo hook systems," said Zvonko Dancevic, Accountable Executive at Qwest Helicopters.
  • Onboard's new replacement cargo hook kit for the Airbus AS365/EC155 (P/N 200-498-00) features Onboard's signature TALON® Keeperless Cargo Hook.