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Oct 26, 2006Download (PDF 72KB)
Bell Mobility Offer
Bell Mobility has created a special offer available to all BCMEA Members and employees. Please see the attached flyer for details. Offer expires March 31, 2007
Feb 25, 2005Download (PDF 21KB)
Is Vancouver's port backlog just a taste of things to come?: Fears things could get worse during spring, summer
The Port of Vancouver is struggling to cope with surging volumes of freight, generated by a booming Chinese economy. Marine industry players are concerned that the troubles may worsen when trade volumes increase during the busy time of the year, spring and summer.
Feb 02, 2005Download (PDF 23KB)
Terminal warns ports will 'grind to a halt': Proposal to install radioactivity detectors draws flak
A proposed plan by the federal government to install radioactivity detectors at ports is drawing criticism from some port operators.
Jan 24, 2005Download (PDF 23KB)
Troubled brows over bridges: Officials worry rail service to Vancouver's port is vulnerable to a host of problems
A new study sponsored by a coalition of government and industry groups reports that major investment is needed to improve the Lower Mainland’s railway network if the Port of Vancouver is expected to keep up with forecasted growth.
Jan 20, 2005Download (PDF 145KB)
8,000-TEU vessel arrives in Vancouver
In December 2004, an 8,000-TEU containership arrived at Vanterm, the largest to visit the Port of Vancouver yet. The largest container vessels previously visiting the port were in the 4,000 TEU-range.
Jan 20, 2005Download (PDF 82KB)
Canada needs national strategy to optimize trade with China
Captain Gordon Houston, of the Vancouver Port Authority, urges Ottawa to develop a national strategy to optimize trade relationships with China.
Dec 20, 2004Download (PDF 22KB)
Clogged ports hampering growth, economist warns: Manufacturers pinched
Export Development Canada’s chief economist reports that the congestion around the Port of Vancouver is having an affect on the Canadian economy.
Dec 20, 2004Download (PDF 19KB)
Report proposes inland port here: Kamloops could take up slack for Vancouver, Prince Rupert
A recent study published by the BC Progress Board recommends Kamloops as a possible location for an inland container port. The proposed facility would help ease pressures at existing port facilities.
Dec 07, 2004Download (PDF 19KB)
Shipping delays, demand from China push cost of dry bulk commodities to record levels: Spike in shipping is having little impact on western coal producers
Shipping delays at world ports and surging demand from China are driving up shipping costs for many dry bulk commodities, including coal and iron ore. The Baltic Dry Index surged 21% in November.
Dec 07, 2004Download (PDF 22KB)
Vancouver’s China syndrome: This year’s 56% rise in volume has only worsened cargo, rail and road congestion at Canada’s chief West Coast port
The Vancouver Port Authority reports an increase of 56% in cargo volumes, mostly due to a booming Chinese economy. This major increase has left the port struggling with congestion and delays.
Dec 02, 2004Download (PDF 25KB)
‘If we build it, they will come’: Houston sees ‘an opportunity to serve an entire continent’
Capt. Gordon Houston, president and CEO of the Vancouver Port Authority, believes that Vancouver has the opportunity to become the transportation hub for North America. Houston said that this goal would only be attained if there was a concerted effort from all elements of the economy.
Dec 02, 2004Download (PDF 26KB)
Future delays at Port of Vancouver could send Asian exporters elsewhere: Improvements needed to road, rail and port facilities to cope with booming China trade
Capt. Gordon Houston warns that that congestion at the Port of Vancouver is scaring potential business to the US. Booming business at the port is causing delays.
Nov 03, 2004Download (PDF 16KB)
CN Rail opens offices in China
Canadian National Railway is opening offices in Shanghai and Beijing to take advantage of increased trade between Asia and North America. China and Canada’s trade has been growing rapidly with the Chinese using Canadian metals, grain and wood products.
Oct 20, 2004Download (PDF 17KB)
Transportation authority wins federal funding to study freight shipments
October 20, 2004 – Industry minister David Emerson announces that the federal government is investing $150,000 in a BC project. The Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority has been awarded the funding to study freight shipments.
Oct 14, 2004Download (PDF 34KB)
Keller resigns as Los Angeles port chief
September 17 2004 – Port Angeles Executive Director Larry Keller resigned under pressure from city officials. Port Chief Operating Officer Bruce Seaton has been named acting executive director.
Sep 21, 2004Download (PDF 36KB)
Fraser Surrey Docks conducts breakbulk study
Fraser Surrey Docks has commissioned a study to examine the breakbulk cargo operations at Fraser River Port in order to ensure the facility remains globally competitive and offers the best possible service to its clients. Tony Roper has been appointed to lead the study.
Aug 12, 2004Download (PDF 68KB)
Prince Rupert chosen as site for LNG terminal
WestPac Terminals has decided that the Port of Prince Rupert will be the site of its new liquefied natural gas importation terminal. The project is tentatively scheduled to be completed in 2009.
Jul 30, 2004Download (PDF 71KB)
OECD, European transport ministers urge tighter security to beat container terrorism risk
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and the European Conference of Ministers of Transport have released a report that recommends that governments and transport authorities act to increase freight container security.
Jul 30, 2004Download (PDF 42KB)
Seaspan to buy stake in China Shipping
Seaspan Container Lines is taking an equity stake in China Shipping Container Lines.
Jul 07, 2004Download (PDF 34KB)
CN’s Canada-based rail dispatchers ratify new collective agreement
June 29, 2004 – CN and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference/Rail Canada Traffic Controllers ratified a new collective agreement. The agreement was made retroactive to January 1, 2004.
Jun 10, 2004Download (PDF 54KB)
B.C. Chamber of Shipping recommends CrimsonLogic portal for customs clearance
The Chamber of Shipping of B.C. has recently recommended CrimsonLogic’s internet portal for trade logistics management to their members to help them meet the new Advance Commercial Information requirements.
May 19, 2004Download (PDF 45KB)
Conference to address West Coast marine opportunities
The Mari-Tech 2004 conference is to be held June 9 – 11 in Victoria, BC. This year’s conference, themed Pacific Northwest Marine Opportunities – Buyers & Suppliers, will review opportunities for the BC marine industry like the development of offshore oil and gas and the replacement of the province’s aging ferry fleet.
May 19, 2004Download (PDF 179KB)
Report recognizes industry deserves answer on Coast Guard: Chamber of Maritime Commerce
The Chamber of Maritime Commerce welcomes Ottawa’s promise to respond to a 2001 private sector proposal for improving the Canadian Coast Guard.
May 14, 2004Download (PDF 52KB)
Maritime anti-terror progress adrift as July 1 deadline looms
According to leading industry figures, only 20% of the world’s merchant fleet is compliant with the new ISPS code regulations.
May 07, 2004Download (PDF 23KB)
New legislation would toughen ocean pollution penalties
May 5, 2004 – Environment minister David Anderson tabled a piece of legislation that increases ocean pollution penalties. Polluters can face fines of up to $1 million and directors of shipping companies can be liable to prosecution for ships that pollute.
Apr 29, 2004Download (PDF 41KB)
New maritime-security cash little help, says industry
BCMEA Chair Tim Chapman comments that Ottawa’s new security plan does not provide federal funds for maritime operators to meet the new security regulations.
Apr 16, 2004Download (PDF 23KB)
Tiny stowaways polluting local waters
Canadian scientists have discovered that ships’ ballast tanks may be responsible for bringing foreign sea life, like Japanese varnish clams and the European green crab, into local waters.
Apr 08, 2004Download (PDF 216KB)
P&O Ports to spend $130 million to double terminal capacity
P&O Ports plans to invest $130 million over the next 18 months to double the capacity of its Vancouver container terminal. This expansion is expected to relieve the pressure of growing cargo volumes and create more than 100 new jobs.
Apr 08, 2004Download (PDF 19KB)
Port gets branded
March 2004 – The Cruise BC brand is unveiled at an international cruise industry trade show. Supported by both the federal and provincial governments, the program is aimed at making BC an international cruise destination.
Apr 02, 2004Download (PDF 34KB)
Port security to be a priority: $605 million in new spending is intended for increased defences against terrorism
Improving security at marine ports is to be one of the priorities for the $605 million allotted in the federal budget for defences against terrorism. It is expected the funds assigned for port improvements will be dispersed in upcoming announcements.
Mar 31, 2004Download (PDF 19KB)
Fast Track opens Vancouver office
Fast Track Logistics, a major exporter of agri-products, has opened a new office in Vancouver.
Mar 16, 2004Download (PDF 29KB)
CN and CAW reach new tentative collective agreements
March 15, 2004 - CN announces that it has reached new tentative agreements with the Canadian Autoworkers Union.
Mar 15, 2004Download (PDF 28KB)
EU ports, ariports set new security measures
The European Union unveiled proposals for tougher security measures in its ports amid warnings of growing terrorist threats to the maritime industry.
Mar 15, 2004Download (PDF 77KB)
IMO adopts ballast water convention
February 2004 - The International Maritime Organization adopted a new international ballast water convention which, when implemented, will help prevent the spread of harmful aquatic organisms.
Jan 22, 2004Download (PDF 38KB)
Nanaimo looking to handle containerized forest products
The Nanaimo Port Authority is in talks with a US company to handle their boxed cargoes of forest products. An agreement would allow the port to utilize a container crane that it acquired from the Port of Vancouver two years ago.
Dec 10, 2003Download (PDF 187KB)
Infoline Report on BC's Cruise Ship Industry
BC Stats has published a report on BC's cruise ship industry. Highlights include a report on the growth and recent decline of the industry in BC and dealing with future challenges.
Dec 02, 2003Download (PDF 31KB)
Transport Canada reaches deal on security standards for ships entering US
Starting Summer 2004, US officials will accept Transport Canada's security certficates and grant registered Canadian ships the right to enter American waters. The deal allows the US to certify that Canadian registered ships meet new American security requirements.
Dec 01, 2003Download (PDF 90KB)
Port Authority Snubbed
Vancouver Port Authority president Gordon Houston commented on the need for municipal support at a recent Vancouver Board of Trade luncheon. Vancouver port business alone contributes $3.4 billion into the BC economy and supports 62,000 jobs and yet local councils have not expressed their support. In addition, BC ports need to work together to develop an integrated ports strategy for the province is necessary to allow all ports to take advantage of the expected growth in business in the next 10 - 15 years.
Nov 04, 2003Download (PDF 456KB)
Secuirty a priority for Port of Vancouver
The Port of Vancouver is developing a five year security program to comply with new Transport Canada regulations. Specifics to the Vancouver plan are: port access control programs for both personnel and vehicles and development of web-based system for dangerous goods.
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