Media Release

May 22, 2015 Chamber urges celebration, policy reform on National Maritime Day

The Chamber of Marine Commerce today joins governments, policymakers, industry and the general public in celebrating the nation’s merchant marine industry, but also urges reforms to ensure greater industrial competitiveness, jobs and prosperity.

U.S. commercial shipping is a critical economic driver with a recent study from Martin Associates estimating that port-related activity contributed $4.6 trillion to the American economy and supported 23 million jobs in 2014.

January 29, 2015 New Marine Hall of Excellence honors industry leaders

The bi-national Chamber of Marine Commerce is pleased to announce the new Marine Hall of Excellence to honor those who have made significant contributions to advance marine trade and commerce in Canada and/or the U.S.

Both countries owe a large amount of their success as trading nations to the vital role of marine commerce, from their emergence as prosperous economies and democracies to the present day.

January 14, 2015 $7 Billion Makeover for Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Shipping

January 14, 2015, OTTAWA – A new study reveals that more than $7 billion is being spent on asset renewal and infrastructure improvements in the bi-national Great Lakes-St. Lawrence shipping system.

The investment survey, compiled by maritime trade consultants Martin Associates, tallies CDN $7.1 billion in capital spending on ships, ports and terminals and waterway infrastructure in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence waterway.

January 14, 2015 $7 Billion Makeover for Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Shipping

January 14, 2015, OTTAWA – A new study reveals that more than $7 billion is being spent on asset renewal and infrastructure improvements in the bi-national Great Lakes-St. Lawrence shipping system.

The investment survey, compiled by maritime trade consultants Martin Associates, tallies CDN $7.1 billion in capital spending on ships, ports and terminals and waterway infrastructure in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence waterway.

December 9, 2014 “Remarkable” year of grain and steel boosts Seaway season

NEWS RELEASE

With just one month left of the season, St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipments are expected to finish ahead of 2013 after a remarkable year of grain exports and steel imports.

According to the St. Lawrence Seaway, total cargo shipments reached 34.6 million metric tons for the period from March 25 to November 30 — up 5 percent over the same period last year. Seaway management expect the season will close ahead of last year by a similar margin.

December 9, 2014 “Remarkable” year of grain and steel boosts Seaway season

NEWS RELEASE

With just one month left of the season, St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipments are expected to finish ahead of 2013 after a remarkable year of grain exports and steel imports.

According to the St. Lawrence Seaway, total cargo shipments reached 34.6 million metric tons for the period from March 25 to November 30 — up 5 percent over the same period last year. Seaway management expect the season will close ahead of last year by a similar margin.

November 17, 2014 RADM Michael N. Parks, USCG (Ret.) joins Chamber of Marine Commerce

NEWS RELEASE

The Chamber of Marine Commerce is pleased to announce that RADM Michael N. Parks, USCG (Ret.), has joined the Chamber as Special Advisor.

In his new role, RADM Parks will be working with the Chamber to promote the distinct economic, environmental and safety advantages of the bi-national Great Lakes – St. Lawrence shipping industry, in addition to increasing awareness and advising on the industry’s maritime-related policy and issues.

November 6, 2014 North Americans relying on Seaway for vital cargo ahead of winter

NEWS RELEASE

OTTAWA – Shipments through the St. Lawrence Seaway remained strong in October as North American manufacturers and cities stockpiled vital materials in advance of the coming winter and farmers relied on the waterway to export the new harvest.

November 6, 2014 Seaway crucial for vital cargo ahead of winter

NEWS RELEASE

Shipments through the St. Lawrence Seaway remained strong in October as North American manufacturers and cities stockpiled vital materials in advance of the coming winter and farmers relied on the waterway to export the new harvest.

According to the St. Lawrence Seaway, total cargo tonnage from March 25 to October 31 reached 29.6 million metric tons, up 4.5 per cent over the same period last year. Robust grain and steel shipments have more than offset a drop in iron ore shipments through the Seaway.

October 2, 2014 Export/import activity drives St. Lawrence Seaway cargo up 5% over 2013

OTTAWA – Total cargo shipments on the St. Lawrence Seaway have now surpassed 2013 levels by 5 per cent due to strong North American import/export activity.

According to the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, total cargo tonnage from March 25 to September 30 reached 24.4 million metric tons.

Grain exports continue to be strong with total shipments (including Canada and the U.S.) reaching 6.8 million metric tons, up 70 per cent over the same period last year.