The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) is proud to formally welcome the Halifax Port Authority as its newest member organization.
The port is a significant addition to the Chamber’s membership, as many of the world’s largest shipping lines call on the Port of Halifax, which connects to more than 150 countries. Key trade links from Halifax connect to the heart of the North American continent in Central Canada and the U.S. Midwest, and include four trade lanes fanning across the world to Asia, Europe, the Mediterranean and the Americas.
“At a time when building strength in Canada’s economy has never been more important, vital transportation organizations like the Halifax Port Authority are banding together under the CMC banner to advance best practice, business intelligence, and advocacy that will maintain marine shipping’s place as the most efficient and sustainable means of moving what matters,” said Jason Card, Director of Communications for the Chamber of Marine Commerce. “We look forward to the unique insights and perspectives that the Halifax Port Authority and its partners will bring to our membership, and to supporting the port in delivering economic benefits to its local community, its region, and the country.”
The deepwater berths at the Port of Halifax can welcome the largest container vessels on the Eastern seaboard. As a full-service port, facilities include two container terminals, non-containerized cargo terminals, and the Halifax Seaport which is home to cruise operations, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, shops, restaurants and other services.
“We’re looking forward to working with our new partners at CMC to promote and further develop shipping and trade through Canadian ports,” said Lori MacLean, Director of Communications and Marketing for Halifax Port Authority. “Ports in Canada are critical to secure supply chains and trade diversification for business. As a vital Canadian gateway, the Port of Halifax is positioned to contribute to supply chain resilience, with opportunities for customers seeking reliable and rapid connections with the rest of the world.”
Key Facts
Offering a natural, deep harbour and big ship infrastructure, Port of Halifax meets the needs of shipping, cargo, and cruise operations, while building for the future with a focus on three key pillars: community, economics, and environment.
The 2024 Annual Report for the Port of Halifax provides an overview of recent activities, including financial results, port performance figures, and updates on operations, sustainability, community partnerships and our team. To learn more, visit www.porthalifax.ca
The marine shipping industry on the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, and the East Coast and Arctic regions, plays a vital role in maintaining and growing economic prosperity by enabling efficient trade within North America and around the world.
As the safest, most efficient and environmentally sustainable method of carrying cargo, it is clear that increased inland and coastal marine shipping alleviates highway traffic, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and supports jobs and stronger supply chains.
In July of 2023, an independent study by Martin Associates was released, confirming the tremendous importance of marine shipping on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway and coastal and arctic regions to the North American economy. The study revealed that the industry:
The study was released with the endorsement of the U.S. Secretary of Transportation and the Minister of Transport Canada, and was developed at the mutual request of The Chamber of Marine Commerce, The Lake Carriers’ Association, The American Great Lakes Ports Association, The Shipping Federation of Canada, and the U.S. and Canadian management organizations that oversee Seaway operations.
About the Chamber of Marine Commerce
The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) is a marine shipping industry association comprised of U.S. and Canadian members including major shippers of key commodities, ports, terminals, and marine service providers, as well as Canadian ship owners. The Chamber advocates for safe, sustainable, harmonized and competitive policy and regulation that recognizes the marine transportation system’s significant advantages and contributions in the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence, Coastal and Arctic regions. For more information, visit www.marinedelivers.com.
Media Contacts:
Jason Card
Chamber of Marine Commerce
(613) 447 5401
Lori MacLean
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 209-7170
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The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) is a bi-national association that represents diverse marine industry stakeholders including major Canadian and American shippers, ports, terminals and marine service providers, as well as Canadian domestic and international ship owners. The Chamber advocates for safe, sustainable, harmonized and competitive policy and regulation that recognizes the marine transportation system's significant advantages in the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence, Coastal and Arctic regions.
Media Contact:
Jason Card
Chamber of Marine Commerce
jcard@cmc-ccm.com
(613) 447 5401