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October 13, 2016 Great Lakes-Seaway shipping season comeback continues: Latest figures

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North American grain and iron ore exports in September have accelerated a rebound in shipping on the St. Lawrence Seaway.

“While overall tonnage is about 5 percent behind last year, the resurgence in shipping activity that started in August continued last month,” said Raymond Johnston, President of the Chamber of Marine Commerce. “U.S. grain exports are up and we’re seeing a resumption of iron ore exports from ports in the Upper Great Lakes such as Duluth-Superior due to improved world pricing.”

October 13, 2016 Bumper grain harvests lift St. Lawrence Seaway shipments

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Strong movements of North American grain and renewed iron ore export activity in September have spearheaded an upswing in shipping on the St. Lawrence Seaway.

From the waterway’s opening on March 21 to the end of September, shipments of Canadian and U.S. grain hit 5.8 million metric tons, in line with the healthy volumes experienced in 2015. Overall, some 21.2 million metric tons of cargo transited the Seaway’s locks, which enable ships to travel between Montreal and Lake Erie.

October 5, 2016 Chamber of Marine Commerce appoints interim president

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Ottawa, Canada – The board of directors of the Chamber of Marine Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Raymond Johnston as interim President effective October 1, 2016.

Mr. Johnston will oversee the implementation of the merger between the Chamber of Marine Commerce and the Canadian Shipowners Association (CSA) announced last week and will lead the association until the recruitment process for a new president is completed.

September 29, 2016 Merger to create strong voice for commercial shipping in Canada/U.S.

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The Chamber of Marine Commerce and the Canadian Shipowners Association (CSA) are pleased to announce a merger agreement that will create a strong, united voice for commercial shipping in Canada and the United States.

Under the terms of the agreement, the Chamber of Marine Commerce will assume the assets, liabilities and staff of the CSA.  Based in Ottawa, Canada, the merged entity will continue to be called the Chamber of Marine Commerce.

September 15, 2016 Great Lakes-Seaway shipping rebounds in August

June 20, 2016 Retirement plans announced by Chamber of Marine Commerce president – Brooks to take mid-career sabbatical

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OTTAWA – The Chamber of Marine Commerce today announced that president, Stephen Brooks, has informed the board of directors of plans for his retirement.

“We are extremely grateful for over ten years of service that Stephen has given the Chamber of Marine Commerce leading the bi-national shipping industry with incredible innovation, growth, outreach and advocacy to governments and the general public,” said Wayne Smith, Acting Chair of the Board and Senior Vice President at Algoma Central Corporation.

June 9, 2016 Canadian exports give St. Lawrence Seaway shipping solid start

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Canadian exports to the U.S. and abroad have kept St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipments at a solid pace, despite tough economic conditions for some commodities.

“We’re encouraged by the results for the season to date, considering difficult markets for commodities like iron ore,” said Chamber of Marine Commerce President Stephen Brooks. “Thankfully Canadian manufacturers and producers increasingly recognize the Great Lakes-Seaway as a cost-efficient, sustainable way to export directly into the U.S economic heartland.”

June 9, 2016 U.S. manufacturing and construction give Seaway shipping solid start

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Demand for raw materials from the U.S. manufacturing and construction sectors has kept St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipments at a solid pace, despite tough economic conditions for some commodities.

“So far, we’re encouraged. Seaway shipping is holding its own considering global pricing on commodities such as iron ore. The Seaway benefits from the cross-border trade of raw materials like aluminum and cement which is feeding American automotive manufacturing and construction activity,” said Chamber of Marine Commerce President, Stephen Brooks.

May 20, 2016 10 reasons to celebrate Great Lakes-Seaway shipping on National Maritime Day

The Chamber of Marine Commerce this weekend joins the nation in honoring America’s maritime heritage and the men and women who serve as merchant mariners with a Top 10 list of reasons to celebrate Great Lakes-Seaway shipping.

February 8, 2016 Industrial giants name top priorities for Great Lakes shipping

NEWS RELEASE — North America’s largest mining, manufacturing and agricultural companies have helped identify four top priorities to improve the competitiveness of Great Lakes shipping, and as a result, the prosperity of the entire region.

These priorities will be the Chamber of Marine Commerce’s focus in the coming year.