The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) has welcomed the Halifax Port Authority as its newest member organisation.
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, reported the CMC.
Key trade links from Halifax connect to the heart of the North American continent in Central Canada and the US Midwest and include four trade lanes fanning across the world to Asia, Europe, the Mediterranean and the Americas.
The deepwater berths at the Port of Halifax can welcome the largest container vessels on the Eastern seaboard.
“At a time when building strength in Canada’s economy has never been more important, vital transportation organisations 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.”
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“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.”
