Montreal Port Authority, DP World sign deal for Contrecœur expansion

The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has signed a joint development agreement with DP World in Canada to design land-based works for the planned container terminal in Contrecœur.

The deal, finalized Sept. 4, makes DP World an active terminal operator at the Port of Montreal. The company, which already runs five port facilities in Canada, will be responsible for building and operating the container yard, buildings, utilities and rail connection at the new terminal.

“The agreement with DP World here in Canada marks a decisive step in realizing the Port of Montreal expansion project in Contrecœur,” said Julie Gascon, president and CEO of the MPA. “By leveraging innovation, sustainability and the expertise of a world-class partner, we are strengthening the Port of Montreal’s strategic role as an economic engine for Quebec and Canada.”

Doug Smith, CEO of DP World in Canada, said the terminal will act as “a true economic engine for Quebec and Eastern Canada, creating thousands of jobs during construction and driving long-term prosperity through expanded trade capacity.”

The port authority expects land preparation to begin in 2025, with in-water works starting in 2026, land-based works in 2027 and the terminal’s completion in 2030.