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Port Metro Vancouver applauds support of premiers, industry on trade infrastructure
Vancouver, B.C.–Port Metro Vancouver welcomed the announcement November 7 of a renewed focus on infrastructure expansion and growth by the New West Partnership (NWP). Partnership premiers Hon. Christy Clark (British Columbia), Hon. Jim Prentice (Alberta) and Hon. Brad Wall (Saskatchewan)…
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Nova Scotia’s export growth best in Canada in 2014
HALIFAX, N.S.–Nova Scotia’s overall exports are projected to increase by a sky-high 35 per cent this year, the most growth of any province, according to Export Development Canada’s recent economic forecast. This growth is expected to temper in 2015 to…
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Globalization “recovering from financial crisis”: DHL Global Connectedness Index
TORONTO, Ont.–DHL has released the third edition of its Global Connectedness Index (GCI), a detailed analysis of the state of globalization around the world. The latest report shows that global connectedness, measured by cross-border flows of trade, capital, information and…
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Growing demand for intermodal rail transportation to strengthen global food logistics market: TechNavio
LONDON, UK–TechNavio, a global tech-focused research firm has announced the publication of its market research report on theGlobal Food Logistics Market 2014-2018. The food industry uses logistics for complete management of resources, including how they are acquired, stored and moved.…
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US recovery set to power next global cycle, “boon” for Canadian companies: EDC
TORONTO, Ont.–A new global economic forecast by Export Development Canada (EDC) predicts that the momentum of the nascent US. recovery will be the key driver of the next global growth cycle. EDC provides small business financing and insurance for companies…
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Replacement vessel purchased or Saint John-Digby ferry service
OTTAWA, Ont.–The Government of Canada has entered into an agreement for the purchase of a ferry vessel to replace the MV Princess of Acadia, which serves the Saint John, New Brunswick to Digby, Nova Scotia ferry route. A purchase agreement…
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Port of Montreal launches B2B platform
MONTREAL, Que.–The Port of Montreal has launched a B2B platform to make it fast and simple for potential new customers to learn about the port’s distinct advantages when it comes to moving cargo worldwide, said a Port of Montreal release.…
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Airfreight confidence continues to gain momentum: Stifel Logistics Index
LONDON, U.K.–After a strong September, the October Stifel Logistics Confidence Index slipped 0.4 points to 58.9. Overall, compared to October 2013, the index is 3.8 points higher and optimism remains good despite declines noted in sea freight for this month.…
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Canada and Port Metro Vancouver announce completion of Roberts Bank Causeway Overpass
DELTA, B.C.–The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Delta—Richmond East, on behalf of the Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, today celebrated the completion of the new Roberts Bank Causeway Overpass, along with…
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Carrier Transicold bolsters Vector trailer refrigeration unit warranties
ATHENS, Ga.–Carrier Transicold has enhanced the warranty coverage for its Vector trailer refrigeration units, the company announced. “Vector systems deliver dual benefits of reduced maintenance and higher system reliability because they are less complex than conventional mechanical systems and comparative semi-electric systems,” said…