News Items
- Pier 21 to become a National Museum
- Port of Halifax and Odessa Sign Memorandum to Promote Trade
- Neptune Theatre School's Pre-Professional Training Program Performs The Ash Girl
- Glenora Distilleries Wins "Export Growth Through New Markets" Award Sponsored by Halifax Port Authority
- Seven Month Long Cruise Season Kicks Off May 15th with Arrival of MS Maasdam
- New Study Finds $1.5 Billion in Port-related Economic Impact
- K Line Makes its Inaugural Call to Halifax
- Port of Halifax Welcomes Investments in Atlantic Gateway Infrastructure Projects
- Consortium of Four Container Lines Selects the Port of Halifax for Weekly Container Service
- Notice of Special Examination
- Notice of Annual Meeting
- Public Notice - Port Practices & Procedures
- Port of Halifax to welcome 2 millionth cruise passenger in 2009
- Oldfield extended as Halifax Port Authority head
- CMA CGM announces new Port of Halifax service
- News Archives from Previous Years
Pier 21 to become a National Museum
Halifax, June 24, 2009 -Pier 21, on the Halifax Seaport, will become Canada's newest national museum. Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently announced that the new museum will be dedicated to recognizing the contributions of immigrants and new Canadians to Canada's culture, history and heritage. Currently a national historic site, Pier 21 served as a primary gateway for immigrants to Canada from 1928 to 1971. The Government of Canada, Pier 21 Society, Pier 21 Foundation and Halifax Port Authority are partnering to support the new national museum at Pier 21. The Halifax Port Authority's Halifax Seaport includes the national historic site that will house the national museum. This will be just the sixth national museum in Canada and only the second national museum outside of the National Capital region.
For history on Pier 21's significance to Canadian immigration, visit www.pier21.ca
Port of Halifax and Odessa Sign Memorandum to Promote Trade
Ottawa, June 4, 2009 – The Port of Halifax, Canada and Odessa, Ukraine signed a Memorandum of Cooperation today aimed at identifying and generating new business opportunities for both ports.
Representatives of the Port of Halifax attended a ceremony at the Embassy of Ukraine in Canada today, hosted by Ukrainian Ambassador Ihor Ostash, along with representatives from the Canadian Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Canadian MPs.
The Memorandum recognizes the current two-way trade between the Ports of Halifax and Odessa and promotes an expansion of opportunities for importers and exporters in both countries to utilize Halifax as a gateway port for Canada and North America, and the Port of Odessa as a gateway port for Ukraine and Eastern Europe via the Black Sea.
Major commodities that currently move between the two ports include seafood and meat, wood products, railcars and finished goods.
The Port of Halifax currently has cooperation agreements with the Port of Chennai (India), the Suez Canal Authority, and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corp.
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Contact:
Michele Peveril
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Neptune Theatre School's Pre-Professional Training Program Performs The Ash Girl
Halifax, May 25, 2009 – Neptune Theatre School’s Pre-Professional Training Program takes the stage of Neptune’s Studio Theatre this week with their production of The Ash Girl.
The Ash Girl is an adult retelling of the classic fairytale Cinderella. The Ash Girl lives deep in a haunted woods with her stepmother and stepsisters, and can hardly believe it when she is invited to Prince Amir’s ball. After finding the strength to go, she finds brief happiness in the prince’s arms, and discovers that in order to keep that happiness she must fight the forest’s demons and believe in herself.
Written by Timberlake Wertenbaker and directed by Charlie Rhindress, the interim Director of the Neptune Theatre School, The Ash Girl features this year’s Pre-Professional Training Program (PPTP). PPTP is an eight-month conservatory training intensive for serious theatre artists intending to enter the acting profession. Students attend classes in acting, voice, movement, text, singing and dancing taught working professionals from the Nova Scotia acting community. Skills learned in the three terms culminate in a Studio Project performed on Neptune Theatre’s Studio Stage. This year’s program is sponsored by ExxonMobil and the performance is sponsored by Port of Halifax.
“It’s been a joy to see the progress of these students over the past eight months,” says Charlie Rhindress, Director of the Neptune Theatre School. “All their training has come together to present this compelling show. The Ash Girl is a simple story told in a thought-provoking manner, and audiences will love it. We are thrilled that ExxonMobil has chosen to support this program by sponsoring them.”
Performances of The Ash Girl start this week and take place in Neptune’s Studio Theatre May 25 to May 28 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $12.
Tickets are available by contacting the Neptune Theatre Box Office at 429-7070 or online at www.neptunetheatre.com.
Neptune Theatre is located at 1593 Argyle Street, Halifax. With two stages, Fountain Hall and the Studio, a Theatre School and its Young Neptune Company Tour, Neptune continues to produce world-class theatre.
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Contact:
Leyna Gillingham
(902) 429-7300 ext. 271
lgillingham@neptunetheatre.com
Glenora Distilleries Wins "Export Growth Through New Markets" Award Sponsored by Halifax Port Authority
Halifax, NS – May 22, 2009 - At the 26th Annual Export Achievement Awards Gala last night, the Halifax Port Authority presented the "Export Growth Through New Markets" award to Glenora Distilleries.
Lauchie MacLean, President of Glenora Distilleries accepted the award presented by Patrick Bohan, Manager of Business Development. Halifax Port Authority is a Gold Sponsor of the event and an award sponsor for the third year.
The Glenora Inn & Distillery is located at Glenville, Inverness County, Nova Scotia. Glenora Distillery, is a micro-distiller with an annual production of 250,000 litres of whisky. Their flagship product “Glen Breton” is the only single malt whiskey produced in North America. Their exports are sent abroad to markets in the U.S., Bermuda, Mexico, Europe and beyond.
“Glenora Distilleries is a success story for the Atlantic Region and they have demonstrated how a local company can build their business by tapping into international markets,” said Mr. Bohan.
The Port of Halifax is served by a wide array of small and large carriers that connect our region to over 150 countries. In total, Halifax now has 11 of the world’s top 15 container lines calling our Port and can market the fact that we have more individual scheduled liner services with direct calls to more continents than any other Canadian port.
The Nova Scotia Export Achievement Awards ceremony is the province's foremost annual exporter-recognition event to showcase the successes of Nova Scotia's many talented and resourcefull export companies.
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Contact:
Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
Phone: 426-1060
Email: mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Seven Month Long Cruise Season Kicks Off May 15th with Arrival of MS Maasdam
Halifax, NS – May 14, 2009 - Tomorrow marks the start of the annual cruise season at the Port of Halifax, with the arrival of ms Maasdam, a Holland America Line vessel. Its arrival marks a cruise season that will span through to November 5th.
“Eighteen cruise lines will call the Port of Halifax during the next 7 months making for a busy cruise season featuring long-standing cruise lines and two new lines calling our Port this year” says Cathy McGrail, Manager, Cruise Development, Halifax Port Authority.
Holland America has been calling Halifax since 1991, when they made two calls and brought 1,941 passengers to Halifax. This year, Holland America Line will make 22 calls and bring more than 30,000 visitors to Halifax on three of their vessels, ms Rotterdam, ms Eurodam and ms Maasdam.
“Every year, our guests and crew look forward to visiting Halifax. It is a marquee destination for Holland America Line and offers plenty of diverse activities for our guests, and the people here have always made us feel welcome. We look forward to another great season in Halifax,” says Richard D. Meadows, Executive Vice President, Marketing, Sales and Guest Programs, Holland American Line.
Other highlights and milestones of the 2009 cruise season include:
· Between 215,000–220,000 cruise passengers are expected to visit Halifax aboard 120 vessels.
· Five new vessels and two new cruise lines will call in 2009.
· The second largest ship ever built by the Cunard Line, the Queen Victoria, will make its inaugural visit to Halifax.
· Record single-day in October, when it is expected that Halifax will welcome more than 10,000 cruise passengers in port on one day.
· The Port of Halifax will welcome its 2 millionth passenger this summer.
· Pavilion 22 Shops & Services at the Halifax Seaport will continue to operate on cruise ship days to the public and cruise passengers one half hour before the vessel docks until one half hour after the departure.
In 2009, the cruise industry will continue to be a strong performer, and the direct impact is expected to exceed $50 million from passenger, crew and cruise line expenditures.
Details of the 2009 schedule are available as part of the launch of a new website aimed at improving the visitor experience to the Halifax area. The site (www.cruisehalifax.ca) will allow cruise visitors to plan their visit and give a sense of the experiences Halifax has to offer.
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Contact:
Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
Phone: 426-1060
Email: mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
New Study Finds $1.5 Billion in Port-related Economic Impact
Halifax, NS – May 12, 2009 - Today, the Halifax Port Authority released the results of a study which researched the economic impact of the Port of Halifax and port-related industries such as trucking and rail. The research findings reveal that the Port, and its diverse areas of business, is a major contributor to the local economy with over $1.5 billion in total impact annually.
The direct and spin-off (indirect and induced) impacts of port-related activities include $1.58 billion in gross output, $671 million in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and 11,190 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs. Wages and salaries resulting from port activity were $504.7 million and the average wage for direct and spin-off jobs was $45,100, which is 29% above the provincial average.
The study also looked at rail and trucking impacts, two sectors directly tied to the Port of Halifax. In 2007, CN and related rail service providers contributed $170 million to economic output, with long-haul and local trucking activity contributing $160 million.
The study notes that the cruise business continues to have a major impact on local businesses and the tourism industry. The direct impact in 2008 exceeded $50 million from passenger, crew and cruise line expenditures.
The Port of Halifax also generates positive fiscal impacts to the Province of Nova Scotia and the Halifax Regional Municipality. During 2007, port-related employment provided the Province of Nova Scotia with over $76 million in personal income and consumption taxes. Annual payments in lieu of taxes to the Halifax Regional Municipality by the Halifax Port Authority exceed $1 million.
The study noted that there are one-time impacts related to renovation and construction projects. With $45 million in capital expenditures expected over the next five years, this equates to 735 person years of employment and $28.5 million in wages and salaries.
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Contact:
Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
Phone: 426-1060
K Line Makes its Inagural Call to Halifax
Halifax, NS - May 3, 2009 - The Port of Halifax was pleased to welcome the K Line container vessel "Venice Bridge" to the Halterm Container Terminal Limited facility on Sunday, May 3, 2009 for its inaugural call. The ship's Captain, Byeong Su Seong was presented with inaugural gifts from members of the port community including the Halifax Port Authority, Halterm and tug provider Atlantic Towing Limited. The new round-the-world service of the Cosco/K Line/Yang Ming and Hanjin alliance will call Halifax inbound from the far east including China on a fixed weekly schedule every Sunday offering a speedy outbound connection for exporters to Singapore, its next port of call.
Pictured with Captain Seong are:
George Malec, Halifax Port Authority
Doug Rose, Haltem Container Terminal
Jill Blackmore, Atlantic Towing
Lark Ford, K Line
Ray McDermott, K Line
Mark Russchen, K Line
Patrick Bohan, Halifax Port Authority
(photograph by Steve Farmer)
Port of Halifax Welcomes Investments in Atlantic Gateway Infrastructure Projects
Halifax, NS - April 30, 2009 - The Port of Halifax welcomes today’s announcement by the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia of investments in key transportation infrastructure projects. Two Port of Halifax cargo projects have been identified as priorities for funding along with supporting projects related to the efficient flow of cargo near the Port.
“On behalf of the Port of Halifax community, I express our thanks to the Federal and Provincial Government, and in particular Minister Peter MacKay and Premier Rodney MacDonald, for the commitment they have made to our Regional transportation network,” said Karen Oldfield, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Halifax Port Authority. “The support of the Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada is important as we move forward competing world-wide for cargo. The direct Port investments, highway projects and Atlantic Gateway business development funding will support the on-going efforts of the Port of Halifax supply chain members.”
The Port of Halifax had provided the Province of Nova Scotia and Government of Canada with a wide-range of infrastructure project options for consideration that covered all areas of the Port’s diverse business. This included rail service, containerized cargo, bulk cargo, breakbulk, roll-on/roll-off and cruise-related projects.
The Port of Halifax infrastructure projects identified in today’s announcement for joint investment in the short-term are:
§ Expansion of the South Container Terminal (operated by Halterm Container Terminal Limited) to increase container handling capacity at the Port of Halifax by extending and deepening Pier C enabling simultaneous berthing of two full-sized post-Panamax vessels. The pier is currently capable of docking one post-Panamax ship and a smaller vessel at the same time, limiting operational flexibility. This project would entail extension of the pier and dredging of the surrounding area from a depth of 14.5m to a new depth of 16.0m. Improved cargo-handling efficiencies, particularly for truck operations through upgrades of the truck marshalling yard, would be created by increasing the terminal area and allowing for a reconfiguration of the approach road and gate complex to improve ingress and egress of truck traffic. Estimated project cost of $35 million.
§ Extension of the Richmond Multipurpose Terminals. This project will upgrade and expand the value-added cargo handling services that can be conducted at Richmond Terminals. The facility would be expanded to enable roll on/roll off handling and enhanced heavy lift capabilities. Area 9D which is currently undeveloped would be upgraded to provide enhanced pier and marshalling capabilities. The activities carried out at Richmond Terminals will be value-added processing, transloading and distribution primarily for export. Estimated project cost of $73 million.
In addition, projects such as the Burnside Connector and Truro High Speed Interchange support the efficient flow of export cargo from our Region to the Port of Halifax and import cargo to Regional businesses. The Business Development and Marketing initiatives to market Atlantic Gateway transportation assets will support the on-going work of service providers throughout the Port of Halifax community.
“Premier MacDonald today described the Port of Halifax as an anchor for our Region. We will continue to work cooperatively with private and public partners to ensure that the Port of Halifax remains a strong anchor for the Atlantic Gateway,” said Ms. Oldfield.
Details on cost-sharing arrangements are to be finalized.
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Contact:
Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
Phone (902) 426-1060
Consortium of Four Container Lines Selects the Port of Halifax for Weekly Container Service
Halifax, NS - April 15 , 2009 - The CKYH Alliance members, Cosco Container Lines, "K" Line, Yang Ming and Hanjin Shipping, have selected the Port of Halifax in their comprehensive schedule deployment between Asia and the East Coast of North America. Halifax is the only Canadian port of call on the new service.
The weekly service, designated AWE 4, will connect South East Asia (Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand), Hong Kong and South China with Eastern Canada (Quebec/Ontario), Atlantic Canada and the US Midwest through the Port of Halifax. The members will provide the full range of liner container service for both dry and temperature control cargo.
Container handling services will be provided by Halterm Container Terminal Limited. The inaugural port call will occur in early May.
Notice of Special Examination
April 11, 2009
In accordance with Section 42(3) of the Canada Marine Act, notice is hereby given that the Halifax Port Authority has received the Summary Report on the Special Examination performed by Grant Thornton LLP, Chartered Accountants.
The Summary Report is available for inspection by the public at the registered office of the Halifax Port Authority, Port Administration Building, 1215 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS, during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.).
AVIS D’EXAMEN SPÉCIAL
En vertu de l’article 42 (3) de la Loi maritime du Canada, avis est donné par la présente que l’Administration portuaire de Halifax a reçu le résumé du rapport d’examen spécial préparé par son vérificateur, Grant Thornton LLP, Comptable agréés.
Le résumé du rapport est disponible pour consultation par le public au siège social de l’Administration portuaire de Halifax, 1215 rue Marginal, Halifax, N-É, durant les heures normales d’ouverture, soit de 8h30 à 16h45.
Notice of Annual Meeting
March 30, 2009
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual Meeting of the Halifax Port Authority will be held in Heritage Hall, Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. This meeting is open to the public.
Copies of audited financial statements are available for inspection by the public at the registered office of the Halifax Port Authority, Port Administration Building, 1215 Marginal Road, Halifax, during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
DATED at Halifax, Nova Scotia, March 30, 2009.
By Order of the Board of Directors
Lorraine Brenton, Corporate Secretary
ADMINISTRATION PORTUAIRE DE HALIFAX
Avis d’assemble annuelle
30 avril 2009
Soyez avisés par cet avis que l’Assemblée générale annuelle de l’Administration portuaire de Halifax se tiendra à la salle Heritage, Quai 21, 1055 chemin Marginal, Nouvelle-Écosse, le jeudi, 30 avril 2009 à 15h. Cette assemblée est ouverte au public.
Des copies des états financiers vérifiés peuvent être consultés par le public au bureau enregistré de l”Administration portuaire de Halifax, à l’édifice de l’administration portuaire, 1215 chemin Marginal, durant les heures régulières de bureau (8h30 à 17 h).
Daté à Halifax, Nouvelle-Écosse, le mars 30 2009.
Par Ordre du conseil des directeurs
Lorraine Brenton, Secrétaire générale
Public Notice - Port Practices & Procedures
March 10, 2009
Public Notice
Halifax Port Authority – Port Practices and Procedures
The revised Port Practices and Procedures manual is available for consideration prior to
implementation no later than April 15, 2009. Individuals wishing to receive a copy may
download it from the HPA website at www.portofhalifax.ca or in writing to Anita Ross, Business
Development & Operations Department.
Individuals wishing to make representation, may do so in writing to:
Gord Helm
Manager, Port Security and Marine Operations
Halifax Port Authority
PO Box 336
Halifax, NS B3J 2P6
Comments for consideration prior to implementation must be received before April 15, 2009.
Port of Halifax to welcome 2 millionth cruise passenger in 2009
Halifax, NS – March 11, 2009 - The Port of Halifax will mark a milestone this cruise season when it welcomes the 2 millionth visitor since the first season back in 1980.
“Tourism operators and the local community can be proud that they have made Halifax, and Atlantic Canada, an appealing destination for cruise passengers that now call here in Spring, Summer and Fall,” said Cathy McGrail, Manager of Cruise Development, Halifax Port Authority. “Between 1980 and 2004, Halifax welcomed 1 million cruise passengers. In just the past 5 years, Halifax has attracted another 1 million passengers. Being able to mark the 2 millionth passenger this summer is an exciting milestone for Halifax.”
The 2009 season kicks off on May 15th and 124 vessels carrying more than 220,000-230,000 passengers are expected by the time the last ship calls Halifax on November 5th.
Details of the 2009 schedule are available as part of the launch of a new website aimed at improving the visitor experience to the Halifax area. The site (www.cruisehalifax.ca) will allow cruise visitors to plan their visit and give a sense of the experiences Halifax has to offer.
“Cruise has emerged as somewhat of a sleeping giant and is serving to bolster revenues for, not only, the tourism sector but the community at large,” said Patricia Lyall, President and CEO, Destination Halifax. “As a port of call destination, we have the unique and enviable opportunity to make an impression on this captured audience, thus influencing the potential for repeat visit.”
Highlights of the 2009 cruise season include:
- Six new vessels and two new cruise lines will call in 2009.
- The arrival of the first two vessels, the Maasdam and the Seven Seas Voyager, on May 15th.
- The second largest ship ever built by the Cunard Line, the Queen Victoria, will make its inaugural visit to Halifax.
- Record single-day in October, when it is expected that Halifax will welcome more than 10,000 cruise passengers in port on one day.
"Cruise lines are demonstrating confidence in our region and in Halifax with their 2009 bookings. We have heard from cruise lines that 2009 will be a challenging year for worldwide travel. Global recessions are impacting consumer demand and we will continue to work with the cruise lines and local tourism industry to maintain and build our cruise business,” said Cathy McGrail.
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Contact: Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
Phone: 426-1060
Email: mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Oldfield extended as Halifax Port Authority head
Halifax, NS - February 25, 2009 – The Halifax Port Authority’s board of directors today announced the re-appointment of President and Chief Executive Officer Karen Oldfield.
Mark MacDonald, chair of the board of directors, said that the Port of Halifax’s overall profitability and financial strength has grown under Ms. Oldfield’s leadership. The board extended Ms. Oldfield’s contract following a six month performance evaluation, negotiation and renewal process. Her new contract will be in place until December 31, 2012.
“Prudent and careful management, supported by sound business decisions made by Ms. Oldfield and her team, have resulted in many benefits for the Port of Halifax, the greater Halifax community and all of Nova Scotia,” said Mr. MacDonald. “These benefits include better financial returns for the Port of Halifax, greater investments in capital improvements for cargo customers, record high cruise ship traffic at a time of fewer tourists coming to Nova Scotia and becoming the first Canadian port with acredit rating.”
Since Ms. Oldfield joined the Halifax Port Authority:
- Operating income during the past 5 years totalled $73million, compared to $38 million in the five years previous to her appointment;
- Capital investments have totalled $100 million, compared to $50 million in the 5 years previous to her appointment;
- In 2007, Halifax became the first port authority in Canada to receive acredit rating (Rating - A, Outlook - Stablefrom Standard & Poors) This rating was reaffirmed in 2008.
“A profitable, financially strong Port of Halifax allows the management team to continue to work with partners to seek out new opportunities,” said Mr. MacDonald. “The financial position of the Port of Halifax is a strong reflection of the performance of Karen Oldfield and her team. It also positions the port well to weather a difficult period with our partners and our customers.”
Audited financial statements for 2008 are currently being finalized and will be distributed prior to the authority’s Annual General Meeting. In 2008, the Port experienced growth in 3 areas of business (cruise, breakbulk and roll on/roll offcargo) while activity declined in 2 areas (container and bulk cargo).
“The vote of confidence extended to me and the team at the Port by the board of directors is a tribute to the hard work of many people,” said Ms. Oldfield. “The Halifax Port Authority and its partners recognize that much has been accomplished and that a sustained effort is required to retain and attract business in these very challenging times.”
The board of directors also agreed to the request by Ms. Oldfield and the senior management team to defer executive salary increases at this time.
“In the current economic climate, our executive team felt that not accepting any salary increases was the right thing to do,” added Ms. Oldfield.
Karen Oldfield has held the top position at the Port of Halifax since 2002. She had contributed her leadership skills to a variety of community causes, including the Halifax Gateway Council, Greater Halifax Partnership, QEII Foundation and Saint Mary’s University Board of Governors.
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Contact:
Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
902-426-1060
CMA CGM announces new Port of Halifax service
Halifax, NS - January 29, 2009 - CMA CGM, the world's 3rd largest container shipping company, has announced plans to initiate a new service which includes a regular call at the Port of Halifax.
The fortnightly service will connect Canada and the USA with the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Australasia. In particular, Canada, the US Midwest and the East Coast of the US will be connected via CMA CGM's Kingston, Jamaica hub to a broad range of North-South and East-West trade routes.
Halifax is the only Canadian port of call on the new service. The inaugural call of the "Black Pearl" service to the Port of Halifax is scheduled for Monday, February 23rd. Container handling services for CMA CGM vessels will be provided by Halterm Container Terminal Limited.
For more information:
Michele Peveril
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Halifax Port Authority
Phone (902) 426-1060
www.portofhalifax.ca
Christelle Beltran
CMA CGM Trade & Marketing Manager
CMA CGM Canada
Phone (514) 908-7001
www.cma-cgm.com
BLACK PEARL CUSTOMER NOTICE
Dear Valued Customer,
With a strong commitment to further service your needs, CMA CGM Canada is pleased to announce the launch of our new service ex Halifax to Kingston, the Black Pearl.
Please note:
- Direct fortnightly service with fixed day sailings ex Halifax
- Service fully operated by CMA CGM
- Extensive coverage ofCanada East Coast via Halifax
- Congestion-free port – US customs in Halifax
- Full connectivity to Caribbean, Central America, East, West and North Coast South America markets via efficient transshipment in Kingston, Jamaica
- Kingston hub port with additional connections on our mainliner services toANZ and Asia
- Fastest transit times for Eastern Canada, Midwest and New England cargo
- First in class on-dock rail service – no terminal transfer costs
- Daily train service to and from major North American markets
- “Cool” advantage with large number of reefer plugs and expanded terminal power
- Halifax port of choice for perishable or temperature-sensitive shipments
- Direct cost savings through Halifax versus NYC or Virginia
- Dedicated CMA CGM agency network
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