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GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. announces new...
Chris Davies assumes new role as of June 4...
Call for nominations for S.S. Beaver medals for...
Maritime Museum of BC to honour individuals for...
Stunning performance from an industry legend
International Paint Ltd. announces full type approval...
Nanaimo Port Authority reaches out with strategy...
Path 2025 strategic plan sets the journey for...
Call for nominations for S.S. Beaver medals for maritime excellence - May 11 2012
This new award – then Maritime Museum of BC SS Beaver Medal for Maritime Excellence –will honour individuals who have made outstanding contributions or significant achievements in maritime endeavours in our Province. These attainments m...
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BC Ferries to receive almost $80 million in additional subsidies - May 9 2012
Source: Victoria Times Colonist The B.C. government says it will pump almost $80 million in additional subsidies into BC Ferries, but warns of “significant adjustments to service levels” for coastal communities. The extra provincial...
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Arctic Ocean may open to regular shipping by 2017 - April 23 2012
Source: Max Paris, CBC News - April 23, 2012 The Arctic Ocean could open for regular commercial shipping within the next five to 10 years, according to a Canadian polar scientist who conducted research for the International Polar Year Conference....
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In focus: Tanker traffic on the West Coast - April 13 2012
Oil tankers at Anacortes Refinery in Puget Sound
BC Shipping News has extensively covered issues related to tanker traffic on the West Coast. To assist readers and website visitors in keeping track of the articles, we provide this quick abstract with links to the full articles.
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GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. announces new Chief Financial Officer - May 17 2012
Chris Davies, GCT Global Container Terminals Inc.
VANCOUVER, BC – Michael E. Moore, President and CEO of GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Davies to Chief Financial Officer effective June 4, 2012.
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In memoriam - April 21 2012
Captain David James Bremmer
Captain Bremner crossed the Bar on the 15thof April 2012. He is survived by his loving wife Thelma. They would have celebrated their sixty first wedding anniversary on the 16thof May 2012.
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The Boatlift - May 7 2012
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This video, narrated by Tom Hanks, describes the evacuation of Manhatten following the attacks on the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. Over 500,000 people were moved from Manhatten's seawall in nine hours - the largest evacuation effort since the S...
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Marine surveyors in British Columbia - April 24 2012
Marine surveying is generally considered to be inspecting, measuring and weighing - little words but each one the portal to an impressive array of services provided by marine surveyors in British Columbia. These photos complement the article by J.Tim...
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World Ocean's Day - Vancouver 2012 - June 10 2012
Ocean's Day - Whytecliff Park, West Vancouver
Sunday, June 10, 2012 - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Whytecliff Park, West Vancouver Rain or shine - dress for weather! For more information, call HBMG Ocean House (Pacific): 604-921-1122. Sponsored by: BC Shipping News Horseshoe Bay Marine Group...
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Canadian Ferry Operators Association AGM and Conference - September 17 2012
CFOA Conference - Victoria, B.C.
September 17 - 18, 2012 The theme this year is a close look at “Critical Ferry Infrastructure in Canada”. Program includes: Operator's Overview Regulation and Training Considerations Design and Technology Advancements Tour o...
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MAGAZINE

Shifting tailwinds propel Canada's energy trade
By Darryl Anderson, Wave Point Consulting. Three important political initiatives occurred in the first quarter of...
- April 24 2012
Indian port development
By Syd Heal Modern India is rated as one of the emerging economic giants of the 21st century. As the world...
- April 24 2012

SHIPPING

Vancouver cruise ship passenger traffic starts to build
Source: Vancouver Sun, May 11, 2012 VANCOUVER - If you're heading into the downtown core this weekend prepare...
- May 11 2012
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA: First quarter results for 2012
Operating profit amounted to USD 106 million for the first quarter of 2012, up 84% year over year from USD 58 million...
- May 11 2012

SHIPS & SHIPYARDS

Marine surveyors in British Columbia
By J.Timothy Ellis, Association of Marine Surveyors in British Columbia. Marine surveying is generally considered...
- April 24 2012
Jastram innovation for over 100 years
Even though there are still months to go before the first steel is cut for vessels under the National Shipbuilding...
- March 22 2012

PORTS & TERMINALS

Nanaimo Port Authority reaches out with strategy into 2025
May 8, 2012, Nanaimo, BC– Nanaimo Port Authority President and CEO Bernie Dumas is reaching out to the public...
- May 8 2012
Shifting tailwinds propel Canada's energy trade
By Darryl Anderson, Wave Point Consulting. Three important political initiatives occurred in the first quarter of...
- April 24 2012
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