News Items
2011 Interesting news articles:
- Saigon Times Daily. Canadian Port improves cargo route to North America.
- Opportunity knocks for Atlantic Canada in Asia
2011 News Items:
- Port of Halifax Ready to Support Shipbuilding Program
- Notice of Fee Revision
- Peter MacKay visits the Port of Halifax
- Port of Halifax Expresses Support for Action Plan on Perimeter Security
and Economic Competitiveness - The Port of Halifax joins Green Marine
- Over 240,000 cruise tourists visit Halifax in award-winning season
- Premier recognizes ZIM's contributions to Nova Scotia economy
- Halifax Gateway wins 1st place national award for marketing efforts
- New investment in Super Post-Panamax cranes inked at the Port of Halifax
- Public Notice - Halifax Port Authority - Port Practices and Procedures
- Disney Cruise Line to Visit Halifax in 2012
- Notice of Halifax Port Authority Annual Meeting
- Continued Investments in the Transportation Sector
- The Port of Halifax to welcome Cunard Line’s Queen Elizabeth in 2011
- Cruise Season kicks off at the Port of Halifax
Port of Halifax Ready to Support Shipbuilding Program
The Port of Halifax is preparing to support the Federal shipbuilding program with today’s announcement of an agreement to begin building vessels at Halifax’s Irving Shipyard. Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Minister of National Defence, Peter MacKay, were in Halifax to announce an agreement in principle to advance the construction of 21 combat vessels under the $25 billion project.
“Soon Halifax and Canada will begin feeling the benefits from the federal shipbuilding program, from stevedores at the Port of Halifax to domestic suppliers of ship components. When work begins on this federal program, businesses involved in the Port of Halifax supply chain will be examples of how this program will generate wide economic benefits,” said Karen Oldfield, President and Chief Executive Officer, Halifax Port Authority. “The Richmond Terminals $73 million project underway, co-funded by the Federal Government and Halifax Port Authority, will be completed in time to allow the Port to work cooperatively on supply logistics.”
For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Halifax Port Authority
426-1060
Notice of Fee Revision | Avis de Révision de Frais
December 30, 2011
Notice is hereby given that the Halifax Port Authority proposes to increase its harbour dues, berthage and wharfage fees by 2.0% effective March 1, 2012. Furthermore, the Halifax Port Authority proposes to amend its wharfage charge on qualifying US cargo in standard cargo containers to $2.00 per box. Documents containing more details about the proposal may be obtained from the Halifax Port Authority upon request. Persons interested in making representation, in writing, to the Halifax Port Authority may do so by writing to the address set out below.
Senior Vice President
Halifax Port Authority
P.O. Box 336
Halifax, NS B3J 2P6
30 décembre 2011
Par la présente, avis est donné que l’Administration portuaire propose d’augmenter ses frais pour l’usage du havre, l’amarrage et l’usage des quais de 2,0 % dès le 1er mars 2012. De plus, l’Administration portuaire de Halifax propose de modifier les charges d’accès aux quais pour le fret provenant des États-Unis des conteneurs de frets standard à 2 $ par boîte.
Les documents contenant de plus amples renseignements concernant la proposition sont disponibles auprès de l’Administration portuaire de Halifax sur demande. Les personnes intéressées de faire une présentation, par écrit, à l’Administration portuaire de Halifax peuvent le faire en l’envoyant à l’adresse ci-dessous :
Vice-président directeur
Administration portuaire de Halifax
C.P. 336
Halifax (N.-É.) B3J 2P6
Peter MacKay visits the Port of Halifax
December 20, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, visited the Port of Halifax recently for a briefing on current Gateway project infrastructure enhancements as well as a tour of port facilities. The Halifax Port Authority partnered with the federal government to invest $130 million in the upgrades ongoing at the South End Container Terminal and Richmond Terminals. At right, HPA President & CEO Karen Oldfield discusses the enhancements to the South End Terminal with Minister MacKay.
Port of Halifax Expresses Support for Action Plan on Perimeter Security and Economic Competitiveness
December 7, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – The Port of Halifax applauds today’s announcement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper and U.S. President Barack Obama to implement an action plan that will assist the flow of trade and people in a secure and efficient manner in North America.
"I fully support the Prime Minister’s announcement that this initiative cements the most important trading relationship in the world. It helps Canada's major ports facilitate trade with the United States leading to more jobs for Canada all along critical supply chains moving import and export goods to market," says Karen Oldfield, President and CEO of the Halifax Port Authority. "This Border Action Plan is an important piece in the economic puzzle ensuring a more fluid and secure border as well as providing better access to the largest economy in the world."
The Action Plan on Perimeter Security and Economic Competiveness focuses on four areas of cooperation: addressing threats early; facilitating trade, economic growth and jobs; integrating cross-border law enforcement; and improving critical infrastructure and cyber-security. The Action Plan on Regulatory Cooperation aims to help reduce barriers to trade, lower costs for consumers and business, and create economic opportunities on both sides of the border.
“Both Canada and the United States are trading nations. This action plan addresses key elements to efficiently move goods and people across our border”, says Oldfield. “Every time a container vessel enters Halifax Harbour it generates the equivalent of three person years of work. Ports and communities benefit when trade flows; from stevedores to truckers, trade means economic activity and that spells jobs.”
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For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
The Port of Halifax joins Green Marine
November 1, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – True to its own sustainability commitment, the Port of Halifax just joined Green Marine's environmental program.
Green Marine is gaining in popularity and relevance on the East Coast with the arrival of the Port of Halifax among its members. The Port of Halifax is joining a boasting group of East Coast participants like Atlantic Towing, Saint John Port Authority, SVITZER Canada and Oceanex. Established in 2007, Green Marine is now a truly North American program, with participants coast to coast, in Canada and the United States.
For the Port of Halifax, joining the Green Marine environmental program was a natural step says George Malec, Vice-President Business Development and Operations. ''Environment has been an important issue for us for a long time. The Halifax Port Authority is committed to conducting itself as a responsible member of the local community. We have created a system to manage our environmental performance to prevent and minimize pollution and it has been certified ISO 14001. The transparency and rigor of Green Marine will allow us to show our performance both to the industry and the population and guide us towards improvement.''
Green Marine's Executive Director, David Bolduc, welcomes the Port of Halifax and praises the raised awareness it will bring to the program: ''The Port encourages environmental stewardship by setting positive environmental performance examples for other users of the Port to follow. Them joining the program will allow us to move forward with added credibility and representativeness.''
About the Port of Halifax:
The Port of Halifax is a multi-service port with the deepest container berths on the East Coast of North America and serves the world's leading shipping lines to over 150 countries on every continent. It handles over 1,500 vessels a year, generating more than 11,000 jobs and $1.5 billion in economic impact. Halifax Harbor has also been home to Canada’s East Coast Navy for over 100 years.
About Green Marine:
Winner of the Green Shipping Initiative of the Year at the International Sustainable Shipping Awards 2011 Green Marine's environmental program targets a number of issues including greenhouse gases, cargo waste management, conflicts of use (noise, dust, odors, and luminous pollution), water and land pollution prevention and environmental leadership. While Green Marine is a voluntary initiative, participants agree to undergo a rigorous external audit every two years to validate and reinforce the credibility of environmental program results. Those results are made public every year.
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For more information, contact:
Manon Lanthier
Communications Officer
Green Marine
(418) 648-4378
manon.lanthier@green-marine.org
Over 240,000 cruise tourists visit Halifax in award-winning season
October 27, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – The Jewel of the Seas is docked at the Halifax Seaport today, bringing as many as 2,000 cruise passengers to the region for the day. It is the last vessel to call Halifax in what has been a highly successful, award-winning cruise season.
In 2011, 122 vessels called Halifax, including seven inaugural visits. More than 240,000 people have visited Halifax via cruise ship this year, including about 10,000 on Oct. 6 – the busiest day of the season.
“It has been another tremendous season for cruise in Halifax,” said Halifax Port Authority Manager of Cruise Development, Cathy McGrail. “We’ve maintained visitor totals well over 200,000 for four years running, which is a tremendous accomplishment and a boon for the city and province.”
The cruise industry in Halifax contributes an estimated $50 million in economic impact annually for Nova Scotia, accounting for approximately eight per cent of all tourism for the province.
The season wasn’t just successful in terms of traffic – it was also a season of recognition as the Port of Halifax and its partners received two prestigious cruise honours.
The first was received in March as Halifax earned the Most Efficient Port Services Award from Dream World Cruise Destinations magazine for having the “most efficient combination of pilotage, port agency services, customs clearance and good working relations with the operations departments of cruise lines.”
The second honour, received in December at the Seatrade Europe conference in Hamburg, Germany, came from Seatrade Insider for a “highly commended contribution to Destination of the Year.”
“Between numerous shore excursions and the convenience of shops and services available at the Halifax Seaport and on the waterfront, we believe we have a lot to offer cruise guests,” McGrail said. “The Halifax Port Authority and its many partners work hard to deliver a memorable vacation experience for our guests and we’re thrilled to have received these two awards in recognition of that.”
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For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Premier recognizes ZIM's contributions to Nova Scotia economy
October 25, 2011 – HAIFA, ISRAEL – Premier Darrell Dexter visited ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. in Haifa, Israel, today, Oct. 25, to tour the facility and recognize the company's 40-year relationship with the Halifax Port Authority.
"Next April marks four decades of business between our two regions -- a milestone that should be celebrated," said Premier Dexter. "Today's visit was an opportunity to meet with senior executives of the shipping line, including president and CEO Rafi Danieli, to learn about their experiences in Halifax, discuss opportunities to grow the business and promote the Port of Halifax as a key entry point into North America."
The premier noted that Nova Scotia's role as a gateway to international trade relies on the global connections that are made possible through relationships like the one the province and the Port of Halifax have with ZIM.
"I want to thank the team at ZIM for choosing to do business in Nova Scotia," said Premier Dexter. "The province looks forward to many more years of continued co-operation and support with the shipping line."
ZIM stops in Halifax on a weekly basis to offload cargo from its Asia line, including such items as furniture, building materials and textiles.
Karen Oldfield, president and CEO of the Halifax Port Authority, joined the premier in Israel to mark the event.
The visit is part of a seven-day trade and investment mission to Israel and the West Bank to explore opportunities for growth and investment and build relationships with the region. The mission wraps up Wednesday, Oct. 26.
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For more information, contact:
Jennifer Stewart
Premier's Office
(902) 424-0007 (Office)
(902) 497-7198 (Cell)
stewarjl@gov.ns.ca
Halifax Gateway wins 1st place national award for marketing efforts
October 5, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – The Halifax Gateway was recognized nationally this week for their marketing and brand development efforts over the past year.
The 1st place national award was accepted by the Greater Halifax Partnership on behalf of the Halifax Gateway at the Economic Development Association of Canada’s annual conference in Peterborough, Ontario. One hundred and six community submissions were received under the Marketing Canada Awards for 2011, and the Halifax Gateway received the top award under the category Printed Collateral for Halifax Gateway – Make The Connection, a series of print materials which highlight the advantages of moving people and goods through the Halifax Gateway.
One of the key issues identified by the Halifax Gateway Council is the need to market the Halifax Gateway brand consistently and internationally. This material is being utilized by gateway partners at home and in key markets to clearly articulate the value proposition to shippers and travelers.
Nancy Phillips, Executive Director, Halifax Gateway Council, is thrilled that the material is being recognized. “This was a collaborative effort by our partners and it shows that by working together we can achieve great results. We know our gateway is award winning, but it feels great to receive the recognition from peers.”
About the Halifax Gateway:
The Halifax Gateway is strategically positioned on the east coast of North America. Since the mid-eighteenth century, the region has been a gateway for the movement of trade and people. The Gateway is comprised of the Halifax Stanfield International Airport, the International Port of Halifax, two super post-panamax container terminals, CN Rail, a strong logistics and warehousing sector and excellent highway infrastructure. The Halifax Gateway is managed by the Greater Halifax Partnership.
Download copies of the winning print materials at www.halifaxgateway.com.
About Greater Halifax Partnership:
The Greater Halifax Partnership is a catalyst for economic growth and confidence in Greater Halifax, the economic hub of Atlantic Canada. More than 130 of Greater Halifax’s most influential businesses and all three levels of government invest in the Partnership. With their support, the Partnership leverages every municipal economic tax dollar three times to build business confidence, secure business stability and growth, research and report economic trends, and remove roadblocks on behalf of business.
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For more information, contact:
Nancy Phillips
Executive Director, Halifax Gateway Council
Director of Investment and Trade, Greater Halifax Partnership
(902) 490-6003
nphillips@greaterhalifax.com
New investment in Super Post-Panamax cranes inked
at the
Port of Halifax
June 7, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – Macquarie Infrastructure Partners, the owner of Halterm Container Terminal Limited, will invest in two additional Super post-panamax cranes (SPPX) at the Port of Halifax. In 2012, the Port of Halifax will feature four SPPX container berths equipped with seven SPPX cranes following the addition of these new cranes.
"The investment in new cranes is indicative of Halterm’s confidence in the long-term strength of the Halifax market," said Ashley Dinning, CEO of Halterm Container Terminal Limited.
The Port of Halifax features the deepest container berths on the Eastern Seaboard and can handle vessels of any size. Existing capacity at the Port can accommodate a tripling of container volumes. A $35 million terminal project currently underway includes the extension and deepening of the pier which provides operational flexibility to accommodate two of the world's largest vessels simultaneously.
"Macquarie Infrastructure Partners’ investment in new cranes further positions the Port of Halifax as a highly competitive East Coast North American trade gateway," said Karen Oldfield, President and CEO of Halifax Port Authority. "This additional investment signifies a solid private sector commitment to the long-term growth of the Port of Halifax."
For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Public Notice
Halifax Port Authority – Port Practices and Procedures
May 17, 2011
Pursuant to the Canada Marine Act section 56 sub section (1) (b) the Halifax Port Authority has amended the Port Practices and Procedures document. Documents containing more details about the proposal may be obtained from the Halifax Port Authority upon request. Persons interested in making representations, in writing, to the Halifax Port Authority may do so by writing to the address set out below.
Manager, Marine Operations
Halifax Port Authority
P.O Box 336
Halifax, NS B3J 2P6
Cruise Season kicks off at the Port of Halifax
April 19, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – The 2011 cruise season kicked off this past Saturday, April 16th, with the inaugural call of the Princess Danae. This is the first inaugural of the season. The Port of Halifax will welcome seven new cruise ships to the port over the next seven months.
“Halifax and the Atlantic region have been a popular destination and are well ranked in the spring, summer and fall, said Cathy McGrail, Manager of Cruise Development at the Halifax Port Authority. "We are looking forward to another strong season locally.”
The Port of Halifax was recently awarded the Most Efficient Port Service award from Dream World Cruise Destinations magazine. “We congratulate all of the port service providers who work together to deliver a seamless cruise experience” said Ms. McGrail. “The award recognizes the continued effort that everyone puts into developing the cruise industry in Halifax.”
The Port of Halifax cruise activity has a significant economic impact to the region, bringing approximately $50 million in passenger, crew, and cruise line spending each season. The 2011 cruise season lasts until late October.
Some highlights of the 2011 cruise season are:
• Range of 230,000 – 240,000 passengers aboard approximately 126 vessels
• 7 inaugural calls of new cruise ships calling the Port of Halifax for the first time
• $50 million dollar economic impact for the region
• Queen Elizabeth- maiden voyage- Halifax is one of her ports of call
• Destination Halifax has estimated that 8% of tourists to Nova Scotia are cruise passengers
Please find attached a photo of the Princess Danae at the Port of Halifax this past weekend.
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For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Disney Cruise Line to Visit Halifax in 2012
April 6, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – Disney Cruise Line announced today that for the first time ever, they will be calling at the Port of Halifax in 2012. The Port of Halifax will be one of a few new itineraries from New York City.
“We are pleased to offer our guests the opportunity to explore the magic of Halifax and its surrounding areas as part of our five-night cruises up the New England Coast,” said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz. “We believe our guests are going to love this experience.”
“The Disney Magic cruise stop at the Port of Halifax is a wonderful opportunity for passengers to discover the amazing experiences Nova Scotia has to offer,” said Percy Paris, Minister of Economic and Rural Development and Tourism. “It will allow us to showcase the province to new audiences on the international stage, and help us continue to build our tourism industry and promote Nova Scotia as a world-class destination.”
The Port of Halifax is a marquee port in Atlantic Canada and currently has 19 cruise lines calling. The 2011 season is strong with a passenger range between 230,000 - 240,000 on board 126 vessels.
“The Port of Halifax is excited about showcasing our city to thousands of families as they will be visiting Halifax on board the Disney Magic," said Cathy McGrail Manager of Cruise Development with the Halifax Port Authority. “We look forward to working with Disney Cruise Line.”
Disney Magic will be calling at the Port of Halifax nine times in 2012. These calls are part of its five-night cruises from New York up the New England coast with stops in Halifax (Nova Scotia) and Saint John (New Brunswick).
To learn more about Disney Cruise Line please check their website at
http://disneycruise.disney.go.com
**Photo was taken at the announcement in New York City. The President of Disney Cruise Line, Karl Holz is pictured with Cathy McGrail from the Halifax Port Authority, Betty MacMillan and Cindi Creamer Rouse from New Brunswick.
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For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Notice of Halifax Port Authority Annual Meeting
HALIFAX PORT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING
April 27, 2011
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual Meeting of the Halifax Port Authority will be held at the Westin Nova Scotian Hotel, 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 9:00 a.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 25, 2011.
By Order of the Board of Directors
Lorraine Brenton, Corporate Secretary
ADMINISTRATION PORTUAIRE DE HALIFAX
AVIS D’ASSEMBLÉE ANNUELLE
27 avril 2011
SOYEZ AVISÉS PAR CET AVIS que l’Assemblée générale
annuelle de l’Administration portuaire de Halifax se tiendra à
l’hôtel Westin Nova Scotian, 1181, rue Hollis, Halifax, NouvelleÉcosse,
le mercredi 27 avril 2011 à 9 h. Cette assemblée
est ouverte au public.
Des copies des états financiers vérifiés peuvent être consultées
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 (de
8 h 30 à 17 h).
DATÉ à Halifax, Nouvelle-Écosse, le 25 mars 2011.
Par ordre du conseil des directeurs
Lorraine Brenton, secrétaire générale
The Port of Halifax to welcome Cunard Line’s Queen Elizabeth in 2011
March 21, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S – The Port of Halifax will welcome Cunard Line’s Queen Elizabeth this season along with 6 other inaugural calls by cruise vessels. The Queen Elizabeth is the newest luxury ocean liner by Cunard, and will be on her maiden voyage to Canada when she visits Halifax this season.
“The Port of Halifax has another promising cruise season ahead of us for 2011," said Cathy McGrail, Manager of Cruise Development at the Halifax Port Authority. “We look forward to welcoming Queen Elizabeth this season as well as the other inaugural calls. The Cunard Line has a long history in Halifax, dating back to Samuel Cunard who founded the Cunard Line in 1839.” The Port of Halifax cruise activity has a significant economic impact, bringing an estimated expenditure of $50 million from passenger, crew, and cruise lines each year to our local area.”
Some highlights from this year’s cruise season include:
• 7 inaugural calls of new cruise ships calling the Port of Halifax for the first time
• 3 new cruise lines visiting the Port of Halifax
• Range of 230,000 – 240,000 passengers aboard approximately 126 vessels
• Destination Halifax has estimated that 8% of tourists to Nova Scotia are cruise passengers
• $50 million dollar economic impact for the region
The 2011 season kicks off on April 16th with the arrival of the Princess Danae. The 2011 cruise season runs until late October. The Port's full 2011 cruise schedule is now available at www.cruisehalifax.ca
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For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
Continued Investments in the Transportation Sector
Halifax Stanfield International Airport receives funding for runway enhancements
February 21, 2011 – HALIFAX, N.S. – The Halifax Port Authority is pleased to see continued investment in the transportation sector in Nova Scotia. The funding announced this morning by the Federal Government and the Provincial Government for the extension of the Halifax Stanfield International Airport's main runway will be significant in stimulating economic growth for this region.
“Halifax has an international port and airport that connect people and goods globally. This project will be significant in advancing these global connections throughout the transportation sector. The airport is an important link to the Port of Halifax both internationally and to our regional transportation network,” said Karen Oldfield, President and CEO of the Halifax Port Authority. “I want to congratulate the Halifax Stanfield International Airport, the Federal Government and the Provincial Government for recognizing how important these enhancements will be for the region.”
For the full news release with the details of this announcement please visit http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/mediaroom/releases-2011-h018e-6257.htm
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For more information, contact:
Michele Peveril
Senior Manager, Strategic Relations
Halifax Port Authority
(902) 426-1060
mpeveril@portofhalifax.ca
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