Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA)

Prince Rupert Port Authority announces new Board appointment

The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) has announced changes to its Board of Directors. Pablo Rodriguez, minister of Transport for the Government of Canada, confirmed the appointment of Rod Graham.

Rod Graham, president of Velocity Truck Centres in Canada, brings extensive experience as a senior corporate executive across various sectors, including financial/investment, transportation, alternative energy, construction, manufacturing, and resource services. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst...

https://container-news.com/prince-rupert-port-authority-announces-new-board-appointment/

Innovate BC tests zero and low-emission trucks at Port of Prince Rupert

Through an Integrated Marketplace project led by Innovate BC, new zero and low-emission heavy-duty (HDZEV) trucks will be integrated into operations at the Port of Prince Rupert.

This initiative aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability in British Columbia’s transportation sector.

The HDZEV project will introduce four new trucks: two hydrogen-powered, one battery-electric, and one hydrogen-diesel co-combustion. These trucks will be used on existing operational routes to...

https://container-news.com/innovate-bc-tests-zero-and-low-emission-trucks-at-port-of-prince-rupert/

Prince Rupert Port appoints two new directors

The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) has announced updates to its Board of Directors. The appointment of Hilary Cassady has been confirmed by Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport for the Government of Canada.

Additionally, Lee Brain has been confirmed for the appointment by the City of Prince Rupert and the District of Port Edward.

Moreover, Cassady joins the board as a User Appointee, selected in consultation with the Port User Nominating Committee. With a wealth of experience in corporate...

https://container-news.com/prince-rupert-port-appoints-two-new-directors/

Port of Prince Rupert handles 23.5 million cargo tonnes in 2023

In 2023, the Port of Prince Rupert handled 23.5 million tonnes of cargo, translating to a decrease of 5% compared to the volumes recorded in the previous year.

According to a statement, this marks the third consecutive year of declining volume and reflects the challenges posed by the dynamic nature of global shipping routes, subdued demand for imports, and the competitive landscape with other North American trade gateways for discretionary cargo.

Nonetheless, amidst the volume decline,...

https://container-news.com/port-of-prince-rupert-handles-23-5-million-cargo-tonnes-in-2023/

Prince Rupert Port focuses on rescue equipment

The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) participated in an event held May 17th to celebrate the completion of critical search and rescue equipment upgrades for the Lax Kw’alaams Rescue Society in which PRPA contributed $55,345 from its Community Investment Fund.

The Lax Kw’alaams Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCM-SAR) station 65’s equipment was out of date and in need of frequent repair causing downtime for the search and rescue team. By upgrading the engines and electronic equipment,...

https://container-news.com/prince-rupert-port-rescue-equipment/

Prince Rupert Port unveils container terminal master plan

The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) announced on May 13 the completion of a container terminal master plan that outlines the potential of future container terminal capacity and sequencing of development at the Port of Prince Rupert. The planning work identifies the long-term potential to develop 6 – 7 million TEUs of capacity through the development of multiple terminals at the Port of Prince Rupert.

The plan’s research was completed with the assistance of AECOM, a global leader in...

https://container-news.com/prince-ruper-port-unveils-container-terminal-master-plan/

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