The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority today launched a new centralized scheduling system for commercial ships—the first of its kind at a Canadian port—designed to enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of goods movement at the Port of Vancouver.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has approved a permit application from the Vancouver Drydock Company Ltd Partnership (Seaspan) to expand its drydock facilities in North Vancouver.

Vancouver, B.C.: The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority welcomes the Government of British Columbia’s decision to issue an environmental assessment certificate for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project.

On September 12, 2023, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority board of directors amended the land use plan to incorporate one property acquisition in Surrey, and two re-designations to existing port authority sites in Coquitlam and Electoral Area A—Indian Arm

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority today launched Connect+, a new program name to unify its suite of supply chain digitalization and optimization projects at the Port of Vancouver

The 13-day-long strike action has significantly disrupted port operations. As a result, a number of commercial vessels are currently waiting offshore to enter the Port of Vancouver and proceed with cargo loading or unloading operations. Unfortunately, due to the limited availability of anchorages at the Port of Vancouver and in the South Coast region, it is not feasible to accommodate all vessels simultaneously.

After nearly two weeks of labour dispute between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Canada and the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA), the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is pleased to see progress made towards a deal, following Minister O’Regan’s request for a federal mediator to send a settlement proposal.

Today, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority board of directors announces Catherine McLay as its incoming chair effective July 1, 2023 for a two-year term. Catherine joined the port authority’s board of directors in 2017.

After careful consideration, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority decided in 2022 to permanently discontinue the evening fireworks display for July 1 at Canada Place primarily due to rising costs.

The public is invited to attend an open house or visit the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority website to learn more about proposed amendments to the port authority’s land use plan and provide feedback.