Recent News
CMISA: Government Must Address Chinese Shipbuilding with the Same Urgency as Chinese-Built EVs
The Canadian Marine Industries and Shipbuilding Association (CMISA) commends the recent government decision to impose a 100% surtax on Chinese-made electric vehicles. This bold action underscores the importance of protecting Canadian industries and national security. However, the same decisive measures must be extended to Chinese-built ships, which present an even greater strategic and ethical threat.
Fireboats Typically Powered by Outboards are Much in Demand
This past spring, MetalCraft Marine had five of its FireStorm 40 under contract and a sixth was about to be sold to the Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department, which will use it for 24/7 security as well as a fireboat.
Canadian Surface Combatant Land-Based Testing Facility
An update on the construction of the Canadian Surface Combatant Land-Based Testing Facility (LBTF) will take place at Hartlen Point in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia, between winter 2025 and fall 2027.
Building the Next Generation of Toronto Island Ferries in Ontario
The City of Toronto recently decided to progress to final negotiations with a foreign company that will build the next generation of Toronto Island Ferries outside of Ontario and Canada, directing over $90 million of Toronto taxpayers’ money to a foreign shipyard, negatively impacting local shipyards and workers.
Ontario Investing $10 Million to Train Workers in Shipbuilding and Repair
The Ontario government is investing $10 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream with Ontario Shipyards Inc. to train and upskill workers for careers in the shipbuilding and repair sector.
IDEaS Marketplace: Bringing New Solutions to Light
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security Marketplace 2024 showcased funded innovators and select Canadian innovators who participated in NATO’s Defence Accelerator for the North Atlantic pilot challenges.
National Shipbuilding Strategy Projects: Repair, Refit and Maintenance Projects
More information about recent repair, refit and maintenance projects, including in service support contracts, awarded by the National Shipbuilding Strategy, under its third pillar.
Ship Green Launches Carbon Calculator for Tracking CO2 Emissions
In an effort to address the growing environmental challenges in the shipping and logistics industry, a UK-based initiative, Ship Green, has recently launched an “industry-first” “cost-effective” carbon calculator for tracking shipping emissions. This tool is expected to aid industry professionals in measuring and managing their carbon footprint.
411 New Hydrogen Ships Needed to Meet Future Hydrogen Demand
To meet 30 million tonnes of annual global green hydrogen demand, the world would require 411 new hydrogen vessels, according to a report published by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).
Join the Discussion: Consulting Canadians on the Operation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
There is an opportunity to assess the operation of CUSMA and ensure the Agreement remains current. The CUSMA Parties will undertake the first joint review of the Agreement in 2026, which will be an opportunity for the Parties to discuss the functioning of CUSMA, assess the progress of its implementation and consider how to ensure the Agreement is robust enough to address future challenges and to ensure continued North American competitiveness and prosperity.
Recruiting Friends for the Polar Icebreaker Express: Viewing the ICE Pact through Broader Defense Industrial Cooperation
During the 75th NATO Summit in July 2024, NATO members reaffirmed the importance of the alliance with a specific focus on nine opportunities for greater development and collaboration, including industrial cooperation and resilience. At the summit, Canada, Finland, and the United States released their plan to create the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort, or ICE Pact, to increase manufacturing capacity for polar icebreakers and related capabilities, aligning with these two goals.
Working with DARPA: Global Participation and Engagements
DARPA reminds you to check out “Working with DARPA: Global Participation and Engagements” – an online training module for global participants interesting in learning about how to work with DARPA. This module is available on DARPAConnect – an online platform that aims to broaden DARPA’s reach and stimulate growth and collaboration with small businesses and education institutions new to the national security space.
WWF Seeks More Concrete Directions in Canada’s Draft Ocean Noise Strategy
The draft Ocean Noise Strategy — announced in 2016, promised for 2021 and finally released by the federal government last week — is an important step forward, says WWF-Canada. But it affirms the draft recommendations lack clear direction on how and when Canada will determine, implement and enforce critical pieces like noise thresholds and limits, area-based noise targets and regulatory review.
The Future HMCS Frédérick Rolette: Canada’s Fifth Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship is Delivered to the Royal Canadian Navy
During a ceremony at Halifax Shipyard, Dirk Lesko, Irving Shipbuilding President; Rear Admiral Josée Kurtz, Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint Task Force Atlantic Commander; and Commander Jolene Lisi, HMCS Frédérick Rolette Commanding Officer, signed the ship’s documents.
Hanwha Ocean Becomes First Korean Shipyard to Secure U.S. Navy MRO Contract
Hanwha Ocean has become the first South Korean shipyard to secure a U.S. Navy ship maintenance, repair and overhaul contract, after having received a Master Ship Repair Agreement after a record seven month certification period.
Eskasoni celebrates grand opening of shiyard in Sydport
On August 28th, Eskasoni First Nation celebrated the official opening of its newly incorporated shipyard in Sydport in partnership with Marine Recycling Corporation.
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