The Chamber of Marine Commerce

The Chamber of Marine Commerce The Chamber of Marine Commerce is a bi-national association that represents more than 100 marine indu Lawrence, Coastal and Arctic regions.

The Chamber advocates for safe, sustainable, harmonized and competitive policy and regulation that recognizes the marine transportation system's significant advantages in the Great Lakes, St.

The Chamber of Marine Commerce applauds today’s official launch of the Commodities Sectoral Support Program by Transport...
08/10/2026

The Chamber of Marine Commerce applauds today’s official launch of the Commodities Sectoral Support Program by Transport Canada, which creates a $100 million fund that will be used to rebate 50 per cent of eligible rail or marine transportation costs for Canadian steel moving between provinces and territories (see: https://heyor.ca/iFymt7). Marine shipping is the most efficient and sustainable means for moving what matters, and CMC members are ready to do their part to maximize the success of this program.

We thank Minister Steven MacKinnon and his department staff for their engagement with the marine industry as the details of this program were developed, and we also thank les Armateurs du Saint-Laurent / St. Lawrence Ship Operators and the Ontario Marine Council for their contributions to the process. Increasing interprovincial trade and strengthening the economy starts with strong supply chains, and this announcement shows the Federal Government’s strong commitment and foresight in this regard.

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La Chambre de commerce maritime salue le lancement officiel, aujourd’hui, du Programme de soutien sectoriel aux produits de base par Transports Canada; ce programme établit un fonds de 100 millions de dollars destiné à rembourser 50 % des coûts admissibles de transport ferroviaire ou maritime pour l’acier canadien acheminé entre les provinces et les territoires (voir : https://heyor.ca/iFymt7). Le transport maritime constitue le moyen le plus efficace et le plus durable d’acheminer les marchandises essentielles, et les membres de la Chambre sont prêts à apporter leur contribution pour assurer le plein succès de ce programme.

Nous remercions le ministre MacKinnon et les fonctionnaires de son ministère pour leur collaboration avec l’industrie maritime lors de l’élaboration de ce programme, ainsi que les Armateurs du Saint-Laurent et le Conseil maritime de l'Ontario pour leur participation au processus. Le renforcement du commerce interprovincial et de l’économie repose sur des chaînes d’approvisionnement solides; cette annonce témoigne de l’engagement ferme et de la vision du gouvernement fédéral à cet égard.

08/07/2026

Happy ! ⚓

Pictured is the Claude A. Desgagnés offloading batteries in Johnstown, ON. This video was captured from the top of the Johnstown grain elevator by CMC President and CEO Joshua Juel during a recent visit to the Port of Johnstown! 🚢 🔋

Explore the Desgagnés here: https://heyor.ca/w9lDeA

Congratulations to CMC's U.S. port members, the Port of Buffalo, Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor, Port Milwaukee, and the ...
08/04/2026

Congratulations to CMC's U.S. port members, the Port of Buffalo, Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor, Port Milwaukee, and the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, who were all recognized with Pacesetter Awards at last week's American Great Lakes Ports Association Conference in Chicago! 🎉⚓

Your commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership is making a meaningful impact in your communities and the greater marine industry, and we're proud to celebrate your well-deserved achievements.

CMC was proud to sponsor this year’s conference and support an event that brought together leaders to share knowledge, build connections, and celebrate excellence across the marine sector.

Congratulations again to all of the award recipients! 👏

07/31/2026

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Pictured is Algoma Central Corporation's NACC Argonaut, a pneumatic cement carrier, exiting the Eisenhower Lock, upbound on the St. Lawrence Seaway 🚢

Explore the Algoma Central Corporation here: https://heyor.ca/3SsCAg

Please join us in welcoming the Town of Collingwood as a new member of the Chamber of Marine Commerce! ⚓️ Located on the...
07/29/2026

Please join us in welcoming the Town of Collingwood as a new member of the Chamber of Marine Commerce! ⚓️

Located on the shores of Georgian Bay in Lake Huron, Collingwood has a rich waterfront heritage and a strong connection to the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system. Its location highlights the importance of resilient waterfronts, sustainable development, and the continued role of Great Lakes port communities in supporting commerce and economic opportunities across the region.

The town has a progressive vision to reinterpret their former industrial waterfront into housing, hotel and event space, and greater public access to the water, whilst retaining future optionality for periodic access by commercial, cruise, and coast guard vessels should they make sense for the community and local business needs.

Collingwood joins a growing CMC network of communities and organizations committed to collaboration, innovation, and advancing meaningful waterfront initiatives. We look forward to working together, sharing knowledge, and supporting Collingwood as they plan for waterfront projects that are important to their community.

We’re excited to have the Town of Collingwood on board; welcome to the CMC!

Happy  ! ⚓Pictured are the M/T Paul A. Desgagnés and the M/T Rossi A. Desgagnés at the Port of Québec in Québec City 🚢 E...
07/24/2026

Happy ! ⚓

Pictured are the M/T Paul A. Desgagnés and the M/T Rossi A. Desgagnés at the Port of Québec in Québec City 🚢

Explore the Desgagnés here: https://heyor.ca/w9lDeA

📸: Desgagnés

Earlier this week in Washington, DC, CMC's President & CEO Joshua Juel met with Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R-TX, 1) to...
07/24/2026

Earlier this week in Washington, DC, CMC's President & CEO Joshua Juel met with Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R-TX, 1) to discuss the American Shipyard Investment Act – and CMC's strong support for this proposed legislation.

The bill would help drive investment in shipyard infrastructure, strengthening industrial capacity, supply chains, skilled jobs, and the long-term competitiveness of the U.S. maritime industry, including the bi-national Great Lakes-St. Lawrence region. ⚓

We appreciate Congressman Moran's leadership in advancing policies that recognize the vital role of shipyards in keeping fleets operating safely, efficiently, and reliably.

The CMC is proud to sponsor this year's American Great Lakes Ports Association conference and support an important event...
07/23/2026

The CMC is proud to sponsor this year's American Great Lakes Ports Association conference and support an important event that brings together professionals from across the Great Lakes maritime community 👏 🚢

We look forward to engaging discussions, fostering new connections, and strengthening the partnerships that keep our industry moving!

The CMC is a proud supporter of U.S. Great Lakes ports and is pleased to sponsor the upcoming American Great Lakes Ports...
07/21/2026

The CMC is a proud supporter of U.S. Great Lakes ports and is pleased to sponsor the upcoming American Great Lakes Ports Association conference in Chicago! ⚓️

We're looking forward to the conversations, insights, and opportunities to connect with longstanding partners and industry leaders throughout the event. See you in Chicago! 🚢

Join us in welcoming Ports of Indiana as a new member of the Chamber of Marine Commerce! ⚓️Representing Ports of Indiana...
07/20/2026

Join us in welcoming Ports of Indiana as a new member of the Chamber of Marine Commerce! ⚓️

Representing Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor on Lake Michigan, along with Ports of Indiana-Jeffersonville and Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon on the Ohio River, Ports of Indiana's three-port network connects businesses to global markets through the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway, inland waterways, rail, and highways, playing a vital role in strengthening North American trade and supply chains.

Fun Fact: The Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor generates an impressive annual economic impact of $4.63 billion USD and supports approximately 28,400 jobs! 🚢

We look forward to collaborating with Ports of Indiana to advance a safe, sustainable, and competitive marine transportation industry. Welcome aboard!

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