Vancouver invests in Asian gateway

As part of the government of Canada’s commitment to the Beyond the Border Action Plan, an investment of CAD$49.9m is being made by the port in two new marine container examination facilities to meet the anticipated growth in container volume through Deltaport, BC.

Ed Fast, Minister of international trade, said: “I am proud to announce our government’s investment which will help increase our exports to new markets by moving goods, services and people in a more effective manner.”

“These investments will also facilitate our growing trade and investment ties to fast-growing Asia-Pacific markets and build on our competitive advantages.”

The new Roberts Bank facility will be located at the east end of the Deltaport causeway on the Tsawwassen First Nation Industries Lands and is expected to open in the summer of 2015. The other Burrard Inlet facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2015.

PMV says they will help reduce processing times, resulting in savings for Canadian businesses, while protecting the health, safety and security of Canadians.

“Once operational, the facility will reduce travel time and related emissions by a factor of 10 and, since the facility is located on TFN lands, it is anticipated that there will be both construction and full-time employment opportunities available to TFN members,” added Robin Silvester, president and CEO, Port Metro Vancouver.