Capturing Asian trade a priority
The Port of Prince Rupert’s proposed developments over the next 10 years will provide more capacity to support Canada’s growing trade in the Asia-Pacific region and create over 3,000 jobs in the process.
Their Gateway 2020 Vision report summarizes the plan: http://investnorthwestbc.ca/major-projects-and-investment-opportunities/map-view/prince-rupert/gateway-2020-vision—port-developments
Port Metro Vancouver’s Port 2050 report outlines four possible scenarios for future sustainable growth and development. The consultation process included Port staff, government and industry stakeholders and community participants. Details can be found here: http://www.portmetrovancouver.com/en/port2050.aspx
The ports of Prince Rupert and Vancouver are Asia’s closest ports of entry on the West Coast of North America, up to 58 hours closer than the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
Read more about the BC government’s commitment to providing funding to keep these ports competitive while maintaining their world-class transportation network: http://www.pacificgateway.gov.bc.ca/
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