Many economic factors make shipping through Belledune a very attractive option. More ships are now available, costs are lower and we are ideally situated to respond to shipping needs.

We enjoy an excellent business relationship within the region; we work in cooperation with Donald Hammond, Executive Director with Enterprise Chaleur and we look forward to working with Andy Flanagan, Community Development Officer with the Village of Belledune. This area is business-friendly and has everything one could want in manufacturing expertise and resources.

Changes to the Canada Marine Act now allow applications for federal funding to support port growth. Expanding our Port’s facilities and services is crucial and very expensive.

Congratulations go out to the Shaw Group Inc. as they celebrate a successful year of operation in Belledune. We look forward to attracting more new clients. Talks are ongoing to ship wind turbines to Belledune from Denmark, Scotland and Spain.

The Port is now a member of the Southern New Brunswick Atlantic Gateway Council. We are energetically marketing the Port and reaching out to all potential clients. Being elected as the Atlantic Canada representative on the Board of the Association of Canadian Port Authorities (ACPA) provides yet another opportunity to raise the Port’s profile in the shipping business.

Mark Doucet and Tracy Eddy are both now permanent members of our staff. This completes the structure at the Port. Welcome aboard!

Appreciation is extended to our clients and to all levels of government for their support and interest in the Port of Belledune.

Our diversity, innovativeness and reputation for excellence flow from the loyal and dedicated staff and directors at the Port.

Rayburn Doucett
President and CEO
Belledune Port Authority