Ten Years Strong: Building a Safer Port Network Together
It often starts with a phone call. A port partner notices an unfamiliar vehicle lingering near a restricted area. A contractor sees someone where they shouldn’t be. A visitor feels that something “just doesn’t seem right.” Ten years ago, those moments might have gone unreported. But today, thanks to a simple idea, “See Something, Say […]
HOPA Ports Helps Save Hamilton’s Biox Biodiesel Facility
Hamilton, ON — HOPA Ports has taken action to preserve the continued operation of the biodiesel facility in Hamilton previously operated by Biox. Recognized for its strategic value, the Biox facility has operated on port lands for more than two decades, converting used cooking oil, animal fats, and seed oils into high-quality biodiesel. Over its lifespan, […]
City of Sault Ste. Marie and the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority announce new partnership
Sault Ste. Marie, ON – The City of Sault Ste. Marie and the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA Ports) are announcing a partnership to develop a transformative infrastructure initiative: the development of a multimodal port and trade corridor that will connect Northern Ontario to Southern Ontario and export destinations beyond. Anchored by a newly developed […]
HOPA Ports and BMI Group Renew Partnership After Award-Winning 600-Acre Brownfield Transformation, Driving Industrial Growth in Ontario
Partnership Renewal Fuels New Opportunities for Supply Chain Resilience, Tenant Innovation, and Economic Growth HOPA Ports and BMI Group have revitalized over 600 acres in Niagara, creating a nationally recognized industrial hub. Bioveld Niagara hosts scale-ups like CHAR Tech and Destiny Copper, driving global clean-tech innovation. Direct access to marine, rail, and highway networks, plus […]
Harbour West Marina’s Plastics Recycling Program: Leading the Way in Sustainable Boating
How HOPA Ports and Partners Are Reducing Plastic Waste in Hamilton At Harbour West Marina, we believe meaningful environmental change is rooted in everyday actions. This spring, we proudly introduced our Shrink Wrap Recycling Program, an initiative that anchors our commitment to sustainability as part of our Clean Marine Certification. We are delighted to share, […]
Enhancing Nighttime Navigation and Operations at the Port of Oshawa
Delivering Safer, More Efficient Marine Access for Mariners and Industry Partners Thanks to a suite of recent upgrades, vessels can now access the port 24/7, giving shipping agents and lines, and local industries the flexibility they’ve been asking for. That means less waiting, faster cargo moves, and a supply chain that’s more responsive than ever. […]
Canada is Feeding the World with Support from Marine Shipping
As the 2025 marine shipping season has progressed, grain traffic has remained the dominant story of the year per statistics reported by the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation. As of the end of June, total traffic had reached approximately 12.7 million tonnes, representing an increase of approximately 4% year over year when compared to the same period […]
HOPA Ports Awarded for Leadership & Impact
HOPA Ports is thrilled to announce we are the proud recipients of awards presented by CPRS Hamilton and the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce. CPRS Hamilton: Pinnacle Awards Recognizing our commitment to strategic communication and impactful storytelling, HOPA was honoured to receive both the Media Relations Under $50K Gold, and the Multimedia Silver Pinnacle Awards. […]
Annual General Meeting and Community Update
Learn about HOPA Ports recent results and initiatives on the horizon. Opportunity to meet some of our team and network with port partners.
Infrastructure projects help propel HOPA to 11.5 million-tonne year
In 2024, a total of 11,463,906 MT moved through the Port of Hamilton, Port of Oshawa and the Thorold Multimodal Hub Steel-making commodities made up 47.5% of total cargo volume Agri-food grew to 31% of total cargo, highlighting continued sectoral growth 676 vessels transited through HOPA port facilities HAMILTON, ON – HOPA Ports (Hamilton-Oshawa Port […]
