Partner Profile: SoBi Hamilton

SoBi Hamilton is the local non-profit that operates Hamilton’s extensive bike share system. The system of 825 bicycles and over 130 hubs provides residents with a healthy, affordable and sustainable mode of transportation. When SoBi was first looking to come to Hamilton in 2014 they were in need of a storage facility for their pre-…Read More→

Doors Open – May 5 and 6

605 James St

Explore the Hamilton Port Authority’s wonderful art moderne-style headquarters by the bay. Learn about the Port of Hamilton – the largest port in Ontario. Enjoy the panoramic harbour view from the sixth-floor boardroom. Your visit will also include: displays, the “What is a Port?” video, and a giant colouring page. Saturday, May 5  10:00-4:00 Sunday,…Read More→

HPA’s Sustainability Report

HPA is proud to present its first ever Sustainability Report The report outlines HPA’s ongoing commitment to transparency, and explores what the port does, how it interacts with our community, and how decisions are made to support social, environmental and economic sustainability. It is also an opportunity to celebrate our successes. A sustainable Port of…Read More→

First ship contest winner!

The first vessel of the 2018 shipping season has arrived at the Port of Hamilton! The beautiful Algoma Equinox was the first of the season, carrying cargo of approx. 27,000 MT iron ore pellets for delivery to ArcelorMittal Dofasco. The vessel was loaded at Two Harbors last season, and overwintered in Thunder Bay. The vessel…Read More→

Supply Chain Job Fair – April 4

Did you know: the ‘supply chain’ sector is one of Hamilton’s biggest employers? The supply chain refers to all of the steps involved in getting goods from their producers to the customer. People are needed at every step of the way to make sure goods move efficiently. The kinds of jobs in this field range…Read More→

Statement regarding Toronto Tank Lines incident

We are deeply saddened by the loss of an employee of port tenant Toronto Tank Lines/Ontario Truck Wash, who passed away last evening. More than 2,100 people work at Port of Hamilton tenant companies, and each one of them is an important member of our port family. On behalf of the staff and board of the…Read More→

Record year for agricultural shipments through the Port of Hamilton

  Hamilton, ON – The Port of Hamilton continues to expand its role as a leading transportation hub for Ontario’s agri-food sector. In 2017, the port handled its highest-ever total of agricultural products. Close to 2.3 million metric tonnes (MT) of commodities such as Ontario-grown corn, wheat and soybeans, as well as canola, sugar, potash…Read More→

Port FAQs

  What is a port?    Why all the security measures at Port facilities?  For more information:  Community News Environment Current Projects

2017 #PortCity Flagship Initiatives

In 2017, we took time to listen to our neighbours and other stakeholders about ways to improve port-community interactions, and build awareness and pride in our port city. We are embedding sustainability into our decision-making and long-term planning, and we have completed some short-term actions in 2017. Here are a few: 1.       Restore the original…Read More→

Mohawk-Port Authority partnership helps bridge transport sector skills gap

HAMILTON, ON – Mohawk College and the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) have partnered to help connect students with employment in the transportation sector. Hamilton’s transportation network is a major part of the city’s unique economic advantage, with access to road, rail, marine and air modes for the movement of goods. At the Port of Hamilton…Read More→

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