MONTREAL

  • CAMTR
  • Latitude: 45.557
  • Longitude: -73.5167
  • East Coast Canada
  • Port in Canada

Location: Canada

Port of Montreal, Canada

Overview

The Port of Montreal is one of Canada's primary ports and a major hub for international shipping. Situated on the Saint Lawrence River, the port serves as a critical connection between the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes. It handles a diverse array of cargo including containers, bulk cargo, and liquids.

Location

  • Country: Canada
  • Province: Quebec
  • City: Montreal
  • Coordinates: Approximately 45.5° N, 73.5° W

Facilities and Infrastructure

  • Terminals:

    • Container Terminals: There are several major container terminals including the Viau Terminal, Maisonneuve Terminal, Cast Terminal, and Racine Terminal.
    • Bulk Terminals: These handle a variety of dry and liquid bulk cargo.
    • Grain Terminals: Dedicated facilities for grain export.
    • Cruise Terminal: Iberville Passenger Terminal caters to cruise ships.
  • Berths: Multiple berths accommodating vessels of varying sizes.

  • Draft Depth: Generally ranging from 11 to 15 meters, suitable for Panamax and smaller vessels.

  • Storage: Warehousing and open storage areas for various types of cargo.

  • Equipment: Modern cranes, forklifts, and other cargo handling equipment.

Connectivity

  • Rail Connections: Extensive rail connections linking to Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific (CP) railway networks.
  • Road Network: Well-connected to highways facilitating efficient truck transport.
  • Airports: Proximity to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport for air freight integration.
  • Intermodal Facilities: Robust intermodal facilities for seamless cargo transfer between different transport modes.

Services

  • Pilotage: Mandatory pilotage requirements are in place for navigating the Saint Lawrence River.
  • Tug Services: Available for assisting with berthing and unberthing.
  • Customs and Inspection: On-site customs facilities and inspection services.
  • Marine Services: Maintenance, repair, and bunkering services available.

Operations

  • Cargo Types: Containers (both dry and refrigerated), bulk cargo (grains, minerals, chemicals), liquid cargo (petroleum products, chemicals), and general cargo.
  • Annual Throughput: Handles millions of tons of cargo annually, serving as a vital link in international and regional trade.
  • Shipping Lines: Services from major global shipping lines making regular port calls.

Economic and Strategic Importance

  • Employment: A major employer in the region, supporting thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
  • Economic Impact: Contributes significantly to the local and national economy through trade activities.
  • Strategic Role: Key point in the supply chain for industries across North America.

Recent Developments

  • Expansion Projects: Ongoing terminal expansions and modernization projects to increase capacity and improve efficiency.
  • Environmental Initiatives: Programs aimed at reducing the environmental impact of port operations, including green technologies and sustainability practices.

Contact Information

  • Montreal Port Authority Website: Port of Montreal
  • Address: 2100 Pierre-Dupuy Avenue, Wing 1, Montreal, Quebec, h2C 3R5, Canada
  • Phone: +1 514-283-7011

The Port of Montreal continues to evolve and adapt to meet the growing demands of global trade, maintaining its position as a crucial maritime gateway in North America.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
OCEAN SERGE GENOIS Towing/Tug MONTREAL 03:58:00
VILLE-MARIE Port 02:31:04
OCEAN INTREPIDE Towing/Tug MONTREAL 01:29:01
FEDERAL FRONTIER Cargo CAMTR 01:26:14
JOSEE H Port TROIS-RIVIERES 12:58:15
1841 Port 4/24/2025
MOMBASA EXPRESS Cargo CA SJB>CA MTR 4/24/2025
OCEAN PIERRE JULIEN Towing/Tug MONTREAL#57 4/24/2025
OCEAN MAISONNEUVE II Port MONTREAL 4/24/2025
NAVARK ARCHIPEL Passenger 4/24/2025
MSC CAGLIARI IV Cargo CAMTR>>>CAHAL 4/24/2025
CSL ST-LAURENT Cargo MONTREAL 4/24/2025
FEDERAL SEVERN Cargo CAMTR 4/24/2025
SPRUCEGLEN Cargo THUNDER BAY 4/24/2025
OCEAN JUPITER Towing/Tug 4/22/2025
FLEVOGRACHT Cargo CAMTR 4/21/2025
FEDERAL HUNTER Cargo MONTREAL 4/21/2025
BOATMAN 6 Towing/Tug TR 4/21/2025
FEDERAL SPEY Cargo CAMTR 4/21/2025
FEDERAL BERING Cargo LANORAIE ANCHORAGE 4/20/2025

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