DP World, Arctic Gateway Group, and CentrePort Canada Sign MOU to Explore New Arctic Trade Corridor

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire DP World, Arctic Gateway Group, and CentrePort Canada Sign MOU to Explore New Arctic Trade CorridorAuthor of the article:Agreement will evaluate opportunities to connect Manitoba’s inland and northern infrastructure with global markets, supporting Canada’s trade diversificationTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountVANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World, Arctic Gateway Group (AGG), and CentrePort Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the development of an integrated trade corridor connecting Western Canada through the Port of Churchill on Hudson Bay to international markets.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.The agreement aligns with Canada’s efforts to diversify international trade routes and strengthen supply chain resilience by exploring additional infrastructure and transportation options for Canadian businesses.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againUnder the non-binding agreement, the organizations will evaluate opportunities for DP World to participate in port operations, logistics services, and related activities at the Port of Churchill, including potential investment or joint venture opportunities with AGG. DP World would contribute global port and terminal operating expertise, cargo development and logistics capabilities, and connections to its international network.The parties will explore an intermodal corridor connecting CentrePort Canada in Winnipeg via the Hudson Bay Railway to the Port of Churchill, creating potential access to international markets through Churchill and DP World’s global network. The parties will assess opportunities for containerized, bulk and project cargo, including agricultural products and grain, critical minerals, machinery, and other commodities produced across Manitoba and the broader Prairie and Northern Canadian region, while evaluating the infrastructure, commercial, and operational requirements needed to support a potential corridor.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Doug Smith, CEO of DP World in Canada, said: “Canada’s long-term trade competitiveness depends on having resilient, diversified corridors that connect Canadian businesses and commodities to markets around the world. This agreement is an opportunity to explore how the Port of Churchill, the Hudson Bay Railway, and CentrePort Canada can connect more effectively with DP World’s global network and end-to-end logistics capabilities. By bringing together complementary infrastructure and expertise, we can help strengthen Canada’s supply chains, create new options for exporters, and support the growth of trade through Manitoba and across the country.”Exploring a New Trade Corridor Through ManitobaAGG, an Indigenous-led enterprise, operates the Port of Churchill, North America’s only deep-water Arctic seaport connected by rail, and the Hudson Bay Railway, which connects the port to the broader North American rail network. AGG is owned by a partnership of 41 Indigenous and northern communities, including 29 First Nations and representation from Inuit in the Kivalliq region. Its ownership model is designed to support employment, workforce development, and community investment across the North.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.CentrePort Canada is one of North America’s largest tri-modal inland ports and foreign trade zones, providing road, rail, and air connectivity in Winnipeg. Strategically located at the intersection of key trade corridors, CentrePort Canada connects businesses to major markets across North America and internationally.The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, said: “Canada is building stronger, more resilient trade corridors that connect Canadian businesses to markets around the world. This agreement between the Arctic Gateway Group, CentrePort, and DP World is an important opportunity to strengthen connections between northern, inland and global transportation networks, diversify our routes, and create new opportunities for Canadian exporters.”The Honourable Jamie Moses, Minister of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation for Manitoba, said: “Manitoba is uniquely positioned to help connect Canadian goods to global markets during a time when building resilient and diversified supply chains has never been more important. This partnership highlights the strategic value of the Port of Churchill and the partnerships of CentrePort Canada and DP World in creating new opportunities for investment, exports, and job creation across our province.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Chris Avery, President & CEO, Arctic Gateway Group, said: “This year has brought the most diverse mix of commodities ever shipped through the Port of Churchill, and there is growing international attention on what we are building in Manitoba’s North. We want to build on that momentum together with our partners at CentrePort Canada and with the global expertise of DP World. By better integrating Churchill with Manitoba’s inland transportation and trade infrastructure, we can create a truly unified trade corridor, connecting Western Canadian resources to new markets and diversifying Canadian trade for a stronger future.”Carly Edmundson, President & CEO, CentrePort Canada Inc., said: “Inland ports play an important role in extending the reach of seaports and connecting them to national and global supply chains. DP World’s expertise and network will further help companies access the four trade corridors that intersect at CentrePort: The Arctic gateway via the Port of Churchill, as well as the Mid-Continent, Asia Pacific, and eastern gateways.”The MOU establishes a two-year framework for the parties to advance discussions and evaluate potential port operations, terminal development, strategic investments, partnerships, and infrastructure requirements. It does not create binding investment or operating commitments.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. For more insights into how DP World is reshaping global trade, visit our website: www.dpworld.com For media enquiries, please contact: Melina VissatHead of Communicationsmelina.vissat@dpworld.com(+1) 704-605-6159 Follow DP World on:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DP_WorldLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dp-world About DP World DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. In the Americas, DP World operates with a team of over 16,000 people across 12 countries, driving excellence through a robust network of 14 ports and terminals and more than 40 warehouses. By harnessing our global reach and local expertise, we simplify logistics, enhance operational performance, and redefine the boundaries of what’s possible in global trade.WE MAKE TRADE FLOWThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.