Transportation Minister Lloyd Hines strongly insists the Nova Scotia road building industry has the machinery, labour and capacity to twin sections of highways 103, 101 and 104.
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Transportation
Highways Minister Lloyd Hines: NS Road Builders Have Capacity To Twin The 103,101 & 104
Dec 22, 2017 | Transportation
Joyce Carter On Women In Aviation
Nov 17, 2017 | Transportation
When Joyce Carter was appointed chief executive officer of the Halifax International Airport Authority she made history as the first woman to run a major airport in Canada.
Airport & Port Apply For Funds From $2-billion Trudeau Infrastructure Pot
Nov 10, 2017 | Transportation
Time will tell how much money the Halifax Port Authority is seeking from the federal Trudeau government.
Halifax Waterfront Unions To Begin Labour Contract Negotiations
Nov 10, 2017 | Transportation
The union representing Halifax waterfront longshoremen is gearing up to begin contract negotiations.
Michelin Continues To Honour Bob Manuge
Nov 10, 2017 | Transportation
It is good to see tire manufacturing giant Michelin continues to honour the tremendous legacy of Bob Manuge, who died several years ago at age 93.
Scott Brison Wanted A New Container Terminal
Nov 3, 2017 | Transportation
Halifax Port Authority began studying the idea of building a new container terminal at the Imperial Oil refinery site because federal Member of Parliament Scott Brison ordered the study.
Halifax Airport Authority Wants To Expand Export Cargo Offerings
Nov 3, 2017 | Transportation
Halifax International Airport Authority is planning to expand the facility’s cargo output by expanding its cargo logistics park, and erecting another building with a large refrigerated component.
Will Port Board Renew Oldfield’s Contract Or Search For A Replacement?
Oct 27, 2017 | Transportation
Hector Jacques, chair of the Halifax Port Authority, is not commenting on whether the port has started negotiations to retain long-time CEO Karen Oldfield.
Joe Randell In A Chat, Part II
Oct 27, 2017 | Transportation
In part two of my chat with Joe Randell, the founder and CEO of Chorus Aviation, he talks about keeping his corporate headquarters in Halifax and enjoying his long-time hobby.
A Conversation With Joe Randell
Oct 20, 2017 | Transportation
Joe Randell was recognized recently with the Ernst & Young (EY) award as entrepreneur of the year.
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