Vancouver, Port of Vancouver
Port of Vancouver - Canada's largest port and one of the most important ports in North America.
Vancouver is located on Canada's west coast in the province of British Columbia and is one of Canada's most diverse and scenically situated cities. Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, fjords and snow-capped mountains, the city's pulse combines with proximity to nature in a unique way. Vancouver is an important hub for trade, tourism, technology and the film industry, and has been named one of the world's most attractive cities to live in on several occasions. Neighborhoods such as Gastown, with its historic charm, and Yaletown, with modern buildings and a harbor promenade, demonstrate Vancouver's contrasts between old and new. Also nearby are large green spaces such as Stanley Park, one of North America's largest city parks.
Port of Vancouver – Canada’s largest port and one of the most important in North America. The port stretches along the city’s coastline and is a global gateway for trade between Asia and North America. It handles large volumes of container traffic, bulk goods, oil, cars and passenger ships, including a large number of cruise ships departing from Vancouver for Alaska. The Port of Vancouver is also a technical and logistical centre, with advanced infrastructure and a strong focus on environmental adaptation and sustainable development. The port area also includes several sub-ports and terminals, including Centerm, Deltaport and Fraser Surrey Docks.