Canadian airlines and shippers urge Ottawa for increased funding for sustainable transport initiatives
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Airlines and marine shippers in Canada are urging the federal government to bolster funding for sustainable transport initiatives, with a focus on green supply chains and infrastructure upgrades. The calls come ahead of the federal budget scheduled to be tabled on April 16.
The National Airlines Council of Canada emphasized the need for incentives to support the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) domestically, as currently, not a drop of SAF is produced within the country. The council highlighted the demand from airlines for SAF and called for federal incentives to match programs in other countries, such as the United States.
Meanwhile, the Chamber of Marine Commerce stressed the importance of funding for initiatives like the green shipping corridor program and the National Trade Corridor Fund. Investments in electrification of ports and emissions reduction measures are crucial to maintain competitiveness and prevent shippers from diverting to U.S. ports.
The government’s current efforts, such as the green shipping corridor program and the National Trade Corridors Fund, have been noted, but industry representatives are advocating for additional funding to keep pace with initiatives south of the border. They also seek reforms in areas like airport infrastructure funding and certification programs for ship pilots to enhance competitiveness and reduce regulatory burdens.
Overall, airlines and shippers are calling for increased federal support to drive sustainable transportation and ensure Canada remains competitive in the global market.
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