The Future Fleet of the Canadian Coast Guard
Canada’s vast and rugged coastlines, stretching over 243,000 kilometres, is not only a defining geographic feature but a critical lifeline...
Polar Max Steel Cutting Signals a New Era in Canadian Arctic Shipbuilding
Lévis, Québec — Canada’s Arctic ambitions are about to get a massive boost. On August 20, Davie officially launched construction...
Navigating Budget Risks in Weapons Systems Platform Acquisitions
In a previous VANGUARD article, I explained my perspective on why risk aversion is prevalent in Canada and other democracies,...
Canadian Armed Forces Bolster Arctic Presence with Multi-Region Operations
This summer and early fall, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have intensified their presence across the Arctic, deploying a diverse...
Seaspan Celebrates 15 Years of Canadian Shipbuilding Excellence with the National Shipbuilding Strategy
North Vancouver, B.C., Aug. 12, 2025 — A milestone moment unfolded at Seaspan Shipyards’ Vancouver facility this week as the...
Seaspan Strengthens BC’s Arctic Operations with Local Supplier Partnership
A Milestone for Canada’s Heavy Polar Icebreaker Project Seaspan Shipyards has entered into a pivotal Master Service Agreement (MSA) with...
Canadian Coast Guard Welcomes CCGS Baie des Chaleurs to Its Fleet
The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) has long been integral to the safety of mariners and the protection of Canada’s vast...
Seaspan signs MoU with Ontario-based Stigterstaal Canada and Algoma Steel
Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards (Seaspan) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Stigterstaal Canada and Algoma Steel Inc. The partnership is...
Terma and Sperry Marine partner to equip Canada’s icebreaker fleet with SCANTER surveillance radars
Terma A/S has partnered with Sperry Marine to deliver the SCANTER 4603 and SCANTER 6002 series of naval surveillance radar...
The Canadian Coast Guard launches its 2025 Arctic Summer Season
The Canadian Coast Guard has launched its annual Arctic summer operations. Guided by its new Arctic Strategy, the Coast Guard...