The Port of Québec against Covid-19: our role and our presence in the heart of the community are essential

In addition to strict prevention measures, the Port of Quebec has also implemented solidarity actions to assist people at risk as much as possible. To express its solidarity to the people, the Port has also illuminated several facilities symbolizing the rainbow. The Port of Québec is an active member of AIVP since 2011 AIVP – North America is heavily affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. How is the virus affecting the Port of Québec, especially on the logistical and economical aspects? Mario Girard, CEO, Port of Québec - On the logistical and economic level, the main impacts have been on cruise ships, for which Canada has prohibited their entry into Canada until July 1, 2020. For us, for the moment, this represents about 15% of our annual volume, our peak period being September and October. Our first quarter of 2020 ended with a 1% increase in volume compared to the same date last year, despite the situation. Liquid bulk volumes, particularly hydrocarbons, were the most impacted downward due to the sharp decline in land and air transportation. On the other hand, grains and…