As part of Halifax-based Irving Shipbuilding's participation in Canada's National Shipbuilding Program, it has been awarded a contract to provide in-house logistics services for shipbuilding and ship repair projects to GEODIS Global Logistics.

The contract, which will be managed by a team GEODIS Project Logistics in Canada, supported by the company's global network of offices, will cover all inbound shipments to ISI's facilities in Halifax, Nova Scotia, to supply three shipbuilding programs: Canadian Surface. Northern and the Halifax class frigate. Using GEODIS' IT systems, ISI will achieve complete visibility of assets across its supply chain. . "GEODIS was selected based on its global presence and industry-leading logistics capabilities, as well as a commitment to collaborate with local companies to provide this vital service. Accordingly, this contract helps Irving Shipbuilding deliver on its industrial technology advantage commitments under the Government of Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy ,” said Michael Snow, director of supply chain at Irving Shipbuilding.

Canadian Government Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) The policy seeks to leverage Canadian Defense and Coast Guard procurement to contribute to employment, innovation and economic growth across the The country.

In keeping with these goals, the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) developed a plan to revitalize Canada. shipyards, strengthening Canada's maritime industrial base, renewing the Canadian fleet and promoting job creation. Irving Shipbuilding's software is an integral part of these policies.

“With our extensive experience in the defense and maritime logistics sectors, we are able to provide a customized solution focused on very specific government and customer requirements,” said Luke Mace, GEODIS, Vice President First for Project Logistics: “In a Damage-Free Environment

Irving Shipbuilding has built more than 80 per cent of the Canadian Navy at sea, and we look forward to continuing to build our presence in Canada through this association.< /p>