Vancouver (Rural Roots Canada) – Canada’s canola farmers are getting a boost to their export options with the opening of a new transload facility at the Port of Vancouver in British Columbia.
Global logistics company DP World has launched its $150 million Canola Oil Transload Facility at its Fraser Surrey terminal, adding one million tonnes of annual export capacity. The facility is designed to speed up and stabilize shipments of Canadian canola oil to global markets.
Despite shifting tariffs and volatile trade conditions, canola oil is among Canada’s most valuable agricultural exports, generating nearly $6 billion in 2024. Since most canola production is concentrated in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, efficient rail-to-port connections are critical to getting the product to international markets.
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Canada’s canola industry has been struggling under tariffs imposed by China, including an almost 76% duty on canola seed, on top of 100% tariffs on canola oil and meal.
The new site includes three large storage tanks and a dedicated underground pipeline that pumps canola oil directly to ships. DP World says the design reduces handling, cuts costs, and improves reliability.
The launch follows DP World’s joint development agreement with the Montreal Port Authority on the future Contrecoeur container terminal, part of the company’s broader plan to expand Canada’s trade infrastructure.
