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DP World Opens Montreal Freight Forwarding Office, Strengthens Eastern Canada Presence

By MGN EditorialMarch 31, 2026 at 09:18 PM

Global port and logistics operator DP World expands its Canadian network with a new Montreal freight forwarding facility, reinforcing its position in eastern Canada's growing trade corridors.

**DP World Extends Logistics Reach Into Eastern Canadian Market** DP World, the leading globally integrated port operator and logistics provider, has opened a new freight forwarding office in Montreal as part of its strategic expansion across Canada's eastern region. The move reflects DP World's commitment to strengthening its presence in key North American markets and captures growing demand for integrated logistics services in Canada's largest metropolitan area. Montreal serves as a critical gateway for North American trade, hosting the Port of Montreal—Canada's busiest container port and a major hub for transshipment operations. **Strategic Importance of Eastern Canada Expansion** The Montreal office positions DP World to better serve regional importers and exporters seeking comprehensive freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and supply chain solutions. The facility enhances DP World's ability to coordinate seamless connections between maritime operations at the Port of Montreal and inland distribution networks across the Quebec and Ontario corridors. This expansion follows DP World's broader investment strategy in Canada, where the company operates multiple port terminals and logistics facilities. The company's integrated model allows shippers to consolidate their logistics operations—combining port services, inland transport, warehousing, and forwarding through a single provider. **Market Context** Canadian freight forwarding capacity has become increasingly critical as trade patterns shift and supply chains regionalize. Carriers and shippers are consolidating relationships with logistics providers capable of managing multi-modal operations. Montreal's strategic location on the St. Lawrence River, combined with access to rail and highway networks, makes it an ideal location for DP World's eastern expansion. The new facility reinforces Montreal's role as a containerization and logistics hub for Atlantic Canada and the St. Lawrence region, complementing DP World's existing operations at ports across the country. **About DP World** DP World operates a network of over 90 ports and terminals across six continents, managing containers, bulk cargo, and specialized shipments. The company's integrated logistics division provides end-to-end supply chain solutions for global trade. *Source: FreightWaves*
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