The Port Podcast

In this episode of the Port Podcast, Craig and Cait sit down with Mike Smith of the Canadian Coast Guard to explore the dynamic environment of working on the Saint John waterfront.  Mike shares how the Coast Guard is vital in supporting business and tourism in the region and exciting career opportunities—including paths through college.  We also hear about Mike's journey, what working in the Coast Guard means to him, and the collaborative work between the Guard and the Port. Plus, he reflects on the impressive growth of the port over the years. That and so much more on this episode of the Port Podcast!  

Tune in to "The Port Podcast" for an inspiring conversation with Sara Norman, the visionary behind some of the Port's green initiatives.  Sara shares her journey from working in the offices and cruise terminals to leading the long-wharf refurbishing project, which aims to add more greenery to the waterfront. Discover how the Port is setting new standards in environmental sustainability, the benefits of integrating plants into urban spaces, and Sara's process of studying and understanding the ecology of each site.  Plus, get a sneak peek into other innovative projects she's worked on uptown, including the new Hopscotch Whiskey Bar location.  This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about urban greening and sustainable development!  

In this episode of the Port Podcast, Craig and Cait are joined by Tracy Bell, CEO of the Greater Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce. Tracy shares her journey to becoming CEO and dives into the Chamber's vital role in supporting local businesses. She discusses her mission to reengage and revitalize the community, the record-breaking number of new members this year, and what's driving that growth. She also discusses the importance of listening, asking for help, and engaging members to understand their needs. They discuss the region's economic landscape, challenges, and the opportunities ahead. This is an engaging community conversation you won't want to miss!  

In this episode of the Port Podcast, we sit down with Saint John Airport CEO Sandy Ross to discuss the latest developments at YSJ.  Explore the new air services connecting YSJ to Halifax and Bathurst and what this means for residents and the business community. Sandy delves into the complexities of post-COVID-19 air travel, the challenges of regional connectivity, and the competitive landscape of the airline industry.  Learn about the vision for YSJ and how these new services aim to build stronger regional ties and support economic growth. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of air travel in the Saint John region!  

On this episode of the Port Podcast, we're joined by Chris Elias from the Fundy Harbour Group, the developer behind the game-changing Fundy Quay development. Chris shares the company's rich history, rooted in entrepreneurship and innovation. He also talks about the importance of affordable housing and how it is being incorporated into this monumental project. Get an insider's view on the progress of the Fundy Quay, the meticulous planning involved, and the exciting news about the first residential building. Whether you're a history buff, an urban development enthusiast, or just curious about the future of the Saint John waterfront, this episode has something for you!

On this episode of the Port Podcast, we're joined by Ray Gracewood, founder of the Area 506 Festival. Hosts  @caitmilberry  and Port Saint John CEO Craig Estabrooks chat with Ray about the history of  @AREA506  and how the festival has evolved over the last eight years. They also discuss the festival's cultural and economic impacts and how they have helped change how locals and non-locals view Saint John and the province. They discuss how the festival's partnership with the Port came about and the importance of the Port and other local partners in making it happen. Ray also gives us the lowdown on this year's festival, what attendees can expect, and what's new! That and so much more on this episode of the Port Podcast!

On this special episode of the Port Podcast, join us for a fascinating conversation with JC Chartrand, Senior Advisor of DP World Canada and a veteran in the shipping and logistics sector! JC shares stories from his extensive career, including working with industry giants like Keith Creel and Hunter Harrison. He reflects on the industry's evolution over the past few decades and his early advocacy for Port Saint John. JC also discusses the exciting future trajectory of DP World and the port.  Don't miss this insightful episode with one of the industry's most passionate champions!    Translation Disclaimer  Please note that our content is available in multiple languages through YouTube captions. To enjoy translations, kindly navigate to your settings and adjust the language of your choice. We strive for accurate and comprehensive translations, but please be aware that some nuances may be lost in the process. Thank you for understanding and exploring our content in your preferred language!   

On this episode of the Port Podcast, we've got Patrick Oland, CFO of Moosehead Breweries in Saint John! Hosts Cait Milberry and Port Saint John CEO Craig Estabrooks chat with Patrick about the Moosehead's rich history in the region and his current role as a member of the 6th generation running the family business. They also dive into Patrick's new role as chair of CME and how Moosehead has stayed relevant for almost 160 years.  Also, Patrick reveals his favourite Moosehead products in a Port Podcast exclusive!  That and so much more on this episode of the Port Podcast!   *Translation Disclaimer  Please note that our content is available in multiple languages through YouTube captions. To enjoy translations, kindly navigate to your settings and adjust the language of your choice. We strive for accurate and comprehensive translations, but please be aware that some nuances may be lost. Thank you for understanding and exploring our content in your preferred language!   

On this special Port Days episode of the Port Podcast, we're joined by very special guest Doug Smith, CEO of DP World Canada.  Doug shares his incredible journey into the shipping industry and his vision for Port Saint John and the DP World container terminal. He discusses DP World's recent role as the terminal operator of the Barrack Point Potash terminal and what this means for the port's future. Doug's leadership is a beacon of hope, shaping the future of Port Saint John. You won't want to miss this insightful conversation!    Translation Disclaimer  Please note that our content is available in multiple languages through YouTube captions. To enjoy translations, kindly navigate to your settings and adjust the language of your choice. We strive for accurate and comprehensive translations, but please be aware that some nuances may be lost in the process. Thank you for understanding and exploring our content in your preferred language! 

On this episode of the Port Podcast, we've got William Crosby, Vice President of Crosby Foods, Port Saint John's longest customer of over 100+ years! Hosts Cait Milberry and Port Saint John CEO Craig Estabrooks chat with Will about the rich history between Crosby's and the Port and the importance of that relationship today. They also dive into how Crosby Foods has evolved over the years, including expanding its product lines—which many people don't know about!  Will also shares Crosby's approach to innovation, both in its products and facilities. He also shares insight into Crosby's future and where the company sees itself going in the next 100+ years! That and so much more on this episode of the Port Podcast!  Translation Disclaimer  Please note that our content is available in multiple languages through YouTube captions. To enjoy translations, kindly navigate to your settings and adjust the language of your choice. We strive for accurate and comprehensive translations, but please be aware that some nuances may be lost. Thank you for understanding and exploring our content in your preferred language!

On this episode of the Port Podcast, we're joined by Judith Mackin, owner of Tuck Studio in Saint John, and Ray Gracewood, founder of the Area 506 Music Festival, to chat about an incredible event happening in uptown Saint John this Victoria Day weekend Judith and Ray are just two of the many retailers and community leaders working to cultivate an unforgettable weekend experience for locals and visitors alike on  the Victoria Day long weekend, “Vicky Day Weekend” -Thursday, May 16th through Saturday night, May 18th, 2024.  They fill in our hosts, Cait Milberry and Port Saint John CEO Craig Estabrooks, on where the inspiration for the event came from, what people can expect, and the importance of the community working together to create incredible experiences.  That and so much more on this episode of the Port Podcast!    Translation Disclaimer  Please note that our content is available in multiple languages through YouTube captions. To enjoy translations, kindly navigate to your settings and adjust the language of your choice. We strive for accurate and comprehensive translations, but please be aware that some nuances may be lost in the process. Thank you for understanding and exploring our content in your preferred language!   

On this episode of the Port Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan Wahba, the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CPKC, to delve into the exciting developments following Port Days in June. In this insightful conversation, we explore the key takeaways from the event, shedding light on how CPKC is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. Discover the global reception from shippers as they collaborate with Saint John, unravelling the stories encountered in the process. Jonathan Wahba shares exclusive insights into the advantages of this strategic evolution and offers valuable perspectives on how individuals and businesses can actively participate and contribute. Whether you're a seasoned professional in the industry or someone eager to learn about the maritime landscape, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of the dynamic changes occurring at CPKC. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the industry, learn how to get involved, and explore the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.   Don't miss out on this engaging conversation as we navigate the waters of growth, collaboration, and innovation with Jonathan Wahba on the Port Podcast!

In this episode, we embark on a maritime journey with Gary Joyce, a seasoned professional from Saint John Pilot Boats, part of the Atlantic Pilotage Authority. Gary generously shares his wealth of experience in the industry, offering insights into his fascinating career path and how he found himself navigating the waters of marine piloting. Join us as we explore the day-to-day life of a Marine Pilot, showcasing the intricacies of their responsibilities and gaining a glimpse into what a typical day in this demanding profession looks like. Gary provides unique perspectives on the cruise season, sheds light on the pathway to becoming a pilot, and tells us tales from his travels. Tune in for a captivating conversation that delves into the heart of maritime expertise and the adventures that come with sailing the seas.

Join us in this episode as we dive into the maritime world with Natalie Allaby, Director of Cruise Excellence at Port Saint John, and Danielle Timmons from Aquila Tours. We explore the highlights of an extraordinary and record-breaking 2023 cruise season, gaining insights into the industry's triumphs and challenges. Danielle shares her perspective from the tourism side, unravelling the unique elements that made the season truly exceptional. Together, we unravel the secrets behind the success, discuss the prospects for 2024, and delve into what makes each cruise season unforgettable. Take advantage of this exclusive conversation with industry experts as we navigate the seas of triumph and anticipate the horizons of future cruise adventures.

In this week's episode, Cait Milberry and Craig Estabrooks talk with Jane Burchill, the Decarbonization & Environment Manager at Port Saint John. We talk about renewable energy, projects like the Burchill Wind Farm and Jane's connection to that.   We talk about employee commuting, our solar feasibility study and more, but we also make an exciting phone call to Green Marine's Communications Manager, Manon Lanthier.   We discuss Ports that are leading by example things we are seeing in the industry, and we have so much to chat with you about on this episode. Please let us know what you want to learn more about or if you have any questions.    #PortPodcast 

On this episode, Cait and Craig talk to Alexya Heelis, who is the Executive Director of The United Way of Saint John and Kings & Charlotte County, about the work United Way does in Saint John and surrounding areas, some of the highlights of the organization this past year, and we talk about how individuals and companies can get involved. In this episode, we also talk about the role and support that strategic partnerships play in the organization's success and the overall impact it can make in people's lives. We dig into the partnership the Port has with United Way and much more on this episode.

In this week's episode, Cait Milberry and Paula Copeland sit down to talk to Monica Adair about life, work, what exciting projects Acre Architects is working on, how people use their spaces and what is important to them as a company living and working in New Brunswick.   We talk to Monica about her Navy training, what caring means at the Acre team, and so much more.   Tune in, and we hope you enjoy the show this week.

In this week's episode, Cait and Craig are talking to Ingrid Munroe all about her business, The NB Box; we discuss the reception from her NB Shop at the container village, meeting cruise passengers, and finding balance and Ingrid also shares some advice and tips she has learned along the way. Tune and we hope you enjoy this week's show.  #PortSaintJohn #PortPodcast #SaintJohn 

Welcome back to another episode of the Port Podcast! We are very excited to have you tune in for our special episode all about partnerships, including the one we have at the Saint John Arts Centre. We spoke to Andrew Kierstead about the selection process of artists. We speak with Fred Harrison, who is this year's artist in residence, and we learn about his creative process, how the Bay of fundy influences his work, how he grew up and more. We hope you enjoy this episode.

In this episode, Cait and Craig catch up on the show discussing all things Port Days, Cait visiting a cruise ship for the first time, Cruise Updates in general, container ship logistics, upcoming guests, and so much more. We had so much fun on this episode, and we hope you enjoy it too.

In this episode, Cait and Craig sit down to chat all things Port, including upcoming Port Days happening here in Saint John on May 31st and June 1st. Port Days' focus for 2023 will be sustainability and supply chains in the port industry. Explore these topics at the fastest-growing container port on North America's East Coast as we begin a record-breaking cruise season! We talk about how Craig started at the Port, what is happening in the community, and more. #Portsaintjohn #Portdays2023 #SaintJohn #PortPodcast

We are thrilled to release Episode 5 of the Port Podcast with our guest this week, Pat Riley!   A bit about Pat: Pat took an interest in the Port right away, starting in 2966 in his high-school days, and worked his way through many positions, but started with the ILA in 1978 as a member. From 1986 through to 2021, he was the business agent for the ILA. Learn more about his experience, the waterfront, his love of Saint John, upcoming Port Days, and more on this episode. Thanks for tuning in. #PortPodcast #PortPodSJ #SaintJohn

Episode 4 of the Port Podcast with Mayor Donna Reardon is now live!  In this episode, we're discussing life in Saint John and ongoing projects; we dig into some stats about the City of Saint John, the collaborative work happening with Port Saint John, and so much more.  Would love to hear and answer your questions on the air, so please reach out. Thanks to all of you who have tuned into the show.

Episode 3 of The Port Podcast is now Live with Tanya Chapman from The Chapman Group. Tanya, Craig and Cait talk about implementing strategic planning, creating a vision, and how to catalyze growth in business and our community. They also discuss the behind-the-scenes of this process, the workforce partnership and the future state of the Port.

In this episode, Cait and Craig discuss the arrival of two new cranes from Charleston, South Carolina, on The Hanjin Pioneer.  As Port Saint John adds additional capacity and our throughput grows, we will need larger cranes to handle larger ships. Additionally, we anticipate both piers will be in use simultaneously as our container the business continues to grow. All that and more on this episode.

Hello, and welcome to the very first episode of the Port Podcast. In this episode, we introduce ourselves and discuss the Harbour Lights Campaign and its importance here in Saint John. We hear a special announcement from Doug Doney, General Manager of the Nutrien operation in New Brunswick We then discuss what's happening at Port Saint John and around the city before heading to the Saint John City Market to talk to people about why they love the Harbour Lights Campaign and what brought them out. We hope you enjoy the first show.