March 05, 2026
Port Saint John celebrates strong 2025 container throughput
In a year that saw the completion of $247M in transformational infrastructure investments at its west side container terminal, New Brunswick's Port Saint John is recording 2025 as a banner year for container operations at the growing global gateway.
Container volumes increased by 29.4% between 2024 and 2025, rising from 184,879 TEUs to 239,364 TEUs. Compared to 86,949 TEUs in 2021, this represents an impressive five-year container throughput growth of 175.2%.
Port Saint John has established global links with major shipping companies like Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC, and CMA CGM. Its container services link Atlantic and Central Canada with international destinations, further enhanced by rail connections to CPKC, CN, and CSX through NB Southern Railway, ensuring smooth inland distribution.
Port Saint John is committed to sustainable growth, leveraging infrastructure, carrier partnerships, and terminal operations to support trade diversification and long-term economic growth for New Brunswick and Canada.
Source: Port Saint John