Support Ships. The project is divided into two main phases: the completion of B Jetty, followed by the reconstruction of A Jetty. “B Jetty stands as a beacon of innovation, resilience, progress, and collaboration,” says Paul Schauerte, Director General of Infrastructure and Environment Engineering Services. “This jetty is not just a physical structure; it is a symbol of our shared vision and determination and will meet the needs of the Royal Canadian Navy for decades to come.” The project’s first major milestone was the demolition of the original World War II-era B Jetty in 2017, followed by extensive remediation efforts. “At the same time, remediation work was undertaken to remove contaminated sediments from the harbour seabed, which had accumulated over the past 200 years of industrial use,” says Schauerte. “The dredging work was accompanied by underwater rock blasting to deepen the water next to the new jetty, allowing it to accommodate Canada’s new, larger naval vessels.” B Jetty’s construction officially began in June 2020, and by December 2023, it was fully operational. With the project now shifting to A Jetty, work is expected to continue into the late 2020s. “The 16 APR 2025 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA
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