Tomlinson Receives $6.4M in Green Shipping Funding
We are proud to share that our Ontario Trap Rock facility in Bruce Mines has been awarded up to $6.4 million under the Government of Canada’s Green Shipping Corridor Program, supporting a significant leap toward cleaner and more efficient movement of construction materials across the Great Lakes.
This investment will help bring to life the Trap Rock Electrification of Extended Ship Loading System project, a transformative initiative designed to replace the diesel-powered haul trucks currently transporting aggregates 2.7 km to the facility’s commercial dock. By adopting a fully electric, extended ship loading system, Ontario Trap Rock will substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions, cut reliance on diesel fuel, and provide a safer, more sustainable alternative for transporting materials to the shoreline.
As Canadians continue to feel the effects of an evolving global economy, Tomlinson is committed to doing its part to strengthen the resilience, sustainability, and competitiveness of the country’s supply chains. Cleaner marine transportation plays an essential role in ensuring construction and infrastructure materials move reliably throughout the Great Lakes region and Northern Ontario.
The electrification project is expected to deliver several long-term benefits, including:
- Significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, helping advance low-carbon shipping corridors.
- Reduced truck traffic across Highway 17, improving safety for workers, residents, and travelers.
- Lower noise and environmental footprint, contributing to a healthier local community.
- Greater operational efficiency, strengthening the movement of essential aggregates that support public and private construction projects across the region.
Ontario Trap Rock is an essential supplier of high-quality trap rock aggregates and has been a cornerstone of the Bruce Mines community for decades. As the community’s largest employer, with approximately 50 fulltime staff and long-term resource reserves, the facility is well positioned to continue serving the region for many years to come.
