Arctic Gateway Group (AGG), operator of the Port of Churchill, and the Potash and Agri Development Corporation of Manitoba (PADCOM) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at establishing Manitoba as a leading supplier of potash to world markets.
The announcement follows a recent undertaking by the Carney federal government to upgrade infrastructure at Canada’s sole deepwater Arctic port under a planned series of “nation-building” projects.
PADCOM and AGG have signed a letter of intent to support collaboration on a range of shared priorities, including infrastructure and logistical coordination to enhance rail and port capacity for potash shipments, environmental stewardship, and market expansion opportunities for Manitoba potash.
“This is a powerful partnership for Manitoba that brings together PADCOM’s vision for community-driven potash development with vital rail and port infrastructure assets owned by Indigenous and northern communities,” said Daymon Guillas, President of PADCOM. “Working together, we can increase competitiveness for Manitoba’s potash sector while building on our strong commitment to community benefits, Indigenous partnerships, and environmental responsibility.”
“Manitoba is a maritime province, home to an established and efficient link to world markets through the Port of Churchill, and we are thrilled to partner with PADCOM as another innovative, made-in-Manitoba organization,” said Chris Avery, President & CEO of AGG. “This work will not only boost Manitoba’s competitiveness in the global potash market but also drive meaningful employment and economic opportunities for Indigenous and northern communities through increased rail and port activity, and enable AGG to further diversify the mix of commodities we export to global markets.”
