LARGEST INVESTMENT IN ITS HISTORY: PORT OF QUÉBEC LAUNCHES PLAN TO UPDATE ITS PORT INFRASTRUCTURES
Québec City, November 10, 2025 – The Port of Québec has unveiled an ambitious infrastructure modernization plan that involves $1.7 billion in estimated investments over 10 years, heralding the beginning of a new age for the capitale’s logistics and maritime hub.
This major initiative fits within a long-term vision to transform the Port by rebuilding the century-old wharves – an essential link in the national supply chain – and adapting them to modern climate, technological, and economic realities. Work will be sequenced strategically in order to minimize disruption to neighbouring communities and avoid paralyzing operations or compromising the fluidity of the supply chain.
The plan consists of two phases spread over a decade, each involving multiple projects that will be broken down logically and assessed individually. This will allow work to begin. The procurement for phase 1 of the project will begin in January 2026. Reconstruction work could begin as early as summer 2027.
The Port of Québec is announcing a historic port infrastructure plan for the Capitale-Nationale region. By investing $1.7 billion to update our wharves with modern infrastructures, we are cementing the Port’s strategic role in the national supply chain and working to make Québec City the heart of sustainable logistics on the St. Lawrence.
Concrete Benefits for the Community and the Supply Chain
Beyond rebuilding the wharves, this initiative will make the Québec and Canadian supply chains more resilient, enhance intermodality, and keep workers safe thanks to high monitoring and engineering standards. Significant spin-offs are anticipated:
- Up to $1.6 billion in value added to the GDP over 10 years
- Approximately $800 million in tax revenues over 10 years
- 5,000 to 7,000 jobs (full-time equivalent) over the life of the plan
Modern, well-maintained port infrastructure also encourages private investment, further amplifying the economic benefits and spin-offs for the region and the entire St. Lawrence seaway. The work will also support the vitality of a logistics hub that is critical for collective prosperity.
In keeping with its commitment to transparency and accountability, the Port of Québec will subject each project to its stringent Impact Assessment and Mitigation Process (IAMP). Information on the plan and the resulting projects, as well as the plan itself, will be posted on the Port’s Je Participe platform.
This plan is about much more than construction; it’s a driver of prosperity for the entire region. Every dollar invested, every job created, and every wharf updated strengthens not only our ability to deliver, but our ability to connect and showcase Québec.
Adapting to New Climate and Technological Realities
The new infrastructure will include measures to adapt to climate change, such as higher wharves to accommodate the rising water levels expected at the Port and allow for storm surges; a powerful, specialized surface water management system that also takes climate change into account; and preparatory work (installation of equipment) to set up shore power for merchand ships once international standards are finalized.
The Port of Québec also aims to become a leader in port intelligence. Real-time tracking sensors on the new structures will monitor the condition of the wharves, provide data to a virtual replica, and help optimize long-term infrastructure maintenance as part of a proactive, sustainable management approach.
A Certified, Responsible Plan
One of the Phase 1 projects involves rebuilding wharves 104, 105 and 106 in Anse-au-Foulon sector. The project aims to achieve Envision certification, an environmental standard in sustainable infrastructure that assesses projects against 64 criteria related to quality of life, climate resilience, resource management, and governance. The approach is part of the Port’s commitment to responsible and sustainable action, which involves maintaining an ongoing dialogue with citizens through public consultations, greater transparency, and regular communication with communities in order to limit the impacts and increase the benefits of each project.
About the Port of Québec
The Port of Québec is strategically located 1100 km from the Atlantic Ocean, close to the Great Lakes market. It is the last deepwater port in the St. Lawrence corridor, with a depth of 15 metres. This unique position allows Canadian companies to achieve significant economies of scale in both import and export trade.
With links to more than 40 partner countries, the Port of Québec and its employees handle an average of over 26 millions tonnes of goods every year, representing a commercial value of over $15 billion.
The Port of also recognized as the leading cruise port on the St. Lawrence; along with all its partners in Québec’s maritime industry, it contributes to $2 billion in economic spin-offs while supporting some 12,000 jobs nationwide.
The Québec Port Authority (QPA) is ranked 4th out of the 17 Canadian port authorities in terms of revenue. While it is economically powerful, it is also known for its contribution to the area’s urban and social fabric thanks to port spaces like the Agora, the Baie de Beauport, the Oasis, La Cale, the Discoglace, and the Village Nordik.
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Source and information
Frédéric Lagacé
Director, Communications and public relations
418 929-5031 | [email protected]