Report suggests Canada’s major ports could boost efficiency through automation, despite union opposition.

A report from the Montreal Economic Institute suggests that automating Canada’s largest ports could boost productivity and efficiency. The three main ports rank in the bottom 15% globally, largely due to slow vessel turnaround times. While automation could improve operations, union resistance poses a challenge. The report argues that with the right input from workers and employers, technological upgrades like crane automation and cargo robots could enhance competitiveness and economic growth. However, concerns over high costs and job impacts remain.

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