Gitxaala Nation, through Gitxaala Enterprises Corporation, has partnered with Seaspan Marine to announce the launch of their Prince Rupert ship escort and docking service. Beginning January 1, 2023, the partnership between Gitxaala Nation and Seaspan will have modern, high efficiency 65T bollard tugs stationed at Prince Rupert. These tugs will be crewed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and will be available for ship docking and ship escort in the region. This new service in Prince Rupert complements Seaspan’s existing fleet in Vancouver, Roberts Bank and Vancouver Island.
