REPEAT : Invitation to the media - Arrival of first ocean-going vessel in 2024 at the Port of Montreal

MONTREAL, Jan. 2, 2024 /CNW/ - The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) invites the media to have a front-row seat to welcome the first ocean-going vessel of the year to reach the Port of Montreal. On this occasion, the MPA Interim President and CEO Geneviève Deschamps will award the Gold-Headed Cane to the ship's master and crew. The year 2024 marks the 185th anniversary of this ceremony, a tradition that commemorates the city's rich maritime heritage.

421 Bd Pie-IX, Montréal, QC H1V 3T5 (CNW Group/Montreal Port Authority)

What	• Reception for the first ocean-going vessel of the year 2024 to reach the Port of Montreal • 185th awarding of the Gold-Headed Cane to the captain • Photo shoot and media interviews
When	• January 2, 2024 at 2 pm (media can attend from 1:45 pm)
Who	• Geneviève Deschamps, Interim President and CEO of the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) • Captain and ship's crew
Where	• 421 Pie-IX Bd, Montreal, QC, H1V 3T5 • Media are invited to follow the details on the map. MPA's employees will be on site to provide directions.

SOURCE Montreal Port Authority

SOURCE: Renée Larouche, Director of Communications, Montreal Port Authority, 514 531-2410, [email protected]