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CAPBLEU 2026 | BLUESHIFT 2026

Opening up new paths

Canada-Africa Forum on the Port Industry and Blue Economy

From 07 to 09 October 2026
Centre Mont-Royal, Montreal, QC, H3A 3R8, Canada
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CAPBLEU 2026 | BLUESHIFT 2026

About the forum

CAPBLEU 2026 is the leading strategic platform dedicated to strengthening economic ties between Canada and Africa across the port, maritime, customs and logistics sectors. This forum brings together government officials, port authorities, private sector leaders and investors to foster collaboration and create meaningful partnerships.

250+

Participants

3

Days

20+

Country

Port Infrastructure
Development & Modernization
Maritime innovation
Digital Technologies & Solutions
Trade
Customs & Logistics
Sustainability
Development of the blue economy

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2025 Edition in Figures

250+

Participants

40+

Sessions B2B/B2G

20+

Countries Represented

3+

Signed agreements

3

Days

25+

Ports & Port Authorities

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What Awaits You

An Exceptional Event

CAPBLEU2026 offers you the connections and opens up the markets

Targeted B2B Networking

Meet public decision-makers, investors, and business leaders from over 20 countries. Increase high-quality B2B exchanges and pave the way for new partnerships.

Engage in B2B meetings

Business Opportunities

Present your projects to technical and financial partners. CAPBLEU 2025 is designed to lead to memoranda of understanding, joint ventures, or direct investments.

Become a partner

Exclusive and strategic access

Participate in high-level panels, specialized workshops, and access exclusive resources on logistics trends, the green transition of ports, and investment opportunities.

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Testimonials

They spoke at the CAPBLEU 2025 Forum... a great success!

An exceptional mobilization of experts, leaders, and decision-makers who see this event as a major opportunity for transformation.

"I can't wait to take part in CAPBLEU 2026. It is a unique opportunity to highlight logistics innovation in the service of transatlantic cooperation. The calibre of the speakers and the ambition of the forum make it an unmissable event."
Yann Alix
International Port Expert
"I am delighted to contribute to this dynamic that unites our territories around shared values: innovation, Francophone solidarity, and sustainable development. CAPBLEU 2025 is more than just a forum; it is a tipping point towards lasting and concrete alliances."
Isabelle Doucet
Representative of the Premier of New Brunswick to the OIF (SHERPA)
"Participating in CapBleu 2025 means reconnecting with an ambitious vision for Africa and Canada. I look forward to contributing to discussions on strategic port alliances – a vital sector for the future of our economies."
Ms. Fatima Meité Braoulé
Diplomat and Former Ambassador of Mali to Canada
"The Canada-Africa Forum represents a tremendous lever for building sustainable economic bridges. I am excited to meet high-level decision-makers and explore new opportunities for collaboration."
Jean Marc Koffi
Secretary General, AGPAOC
"We have worked tirelessly to make CapBleu 2025 a benchmark summit. I look forward to taking the floor to share our vision and see concrete partnerships emerge between our two continents."
Mr. Yaye Peukassa
President and CEO of Pont-Bridge Canada
Our News

Recent News

Discover the latest news, official announcements, and highlights from the Canada-Africa Forum and the CAPBLEU 2025 initiative.

Press Releases

Press Release: Pont-Bridge Canada and the Economic Council of New Brunswick Announce Partnership

Pont-Bridge Canada and the Economic Council of New Brunswick (ECNB) have announced a strategic partnership to organize the CAPBLEU2025 | BLUESHIFT2025 forum, which will take place from November 11 to 13 in Moncton and aims to stimulate innovation and sustainable economic development between Canada and Africa. This partnership will leverage the ECNB's 600 members to ensure strong participation from the New Brunswick business community and create connections between New Brunswick and African business communities in the blue economy sector.
Eunice Boue
4 mins
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Press Releases

Press Release: The Université de Moncton Joins Pont-Bridge Canada for the Canada-Africa Forum on the Port Industry and Blue Economy

The Université de Moncton officially joins Pont-Bridge Canada as a scientific partner for the Canada-Africa Forum | CAPBLEU 2025, providing $10,000 in financial support and expertise in research and innovation to enrich discussions. This partnership reinforces New Brunswick's role as a key player in Canada-Africa economic and logistical diversification, in anticipation of the event to be held in Moncton from November 11 to 13, 2025.
Eunice Boue
4 mins
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Press Releases

Press Release: The Movement to Strengthen Trade Between Canada and Africa Continues to Grow

Pont-Bridge Canada and the AIDF are joining forces to strengthen trade between Canada and Africa as part of the CAPBLEU 2025 Forum. This strategic partnership will better integrate customs issues into the blue economy and promote sustainable port exchanges.
Eunice Boue
4 mins
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Press Releases

Press Release: Another Step Forward in Strengthening Trade Between Canada and Africa

Ottawa, July 18, 2025 – As part of the CAPBLEU 2025 Forum, Pont-Bridge Canada and AGPAOC (Port Management Association of West and Central Africa) have signed a historic memorandum of understanding.
Eunice Boue
6 mins
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Press Releases

Launch of the Canada-Africa Forum on the Port Industry and Blue Economy

The Canada-Africa Forum on the Port Industry and Blue Economy (CAPBLEU 2025) was officially launched by Pont-Bridge Canada in partnership with UNI Coopération financière.
Yaye Peukassa
5 mins
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Port and Maritime Issues

Reinventing African Ports: A Strategic Imperative

African ports must modernize to meet the demands of international trade. CAPBLEU 2025 lays the foundation for ambitious Canada-Africa cooperation to address this logistical and economic challenge.
Yaye Peukassa
3 min
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CAPBLEU 2025 News | BLUESHIFT 2025

CAPBLEU 2025: The countdown has begun

CAPBLEU 2025 will mark the inaugural Canada-Africa Forum, an international summit on ports and the blue economy, from November 11-13, 2025, in Moncton. The objective is to lay the groundwork for a strategic maritime corridor between Canada and Africa.
Yaye Peukassa
5 min
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Building bridges for shared prosperity

Canada-Africa Cooperation

15%

Annual growth in trade

1.4B

Consumer market

5%

GDP growth

$2.5T

Economic production

Strategic partnership areas

Agriculture & Food Security
Education & Capacity Building
Infrastructure development
Green Economy & Clean Energy
Digital innovation
Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Industry
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