Shipbuilding Survey

Businesses of the Bridgewater Area,

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is the largest shipbuilder in Canada, headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. News of the $25 billion shipbuilding contract awarded to Irving Shipbuilding has generated much excitement and anticipation across Nova Scotia.  It is unquestionably going to change the course of our economy for decades to come.

Economic partners across the province are gathering to share information and understand the requirements of this contract and how each region of the province can be involved. A series of Supplier Development Forums will be hosted to update relevant industries on the supply of products and services to Irving Shipbuilding.

The Bridgewater Development Association (BDA) is part of an inaugural group meeting to establish our strategy for the South Shore. The Lunenburg Queens Regional Development Agency (LQRDA) are currently in conversations with the Greater Halifax Partnership and Irving's HR Department to determine next steps. The BDA and other South Shore economic groups will be updated in early December on what is to be expected of this contract and how our businesses can benefit from employment generation and investment.

We know, to run a marathon, an athlete needs to be patient - yet prepared, focused and well-supported. Let us imagine we have been invited to run a marathon and this is where the training begins.

Please take the time to answer the following questions, to help us understand Bridgewater's potential and our position at this time?

Business Name

Contact *

Number *

Email *

Do you see a direct or indirect opportunity for your business with the Shipbuilding contract? Yes No

If yes, please tell us about it:

What can your business offer?

What do you see as the challenges for your business or local community with the possibilities ahead?

How can the BDA and local economic representatives best support you and your business to take advantage of the opportunities and/or address challenges?

Would you be interested in finding out more about: Supplier Development Forums
New opportunities for products and services
Training opportunities
Employment opportunities
Apprenticeships
Marketing our area
Other

If Other, please specify

What questions would you ask if you had a meeting with the people managing the Irving Shipbuilding contract?

Irving Shipbuilding are gathering information on these industries, RIGHT NOW! Any of these sectors apply to you? Check all that apply. Metal fabrication
Composite fabrication
Electrical and electrical component manufacturing
Engines and propulsion systems
Innovative technologies
Porthole/window/storm covers and door manufacturers
Sensors/Safety Systems
Wire harnessing
Combat system integrators
Command/control systems
Satellites/Surveillance systems
Repair/Overhaul/Maintenance and retrofit
Design professionals
Related defence systems
Training/simulation/e-learning

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Shipbuilding Survey

Thank you for this information.  The Marketing and Business Development Team of the BDA will contact you to assist with next steps with a focus on assisting Bridgewater Businesses maximize benefits from this great project.

For further information, contact:
Ida Scott, Manager, Bridgewater Development Association
220 North Street, Bridgewater, NS, B4V 2V6
p 902-527-6278
f 902-527-6279
877-222-2303 toll free
c 902-521-7878
Email