Groupe Océan

Groupe Océan, founded in 1972 by its current Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, Gordon Bain, is a prominent maritime services company headquartered in Quebec. Initially a small company offering dredging and diving services, it has grown into a major integrated enterprise with operations across Canada, the Americas, and the Caribbean. The company's services are organized into four main complementary business units: shipbuilding and repair, harbor towing and navigation, marine equipment rentals, and dredging and civil engineering. This integrated model allows Groupe Océan to serve a diverse client base, including commercial shipping lines, government agencies, and industrial clients, by offering a comprehensive suite of maritime solutions.

The company's harbor towing division is a key part of its operations, with a fleet of over 30 tugs providing services in major Canadian ports such as Quebec, Montreal, and Vancouver, as well as internationally in Jamaica and other Caribbean locations. The shipbuilding and repair sector operates from the Isle-aux-Coudres shipyard, which has been modern since 1972, constructing and maintaining a variety of vessels. A significant milestone was the acquisition of the Verreault shipyard in 2024, which expanded its repair and maintenance capabilities, particularly for larger vessels. This acquisition, supported by a loan from the Quebec government, underscores the company's strategic importance to the regional maritime industry. The company prides itself on its experienced workforce and adherence to high safety and environmental standards.

Keywords: maritime services, harbor towing, shipbuilding, ship repair, dredging, marine civil engineering, marine equipment rental, port logistics, vessel construction, marine transportation