FRPD
1830 River Drive V3M 2A8 New Westminster, BC, Canada

Our hearts go out to our neighbours in New Westminster. We were honoured to work alongside the New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services to help with fire response at the pier. Fire services have been working around the clock to put out the fire and keep us safe. Join us in thanking them! Read more about our collaboration here:

Labour Day is a time to reflect and celebrate the important contributions of workers around the globe. We're so proud of the incredible team at FRPD. Thank you to those on each of our projects and in our offices across Canada. Happy Labour Day!

The BC Ferry Terminal in Port McNeill is the gateway terminal for service to two Island communities Alert Bay on Cormorant Island and Sointula on Malcolm Island. In 2015, the terminal received some much needed upgrades. FRPD was proud to help in rebuilding the new marine structures of the terminal. Learn more at https://frpd.com/b-c-ferries-port-mcneill-berth-rebuild/

Did you know: FRPD has the capability to complete all sizes and types of marine and infrastructure projects including design-build? Our fleet of marine equipment includes ten derricks from 100 ton to 350-ton capacity and more than 20 material scows from 500 to 2500 tons capacity allowing quick mobilization for any schedule. Learn more at https://frpd.com/marine-infrastructure/

FRPD, along with our joint venture partner, SPAL, a wholly-owned Tsleil-Waututh Nation company, successfully reached substantial completion of the South Jetty Reconstruction project at the Esquimalt Graving Dock in December 2019. The project involved construction of approximately 10,000 square metres of new dock space with a berth face of 300 lineal metres. We’re very proud of our accomplishments through the joint venture and pleased that the project met the Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business (PSAB) requirements. We offer our thanks to our client Public Services and Procurement Canada, the Esquimalt Graving Dock and our our team, including our Pile Drivers 2404 and IOUE local 115 members for their hard work!

FRPD accepted the #lunchboxchallenge from NorLand Limited which promotes supporting local businesses during this challenging time of COVID-19. FRPD employees took part on all sites including our offices and yard. Restaurants included Big Star Sandwich Co., Columbia Street Sandwich Company, Stanley Pho Restaurant in Delta, Ritz Catering H.A.V.E Cafe and Juke Fried Chicken, Ribs and Cocktail Bar, Jam Cafe Victoria and Charred. Thank you to all for sourcing the restaurants and arranging the lunches. And Jacob Bros Construction has accepted our challenge!

Wishing all a Happy Canada Day! May you celebrate safely and show your support for local businesses now more than ever. #CanadaDay2020

In 2012, Pinnacle Renewable Energy developed a $50M Wood Pellet Handling Facility on the west shoreline of Prince Rupert BC. FRPD was contracted to complete the marine structures, land sheet pile cofferdams, and erect the ship loader. Learn more at https://frpd.com/westview-terminal-pellet-handling-facility/

Did you know: FRPD has a wide range of dredging expertise and equipment? We work with customers to provide a cost effective solution to meet their needs, whether dredging 500 cubic meters by clamshell or 5,000,000 cubic meters by the FRPD 309. Learn more at https://frpd.com/dredging/

Project Highlight: The CN Aquatrain is a unique rail-marine barge service that provides a vital link between Alaska and the rest of North America. FRPD was contracted to supply and install three 60 diameter pipe dolphins to fortify the aging barge ramp in Prince Rupert that receives the Aquatrain. Learn more at https://frpd.com/cn-railcar-barge-terminal-upgrade/

Did you know: FRPD has been in the land foundation business for over 100 years. Our extensive fleet of pile driving and drilling equipment have successfully completed projects incorporating virtually every pile type and size within this range. Learn more at https://frpd.com/land-foundations/

We're hiring! FRPD is currently looking for an Assistant Controller to join our team. Learn more at https://frpd.com/careers/.

Project Highlight: River District is a 130-acre master planned, waterfront community located in Vancouver along the Fraser River at Marine Drive and Boundary Road. FRPD was proud to be a part of building this new community, which included the installation of two hundred (200) 17 dia. & 24 dia. closed-ended pipe piles to support one of the highrise structures. Read more: https://frpd.com/river-district-vancouver/

Project Highlight: In 2014 Veolia constructed a 40 MW biomass facility in Merritt, one of the largest biomass facilities in North America. FRPD was contracted to create a large 3-sided chip storage for this new facility. The scope included the supply and installation of steel piles and timber lagging. Read more: https://frpd.com/merritt-chip-fence/

FRPD is Canada’s largest Marine, Land Foundations, and Dredging company. Our versatile fleet is ready to complete all scope and size Marine, Environmental Remediation, Dredging and Land Foundation projects.