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Canada's top West Coast Port plans for cargo flow continuity amid possible railroad strike

Canada's top West Coast Port plans for cargo flow continuity amid possible railroad strike

Posted on August 26, 2024   |  

Canada’s main West Coast port is preparing for potential disruptions due to a possible railroad strike.

Canadian National Railway has informed the Teamsters union of a lockout starting at 12:01 a.m. Thursday.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City has also issued a lockout notice after failed negotiations.

The Teamsters union has given a 72-hour strike warning, with no additional talks planned.

Vancouver handles one-third of Canada's non-North American merchandise trade.

The port authority is adjusting vessel schedules and anchorage to manage potential congestion.

Disruptions are expected in the movement of containers, grain, potash, coal, and other rail cargo.