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Canada's freight rail networks face a standstill as over 9,000 workers are locked out in a contract dispute, impacting Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Canadian National simultaneously. This work stoppage poses a significant threat to North American supply chains. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce highlights that a labor stoppage could disrupt the flow of approximately $730 million in goods daily. Commodities shippers are already experiencing repercussions, with railroads clearing networks of industrial chemicals. Shortages of essential chemicals like chlorine are becoming apparent. As the deadline approached, significant gaps remained between the parties, with accusations of bad faith bargaining. The situation underscores the critical need for swift resolution to prevent further disruptions in the freight rail sector.

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🚨 Canada's Rail Network on the Brink: CN and CPKC Poised for Lockout 🚨 Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City are set to lock out thousands of Teamsters union workers by Thursday, potentially bringing the majority of Canada’s rail freight to a halt. Despite weekend negotiations, both sides remain far apart, raising concerns about worker safety and the future of Canada’s rail system. The stakes are high, with grain, autos, and other critical goods at risk of disruption. The clock is ticking for a resolution. 💬 What impact do you think this will have on the industry and supply chains? 🔗 Join the discussion on the Pakira Forums https://lnkd.in/eqaTcVaW and share your insights! #RailIndustry #LabourDispute #Teamsters #SupplyChain #CanadianEconomy

Are we just hours away from a massive supply chain crisis? A midnight deadline looms as Canada's two largest freight railways plan to lock out Teamsters members. Each day of a work stoppage will lead to three to five days of recovery per a Candian National (CN) spokesperson. Get the details here: https://lnkd.in/gbaDs8DV #freight #supplychain #supplychainnews #strike #canadabusiness #railwaynews

The ongoing rail strike in Canada is yet another reminder of how fragile our supply chains can be. With significant disruptions in the movement of goods, businesses across North America are likely to feel the impact. This situation underscores the importance of having contingency plans and diversified supply chains. Relying too heavily on one mode of transportation or a single geographic route can lead to serious bottlenecks when disruptions occur.

Canada's two largest railroads shut down due to a labor dispute with the Teamsters union. The union argues that the railroads are demanding concessions on crew scheduling, rail safety, and fatigue management, while the railroads claim they have offered significant pay increases and addressed scheduling concerns. If the lockout continues, ocean carriers are reviewing vessel schedules that will divert ships to U.S. ports like Seattle-Tacoma, Oakland, and Los Angeles-Long Beach. This could lead to congestion and equipment shortage in the US. Experts are also saying that there is a risk of U.S. West Coast dockworker unions refusing to unload Canada-bound cargo out of solidarity, similar to what occurred during the 2023 strike. A prolonged strike would have significant repercussions for both the U.S. and Canadian economies, with potential supply-chain shortages and inflated prices. #Teamsters #CanadaRailStrike #SupplyChain https://lnkd.in/gjJBRhtN

We are closely monitoring the recent shutdown of the two largest Canadian railways, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. (CPKC), and Canadian National Railway Co. (CN)). With railway freight traffic coming to a standstill, containers are now stuck with no immediate options for movement. This situation is likely to lead to a pile-up of containers at ports, further straining the already burdened truck network. Disruptions like these continue to underscore the urgent need for greater visibility, agility, and strong contingency planning in supply chain management. https://lnkd.in/e4b5Ddef #supplychainvisibility #logistics #railfreight #shipping #KlearNowAI

The recent labor turmoil at #Canada's #railroads poses significant challenges for #supplychains in both the short and long term. In the immediate future, we can expect #disruptions in the movement of goods, leading to potential shortages and increased costs for businesses across North America (chemicals and grains). This situation may exacerbate current supply chain bottlenecks and create a ripple effect throughout various industries. Looking ahead, this event highlights the vulnerability of our interconnected supply networks to labor disputes. Companies may need to reassess their transportation strategies, potentially diversifying their logistics options and building more #resilience into their supply chains. This could lead to increased investment in alternative transportation modes or the development of more localized supply networks to mitigate future risks. https://lnkd.in/eSgTAfx6

Look out for Supply Chain issues if the strike goes on for very long. Rail shutdown hits industry For the first time, Canada's two major freight railroads have simultaneously paused operations due to a labor dispute, risking "significant economic harm to businesses and consumers in Canada and the U.S." if it lasts, per The Associated Press. All rail traffic in Canada and all shipments crossing the U.S. border are on pause, with employees of Canadian National and CPKC railroads locked out early Thursday after a deadline passed without new agreements with the Teamsters union representing about 10,000 workers. The U.S. Department of Transportation says billions of dollars worth of goods travel by rail between the two countries. Depending on its duration, the shutdown could affect U.S. agriculture, the auto industry, residential construction and energy, notes CNN. #supplydemand #higherprices #railstrike

Follow & Visit Us www.sobelnet.com Brian C. Wills Bisham Deena Potential Rail Disruption Looms in Canada as Labor Dispute Intensifies Canada’s labor regulators ruled on Friday that a disruption to the country’s rail system would not significantly endanger public safety, paving the way for a potential strike or lockout as early as August 22 if ongoing negotiations fail. #CanadaRail #RailDisruption #LaborDispute #SupplyChainImpact #TeamstersCanada #RailStrike #CanadianRailways #CPKC #CNRail #FreightTransport #IndustrialRelations #RailNetwork #PublicSafety #LaborNegotiations #SupplyChainCrisis #TransportCanada #Logistics #InternationalFreight #RailwayStrike #RailSafety https://lnkd.in/eHS5AZvu