Port of Montreal Lockout- Operational and Logistics Impacts

Port of Montreal Lockout- Operational and Logistics Impacts

On November 10th, 2024, the Port of Montreal’s Termont terminals (Viau and Maisonneuve) entered a lockout after the longshoremen’s union, CUPE Local 375, rejected the Maritime Employers Association (MEA) final wage offer. This lockout has caused significant logistical disruptions, as Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) have temporarily halted rail shipments to these terminals. Shipping carriers are investigating cargo diversions as the lockout prolongs.

Further updates pending.

Key Points:

• Lockout Initiation: November 10^th, 2024, at 9 p.m.
• Terminals Affected: Viau and Maisonneuve (Termont-operated)
• Rail Restrictions: Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City have suspended services to Montreal-bound intermodal terminals.
• Alternative Ports for Cargo: Halifax and Saint John are seeing increased cargo volume to reduce delays.

KWE will continue to provide timely updates and support to ensure the continuity of your cargo operations. For further assistance, please contact your KWE representative.

Sources:

https://www.port-montreal.com/en/goods/operations/notices-goods/negociations-en

https://globalnews.ca/news/10863641/port-of-montreal-lockout/

https://theloadstar.com/port-of-montreal-strikers-reject-final-pay-offer-and-are-locked-out/

https://www.worldcargonews.com/news/2024/11/montreal-longshoremens-union-rejects-latest-offer-from-mea/?gdpr=deny

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