Adapting to Changing Markets

CN is committed to helping our new and existing coal customers compete in an ever-evolving global marketplace by facilitating a sustainable coal supply chain that integrates every step along the way.

We also provide coal producers with the flexibility to reach a variety of target markets via our superior network reach and our unparalleled direct access to multiple coal export terminals on the Canadian West Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.




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A Far-Reaching World Class Supply Chain
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Business Unit Overview: Coal CN - Your Industry - Coal

CN - Your Industry - Coal
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ADVANTAGES
  • CN is the only Canadian railway in North America with direct access to coal export terminals on the west coast of Canada and the Gulf of Mexico.
  • CN’s unparalleled access to coal export terminals offer CN customer flexibility and a fluid gateway to European and Asian markets.
  • CN’s dedicated Bulk Operations service group works with all supply chain stakeholders to manage inventories at mines and terminals as well as coordinating to meet vessel schedules.
KEY FACTS
  • CN moves an average of 45 million tonnes of coal every year.
  • CN has direct access to 13 mines, 7 petroleum coke-producing facilities, and 7 high capacity export terminals.
COMMODITIES
  • Thermal grades of bituminous coal and metallurgical coal
  • Petroleum coke
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CN’s sales team works hand-in-hand with customers to help them reach new markets and grow their business. With 24/7 customer service and a suite of digital tools for managing your shipments, we’ve built a toolkit that works for our customers.
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