North America is rich in sulphur that is in high demand in Asia

Connect to the powerful CN rail network and capitalize on a wealth of import possibilities.

The demand for sulphur in Asia continues to grow. Whether shipping sulphur, liquid sulphur or sulphuric acid, in bulk or by container, CN can offer you seamless shipping from western Canada's production sulphur facilities directly to key ports in Asia.

We provide the safe, efficient and cost-effective transportation of sulphur from Canadian production facilities in Alberta and British Columbia.

CN's can efficiently transport large sulphur shipments in containers or unit trains (up to 115 cars) on our high capacity 128,700-kg rail line to terminals on Canada's west coast. Sulphur shipments are then transferred to vessels bound for key ports in Asia.

CN-served sulphur producers, container stuffing facilities and key export gateways

We have the equipment to transport sulphur

Whether you are shipping by bulk or container vessel, we have the equipment to do the job.

• Heavy-duty rotary gondolas are designed for unit trains, can be loaded or unloaded in minutes without being uncoupled and have a capacity of 110 metric tonnes.
• 20-foot marine containers have a usable cube of 1,169 cubic feet and 21 metric tonne capacity.
• 40-foot marine containers are available to serve our import/export customers.

We can deliver your sulphur faster

The transit times to Asia from Canada's west coast offer a competitive shipping advantage. Benefit from predictable, reliable transit cycle times and manage your sulphur imports with confidence.

Transit times based on bulk vessel speed of 13.5 knots

Contact CN's sulphur expert today

If you need a transportation solution for the shipment of sulphur, contact our expert, Shane Seeley, at 403-441-4871 or send him an email.

We have the power to deliver.