CN announced today it has entered into a transportation agreement with BHP to support the movement of potash from the Jansen Potash Mine in Saskatchewan to export terminals on Canada’s West Coast, helping connect one of the world’s largest new potash developments to global markets.
The agreement leverages CN’s nearly 20,000-mile rail network to connect Saskatchewan potash to major export gateways through Westshore Terminals in Vancouver and beyond. The arrangement supports the initial production phase of the Jansen project and reinforces CN’s role in enabling efficient supply chains and connecting Canadian resource producers to international markets through its extensive North American network.
As one of the largest infrastructure investments in Saskatchewan’s history, the Jansen Potash Mine is expected to play an important role in supporting global food production for decades to come. Potash is a key nutrient used in fertilizers that help improve crop yields and strengthen food security around the world. Through its rail and port connections, CN will help ensure reliable access to international markets throughout Asia, Latin America and other regions where demand for fertilizer products continues to grow.
“Jansen is the most significant investment in Saskatchewan and a transformative project for North America’s agricultural supply chain,” said Janet Drysdale, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, CN.
“Potash is one of Canada’s most important export commodities, and the Jansen project is expected to become a significant new source of supply for global agricultural markets,” commented Sandra Ellis, Vice-President, Bulk, CN. “CN’s network provides the reach, capacity and resilience needed to move these products efficiently from mine to port. We look forward to working closely with BHP as production ramps up and new supply chains are established to help support farmers and feed a growing world.”
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