This week i talk about CN’s proposed acquisition of Halterm and why its a good fit with what the company is doing on the west coast.
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I Suggested that Doubling the number of tracks at Halterm from 4 to 8 would actually allow an entire train to be made up in the terminal. Right now, there are 2000′ of track at Pier 36, and 6000′ parallel to Pier 41/42. If those double tracks were doubled, and the equipment changed from Toplifts to RTG’s then there would be more then enough room to accommodate the increased capacity.
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we covered Halifax Area Rail Operations in ShipSpotting 101 as well as how a container terminal works.
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Please check spelling and use of term Birth as it relates to Shipping. Correct spelling is Berth.
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