Halifax port gets ready for impact of U.S. strike [Video]

The Port of Halifax is expecting increased container traffic as a strike at major American ports diverts cargo north of the border.

“They’ll be unloaded here. Cargos that were originally destined for them to be moved out of the port by rail will be moved out by our CN Rail connection. Cargos that would have otherwise been destined for in and around New York or other port area will stay at the terminal until such time as the labour disruptions conclude,” said Paul MacIsaac, Port of Halifax senior vice-president.

A strike along the eastern seaboard of the United States is stopping the flow of goods, which is impacting almost all cargo ports from Maine to Texas.

Montreal dockworkers are also on strike for three days. Two of the terminals are still operational, but some containers are sitting idle.

The Port of Halifax is expecting to see the same.

“We have capacity for Halifax. We’re …