Methanex recognized for impeccable rail safety record in 2023

By Medicine Hat News on September 25, 2024.

Methanex says its safety record has been recognized by four major railroads in North America after not one accidental release of methanol was recorded during the loading of 8,000 rail cars in 2023.--News File Photo

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Methanex has been recognized has a safe shipper by North America’s major railroads for the ninth consecutive year, recording no spills, splashes, accidents or unintended releases while loading 8,000 rail cars in North America last year.

The company with substantial manufacturing plants and terminals in Medicine Hat and Louisiana says it was the only methanol producer to earn the designation in 2023.

Officials said the ranking is a testament to workers in the company’s manufacturing and logistics units.