Ammonia has been produced, handled, and shipped safely for over a century. It plays a critical role in agriculture as a key component of fertilizers, as well as in refrigeration and industrial processes.

Ammonia is a commonly shipped good with 20,000 metric tonnes per year typically shipped globally and in 2020 there were 120 ports with ammonia trading facilities.

Thanks to its long history of use internationally, robust safety standards have been developed to mitigate risks, making ammonia transport and handling routine in global industries. Its established safety record underscores that, with proper protocols, ammonia can be managed efficiently and securely. Standard safety measures include proper ventilation, protective equipment for workers, and adherence to transportation regulations.

Newfoundland and Labrador has extensive experience in the safe handling, storage, and shipping of energy products, such as crude oil, and this experience, combined with regulations and protocols will ensure the safe handling, storage, and transportation of ammonia.