Petroleum products and general merchandise are imported. It is also a transfer point for goods and passengers between northern Newfoundland and Labrador. There are several wharves with depths of 18' to 24'.The shipyard has facilities available for the construction and repair of trawlers, coastal tankers, tugs and other types of vessels. On the NE side of Mortier Bay is situated an oil rig servicing base. The harbour is open year-round.
Pilotage is compulsory.
There are several wharves with depths alongside of 22' to 29'. The port is open year round and an important transfer point for goods and passengers between Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. Marine Atlantic operates a daily ferry service between the ports of North Sydney and Port aux Basque. Pilotage availabe but not compulsory. The harbour is open the year round although operations may be curtailed from December to March due to ice and weather conditions.