Bulk Transport

The movement of large, unpackaged quantities of mineral commodities through the supply chain using trucks, conveyors, rail, barges, and ships. Bulk transport systems are engineered for specific commodity properties, volumes, and distances. In bauxite and iron ore mining, dedicated rail lines and conveyor systems transport ore from mine to port. Transport cost per tonne is a critical economic parameter influencing mine competitiveness. Efficient bulk transport infrastructure minimises logistics costs and ensures reliable ore supply to processing facilities and export markets.