Cement Logistics
The high transport costs in relation to the product value are a particular challenge for the cement industry. Since the transport costs largely depend on the delivery distance, the type of transport and the existing infrastructure, modeling cement logistics is an important factor for recording acquisition costs to supply the market.
The optimal transport of cement depends on the specifics of the location and can be carried out by truck, rail, inland vessel, conventional bulk carrier or special cement ship. At distances of 300 km or more, a ship is the most economical alternative.
BALTRADER-Concept of a cement vessel
When selecting the appropriate means of transport, cost savings is not the only goal. Speed, flexibility, reliability and transport volume also play a crucial role. As a result, specialized cement vessels with self-discharging devices whose closed systems are particularly suitable for transporting cement, granulated blast-furnace slag, ground granulated blast-furnace slag and fly ash provide unique technical features and clear advantages over conventional mini-bulkers:
- Clean loading and unloading since dust is avoided
- No contamination or clumping of the cargo due to water ingress or cargo residues
- Loading and unloading unaffected by weather as a result of closed loading and discharging systems
- Ability to plan accurately and ensure punctual delivery
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