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Case Study 3: Australian Mineral Sands Projects

From Broken Hill to Global Markets: Smarter Mineral Sands Logistics

Client Background

Our client is a leading mining operator specialising in the extraction of mineral sands. With operations based in Broken Hill, their business relies on exporting product through Port Adelaide to international markets. To remain competitive, they needed a bulk transport system that was both efficient and resilient.

The Challenge

Transporting mineral sands over 600 kilometres by rail posed several hurdles:

  • Ensuring safe, dust-free handling of a sensitive bulk commodity.
  • Coordinating a continuous loop between mine, rail, and port without bottlenecks.
  • Meeting strict export schedules and vessel deadlines.
  • Integrating with existing port tippler infrastructure for smooth unloading.

The Solution

We delivered a closed-loop containerised logistics system tailored to the client’s operation:

  • 1,750 custom 20-foot bulk mining containers supplied on time to kick-start the loop.
  • Containers fitted with removable lids for secure, dust-controlled transport.
  • Full tippler compatibility, enabling fast and efficient discharge at the port.
  • A repeatable transport cycle: load at mine → rail to Adelaide → stack at port → unload via tippler → return empties to mine.

Results Achieved

The new system delivered measurable improvements across the operation:

  • Reliable mine-to-port performance, eliminating delays in the export chain.
  • Dust-free handling that met safety and environmental compliance standards.
  • Reduced turnaround times at port, thanks to streamlined tippler unloading.
  • On-time exports, ensuring the client could consistently meet shipping commitments.

Driving Smarter Bulk Transport

This project demonstrates how containerised logistics can transform bulk movement from mine to market. Whether you’re moving fertiliser, grain, or mineral sands, our team can design a custom solution that improves efficiency and resilience. Talk to us today and discover how we can optimise your bulk logistics.