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Bulk Handling Dry-bulk Terminal Economics

'Trust Me' pays off

Whilst forecasters warn dry-bulk volume growth is expected to slow - though not just yet - on opposite sides of the world terminal operators are working with their partners to streamline supply chains. Kevin Chinnery and Nick Elliott report.

The HVCCLT supply chain: operating improvements have eased delays
The HVCCLT supply chain: operating improvements have eased delays

With Australian coal port infrastructure in the political cross-hairs over the past 12 months for falling behind the bull market, one Australian coal producing region has boosted export capacity by 30% - without a cent in capital investment, or waiting years for new facilities to come on line.

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The HVCCLT supply chain: operating improvements have eased delays

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