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Pilbara bulk ore transport system project, Australia

18th November 2016

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

  

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Name of the Project
Pilbara bulk ore transport system (BOTS) project.

Location
The proposed BOTS will originate in Iron Valley, in the Pilbara, in Western Australia, and extend in a north-north-west direction to the Port Hedland port precinct.

Client
Mineral Resources Limited (MRL).

Project Description
The BOTS project proposes to develop an elevated, autonomous logistics solution, designed to deliver iron-ore mined from the Iron Valley mine site to the Port Hedland inner harbour for export.

This system proposes to replace the road haulage transport solution currently in operation.

The BOTS will use purpose-designed power cars and wagons, fuelled by diesel and gas, to transport the ore over 330 km.

A Perth-based control centre will autonomously monitor the system.

Jobs to be Created
Not stated.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
The Western Australian Environmental Protection Authority approved the project, subject to nine conditions, in September.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
MRL, tel +61 8 9336 6267, fax +61 8 9433 5121 or email media@mineralresources.com.au.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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