Revolutionising EU to Africa Bitumen Logistics with the ADR/RID Bitutainer™
TEC Container Solutions has announced its ground-breaking work in the European bitumen market, achieved through the innovative use of the ADR/RID Bitutainer™.
The project aimed to safely and efficiently transport large volumes of hot bitumen from EU refineries to South West Africa, and the ADR/RID Bitutainer™ played a pivotal role in achieving this goal.
The ADR/RID Bitutainer™ is a highly specialised tank container fully compliant with European ADR and RID regulations. This certification ensures that it meets stringent standards, allowing for the safe transport of hot bitumen by road without requiring the product to cool first. This feature not only streamlines the logistics process but also significantly reduces lead times, making it a game-changer in the bitumen transportation industry.
Designed with innovation and efficiency in mind, the ADR/RID Bitutainer™ boasts a range of features that make it uniquely suited for this task:
- Fully Certified: Fully compliant with ADR and RID certifications, enabling seamless transport from refineries to ports.
- High Capacity: 25% higher carrying capacity than standard ISO tank style bitumen tanks
- Versatility and Efficiency: The container’s innovative design allows for direct movement from refinery to port after filling, reducing logistical delays and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Robust Design: Fully framed with corner twist locks and damage reinforcement plates, ensuring durability during transit.
- Rail Durability: Impact tested for proven durability in rail transportation.
- Insulated Design: Double-walled insulation ensures efficient heating and heat retention during transport.
The project overcame significant challenges, such as the traditional need to wait for bitumen to cool before transportation, which significantly extended transport times and increased costs, or using smaller capacity ISO tanks which negatively impacts the transport cost per ton of the logistic. The ADR/RID Bitutainer™ eliminates these challenges by allowing hot bitumen to be transported immediately after filling.
This innovation in bitumen transportation is set to make a substantial impact on the African market. By providing a safe and efficient means to import EU bitumen, it opens up new opportunities for African companies to benefit from smoother logistics and reduced transport expenses. This also fosters new trading avenues, linking African businesses with EU refineries and boosting the regional bitumen market.
“We are excited to see the transformative impact of the ADR/RID Bitutainer™ in the African market,” said Jon Whittall, Managing Director at TEC Container Solutions. “This project demonstrates our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers, enabling them to achieve their goals efficiently and safely.”
