Logistics Training Course

Loading, Unloading & Storage of Coal and Iron Ore at Ports

Ports play a critical role in the global supply chain of minerals and raw materials. Coal and iron ore, being two of the most vital bulk commodities, require specialized handling, storage, and movement protocols to ensure efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.

This course by Pertecnica Engineering provides in-depth, practical training in the loading, unloading, stacking, storage, and dispatch of coal and iron ore at ports, terminals, and industrial stockyards. It is designed to equip professionals and job seekers with the skills required for careers in port operations, terminal logistics, and mineral handling—including the use of conveyor belts, stackers, reclaimers, hoppers, and ship loaders.

Who Should Join This Logistics Training Course?

• Final-year diploma/engineering students in mechanical, civil, mining, or marine streams

• Port and terminal workers involved in coal/iron ore operations

• Job seekers targeting careers in port logistics, steel plants, and mining exports

• Employees of EPC companies, cargo handling contractors, and port logistics firms

• Engineers and site supervisors engaged in bulk material transportation

• Professionals handling bulk vessel chartering, stevedoring, and yard planning

Key Learning Objectives

• Understand end-to-end workflow of coal and iron ore movement at ports

• Learn loading and unloading processes using port cranes, hoppers, and conveyor systems

• Train in handling ship-to-shore operations and bulk vessel logistics

• Manage open yard storage, moisture content issues, and dust suppression

• Operate stackers, reclaimers, loaders, and unloading buckets

• Ensure safe handling, minimize losses, and comply with pollution norms

• Get familiar with cargo documentation, sampling, inspection, and coordination with customs

Course Modules

1. Introduction to Bulk Cargo Operations

   • Importance of coal and iron ore in global trade

   • Overview of port terminals handling bulk cargo

2. Coal and Iron Ore Handling Equipment

   • Ship loaders/unloaders, hoppers, conveyor belts

   • Stackers, reclaimers, bulldozers, grab buckets, and tipplers

3. Unloading from Ships and Railway Wagons

   • Jetty operations and safety precautions

   • Wagon tippling, truck unloading, and dust mitigation

4. Storage and Stockpile Management

   • Pile formation, segregation, and layering

   • Prevention of spontaneous combustion, drainage, and wind barriers

5. Loading for Inland Dispatch

   • Railway siding operations, barge loading, and truck dispatch

   • Weighbridge operations and dispatch documentation

6. Safety, Pollution Control, and Environmental Regulations

   • Dust suppression systems, water spraying, and tarpaulin use

   • Compliance with port authority and pollution control board norms

7. Sampling, Quality Control, and Coordination with Buyers

   • Sampling methods, testing moisture and ash content

   • Interfacing with customs, stevedores, and port operators

8. Mini Project & Port Simulation

   • Planning a coal/ore unloading operation with capacity, safety, and timing constraints

   • Generating stockpile plan, dispatch flow, and risk checklist

Course Format

• Duration: 3 Weeks (Short-Term Professional Course)

• Delivery: Online + Offline (videos of port operations and loading equipment)

• Tools Provided: SOPs, cargo movement templates, equipment checklists

• Eligibility: Diploma/Graduate students or working professionals in logistics, mining, or engineering sectors

Certification

Participants will receive:

• Certification in Coal & Iron Ore Port Handling – Pertecnica Engineering

• Project evaluation score and operations toolkit

• Verified course report for employer submission

Career Opportunities

Why Choose Pertecnica?

• India’s most specialized logistics training provider for industrial and port operations

• Course content developed with inputs from stevedores, port engineers, and cargo inspectors

• Focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and real-world cargo flow

• Ideal for port internships, fresher placements, and upskilling of field staff

• Suitable for cargo planners, marine logistics professionals, and government project teams

Control the Flow of India’s Core Commodities

Master the techniques of handling coal and iron ore at the nation’s busiest ports and become a certified expert in bulk material logistics.