Mining

Moving an industry forward safely and efficiently through service excellence.

Proudly serving the mining industry with world-class end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions.

The global mining industry demands ever more innovative strategies to stay competitive, with the supply chain emerging as a key area for driving cost savings and operational efficiency. Unitrans delivers added value as a forward- thinking, strategic partner to the mining, explosives, and construction industries. Our load and haul solutions provide opportunities for continuous operational improvement.

As a leading provider of both on-mine and off-mine services, as well as bulk materials handling, Unitrans supports customers across Sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Mozambique, Malawi, Lesotho, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Eswatini. For decades, Unitrans has operated bulk handling equipment for many of the region’s largest mining groups, transporting a wide range of commodities such as mineral sand, copper, kimberlite, limestone, salt, nickel, chrome, and platinum.

With over 35 years of success operating road trains, we have pioneered safe, high-payload combinations using Performance-Based Systems (PBS). Additionally, we offer comprehensive mining services, including the transportation of explosives and the supply of ancillary mining equipment, ensuring a seamless, end-to-end service for our mining partners.

Our End-to-End Solutions for the Mining Industry include:

Technology & Supply Chain Solutions

Unitrans embraces advanced technology to streamline mining logistics, using real-time tracking, predictive analytics, and automation to optimise efficiency and safety. Our innovative supply chain solutions ensure swift, secure, and visible movement of resources, tailored to the mining sector’s demands. By harnessing technology, we help mining operations across Africa achieve sustainable growth.

Freight Forwarding & Clearing
Risk & Safety Management
Strategic & Tactical Planning
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
Supply Chain Optimisation
End-to-End Solutions

On- and Off-site Services

Unitrans provides seamless on- and off-mine services, ensuring the efficient transport of materials and equipment while maintaining strict safety standards. Our tailored solutions integrate with mining operations, from extraction to delivery, optimising each step for reliability and cost-effectiveness.

Clearing & Stripping
Drilling & Blasting
Crushing & Screening
Load & Haul
Haul Road Maintenance
Stockpile Management
Pit De-watering
Inbound & Outbound Logistics
Rehabilitation
Personnel Transport
Mining Explosives Transportation

Discover the power of Unitrans’ road train.

Unitrans is the trailblazer behind Africa’s road train heavy haulage system, revolutionising mining freight with a cost-effective and powerful solution. As Africa’s largest road train operator, with around 35 road trains across multiple sites, Unitrans runs the continent’s longest and most efficient haulers. Our deep understanding of the tough conditions in African mines makes us the trusted leader in heavy haulage solutions.

The power of higher payloads.

Unitrans maximises every load with our advanced road trains, pushing the limits to transport up to 130 tons per train. This capability not only ensures the efficient movement of large volumes but also helps minimise trips, reducing rate per ton and transport operating cost and queuing time.

Reduction in fleet.

Operating road trains on mining operations reduces fleet size requirements, and in turn offers increased payload capacity. This results in reduced fuel consumption and optimises resource allocation.

Sustainability in motion.

Our road train solutions minimise environmental impact by decreasing emissions per ton of freight. Fewer vehicles and optimised payloads mean fewer trips, lowering carbon emissions and contributing to greener logistics.

Driving productivity forward and upward.

Unitrans enhances productivity across the entire operation through our ability to transport more in each journey.

Streamlining operations.

Unitrans’ road trains reduce congestion and queuing at loading and offloading areas, creating smoother operations. By minimising wait times, we help our clients maintain momentum and keep workflows on track.

Cost-efficiency in action.

Optimised payloads translate into cost savings. With fewer trips required and lower fuel consumption, Unitrans helps reduce overall transport and maintenance costs, ensuring clients benefit from a competitive rate per ton.

Safety first, along every step of the way.

Safety remains paramount in all we do. Unitrans’ road trains meet the highest safety standards, incorporate performance-based design principles of PBS in the design of the road train solution, ensuring the secure transport of materials in some of Africa’s toughest conditions. Our commitment to safety safeguards our teams, the cargo, and the environment.