SAKSHAM: IL6 Webinar on Logistics & Sustainability

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What is the primary advantage of the Transport Management System outlined in the content?

Increased freight charges due to improved services

Reducing lead times for all transportation modes

Automating all manual operations in freight transport

Enhanced management of quality and quantity data (correct)

Which of the following describes the integration of the Transport Management System with the Indian Railway Central system?

It focuses solely on reducing operational costs.

It requires significant changes to current operational workflows.

It allows for improved monitoring and planning through centralization. (correct)

It eliminates the need for all manual processes entirely.

Which feature aids in optimizing cost and service level in the Transport Management System?

Real-time tracking of individual shipments only

Only human management for decision-making processes

Machine learning and AI analytical capabilities (correct)

Use of outdated data management systems

What is a key aspect of the end-to-end visibility in material flow as per the content?

Monitoring quality and quantity with a centralized platform Signup and view all the answers

What benefit does the multi-asset, multi-mode planning module offer?

It enhances scalability across various operations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected percentage dependency on rail for transportation to TSK by FY’30?

73% Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected logistic cost for transporting iron ore from Kalmang to TSK by FY’30?

Rs/ton 324 Signup and view all the answers

How many tonnes of CO2 emissions are projected after the transition in transportation methods?

2,23,338 t-CO2 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of the 100+ slurry pipeline projects mentioned?

Eco-friendly and efficient Signup and view all the answers

Which infrastructural project is related to rail connectivity enhancements?

Intra Plant Rail facilities Signup and view all the answers

What capacity is the slurry pipeline designed to transport from Kalmang to TSK?

7 MTPA Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the upcoming projects related to infrastructure?

Development of air transport facilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following benefits does the current iron ore logistics cost project promise by FY’30?

Lower costs and reduced emissions Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated annual reduction in GHG footprint achieved by Tata Steel's deployment of Electric Vehicles?

3500 tCO2e Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vehicles was first deployed by Tata Steel for transporting finished steel?

Electric Vehicles Signup and view all the answers

Where were the first Electric Vehicles flagged off by Tata Steel?

Pilkhuwa Stockyard, Uttar Pradesh Signup and view all the answers

How many Electric Vehicles does Tata Steel plan to deploy in total?

27 EVs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of implementing sustainable saddles at stockyards?

To maximize the use of polymer instead of wood Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the solar initiatives mentioned for sustainability?

Installation of solar panels at Patna Stockyard Signup and view all the answers

What percentage increase in coastal movement is reported compared to the previous year?

25% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following companies is associated with the transportation of Iron Ore using enhanced logistics?

JSW Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following shipments occurred first?

Shipment from Haldia to Pandu port Signup and view all the answers

What type of vehicle did Tata Steel introduce for the second leg of transportation in the west?

CNG vehicles Signup and view all the answers

Which certification was awarded to Tata Tiscon, the steel rebar brand?

GreenPro certification Signup and view all the answers

How many shipments of LNG fueled bulk carrier did Tata Steel perform in FY24?

4 shipments Signup and view all the answers

What was the capacity of the steel recycling plant set up by Tata Steel in India?

0.5 MnTPA Signup and view all the answers

Which organization did Tata Steel join to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions?

Sea Cargo Charter Signup and view all the answers

What type of sustainable report did Tata Steel publish for the first time in India?

Global Reporting Initiative-based sustainability report Signup and view all the answers

Which plant was awarded the first ResponsibleSteel Certification in India?

Jamshedpur plant Signup and view all the answers

Which discharge port has the capability to handle Capesize vessels?

Dhamra Port Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using Haldia Port?

Can only handle partly unloaded Kamsarmax/Supramax Signup and view all the answers

What is the total cargo capacity of Dhamra Port in FY23?

10 MnT Signup and view all the answers

Which port is primarily used during rail shortages at Dhamra?

Kolkata Signup and view all the answers

Which port has the lowest rail freight to Tata Steel Jharia (TSJ) and Haldia Port?

Haldia Port Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of using coastal movement for shipment?

Support for larger cargo sizes Signup and view all the answers

What major development is underway to support future growth plans?

Subarnarekha Port Signup and view all the answers

What type of vessels can Gangavaram Port handle?

Babycapes and under loaded capes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of the coastal routes?

Lower greenhouse gas emissions Signup and view all the answers

Which port primarily serves TSM and TSK?

Paradip Port Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a feature of Dhamra Port?

Limited infrastructure Signup and view all the answers

What challenge is faced with rail transport from Paradip Port?

Limited rake availability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ports is not mentioned as a discharge port?

Chennai Signup and view all the answers

Which system is primarily responsible for data transfer to the TSL Server?

API Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

SAKSHAM: IL6 Webinar - Logistics & Sustainability

Tata Steel aims for a 73% reduction in rail dependency for transporting iron ore to TSK by FY30.
This includes augmenting rail infrastructure with connections to Angul-Sukinda, Duburi, and TSK facilities.
Iron ore logistics costs are projected to fall from Rs 1340/ton to Rs 324/ton due to improved logistics.
Slurry pipelines are considered the cheapest and most efficient mode of transportation for iron ore, leading to 100+ projects announced by JSW, JSPL, and AM/NS in Odisha.
Emissions are projected to decrease from 2,24,269 t-CO2 to 2,23,338 t-CO2.

Green Initiatives

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are being deployed by Tata Steel, with 27 EVs launched in Pilkhuwa Stockyard expected to reduce GHG footprint by ~3500 tCO2e annually.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) powered vehicles are being used to transport finished steel products.
Solar Panels are being installed at Patna and Jaipur stockyards, with 7 more stockyards slated for installations in FY23.
Polymer saddles are being used in place of wood at all stockyards.

Digital Initiatives

Transport Management System (TMS) aims for optimized cost and service levels, multi-modal planning, and robust OTIF measures.
Centralized dispatch planning with machine learning and AI is being implemented.
Integration with the Indian Railway Central System for efficient monitoring, planning, and paperless operations.
BOXN/BOBSN Tracking System provides end-to-end material flow visibility with quality and quantity data monitoring.

Discharge Ports

Dhamra Port is the key port for TSL, while Paradip Port serves TSM and TSK.
Haldia Port handles ~5.8 MnT in FY23, with the lowest rail freight to TSJ and HMC, but limited capacity for large vessels.
Dhamra Port handles ~10 MnT in FY23, offering Capesize vessel handling and proximity to TSK, but limited rake availability.
Paradip Port and KICT handle ~7.4 MnT in FY23, offering proximity to TSK and TSA, but limited rake availability to SER zones.
Alternative ports like Kolkata, Gopalpur, and Gangavaram are used for crisis management and ensuring supply chain reliability.
Subarnarekha Port is under development to meet future growth plans.

Coastal Movement

5,560 km coastline with 11 major ports facilitates coastal movement.
Paradip/Dhamra to Mumbai routes are currently operational, offering low GHG emissions and ease of handling coils up to 34 tons.

Inland Waterways

Barge shipments through the India-Bangladesh protocol river route are being explored as an alternative to rail and road transport for TMT bars to North Eastern regions.
Trial shipments from Haldia to Pandu port were executed in Feb’22, with shipments to Agartala via Ashuganj port in Bangladesh being executed in Jan’23 and May’23.

Sustainable Firsts

First Indian company to publish Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)-based sustainability report in 2001.
First in Indian steel industry to commission a 5 tonnes per day CO2 capture plant in Jamshedpur.
First to set up a steel recycling plant in India (0.5 MnTPA capacity in Haryana).
First Indian steel rebar brand (Tata Tiscon) to receive GreenPro certification.
First steel maker in India to deploy EVs for finished steel transportation.
First steel producer globally to join the Sea Cargo Charter to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions in ocean trade.
First to execute a blockchain enabled, paperless trade transaction.
First ResponsibleSteel Certification in India awarded to the Jamshedpur plant.
First Indian company to import cargo on LNG fueled bulk carrier (4 shipments YTD FY24), reducing carbon by ~7.65 kt with a cost benefit of 15 cents/ton.
First to introduce 32 LNG vehicles in West and 124 CNG vehicles in NCR for 2nd leg dispatches.

Notable Reads

Project Aalingana
Virtual repository to track carbon dioxide savings launched.
Tata Steel leads sustainability within the steel sector.
Green Initiatives
Completed a fully loaded voyage from Australia to India using B24 biofuel.
Sustainability innovations for a greener tomorrow.
The Netherlands supports €3 billion in green subsidies for Tata Steel Ijmuiden.

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This quiz covers the key initiatives and strategies of Tata Steel aimed at enhancing logistics and sustainability. Topics include rail infrastructure improvements, cost reduction in iron ore transportation, deployment of electric vehicles, and emissions reduction measures. Test your knowledge on these critical aspects of sustainable industrial practices.