Tata Steel Infrastructure Projects Overview

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What is the primary focus of the Transport Management System described?

Reducing the overall travel distance for transport vehicles

Enhancing customer satisfaction through direct communication

Maximizing the number of transport modes used

Improving the efficiency of material flow and operational management (correct)

What technological capabilities are highlighted in the document for enhancing decision-making?

Traditional data tracking and manual reporting

Machine learning and AI analytical capabilities (correct)

Cloud computing and blockchain technology

Mobile applications for real-time tracking

What role does integration with the Indian Railway Central system play in the Transport Management System?

It reduces the need for centralized data management

It focuses on the training of personnel for physical operations

It enhances monitoring and planning to facilitate paperless operations (correct)

It introduces new vehicles to the transportation fleet

What feature of the Transport Management System emphasizes the importance of operational efficiency?

End-to-end visibility with a central platform Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of the Transport Management System?

Increased lead time for deliveries Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected dependency on rail transport for the year FY'30?

73% Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of transporting iron ore from Kalmang to TSK as projected?

Rs/ton 1340 Signup and view all the answers

What is the reduction in emissions projected from 2,24,269 t-CO2 to 2,23,338 t-CO2 indicative of?

Sustainable practices Signup and view all the answers

What does the proposed slurry pipeline project primarily aim to improve?

Operational transport efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is the capacity of the slurry pipeline project for transporting iron ore slurry?

7 MTPA Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of Tata Steel's deployment of Electric Vehicles?

To contribute to a carbon-neutral future Signup and view all the answers

How many Electric Vehicles is Tata Steel planning to deploy?

27 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a project proposed for infrastructural future readiness?

Improvement of IT Systems Signup and view all the answers

What makes the slurry pipeline a preferred method of transportation?

Eco-friendly and efficient Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected reduction in GHG footprint with the deployment of Electric Vehicles?

3500 tCO2e annually Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following facilities is part of the augmentation of RMHS facilities?

Twin tipplers Signup and view all the answers

What material is being maximized for use in saddles at stockyards?

Polymer Signup and view all the answers

How many solar panels were installed at the Patna Stockyard?

59 KW each Signup and view all the answers

What percentage increase in coastal movement is Tata Steel exploring?

25% Signup and view all the answers

Where was Tata Steel's first batch of LNG-powered vehicles flagged off?

Nagpur Signup and view all the answers

What are solar panels installed to contribute towards?

Sustainable energy usage Signup and view all the answers

What was the first Indian steel company to publish a Global Reporting Initiative-based sustainability report?

Tata Steel Signup and view all the answers

Which facility did Tata Steel establish in Haryana?

Steel recycling plant Signup and view all the answers

What milestone did Tata Steel achieve in December 2021?

First to use biofuel for cargo transport Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the Sustainability Dashboard developed by Tata Steel?

Shipping emission calculation Signup and view all the answers

What innovative transport method did Tata Steel first implement in finished steel transportation?

Electric Vehicles (EVs) Signup and view all the answers

How many LNG vehicles were introduced by Tata Steel for transportation in FY24?

32 Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Tata Tiscon in India's steel industry?

First steel rebar brand to receive GreenPro certification Signup and view all the answers

What cargo transport activity was completed by Tata Steel that marked a significant milestone?

Fully loaded voyage from Australia to India on biofuel Signup and view all the answers

Which discharge port has the capacity to handle Capesize vessels?

Dhamra Port Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant disadvantage of using Haldia Port?

Only handles underloaded capesize vessels Signup and view all the answers

Which port is currently the key port for TSL operations?

Dhamra Port Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of the coastal movement mentioned?

Low GHG emissions Signup and view all the answers

How much cargo did Paradip Port handle in FY23?

7.4 MnT Signup and view all the answers

In times of rail shortage, which ports are used to maintain supply chain reliability?

Kolkata, Gopalpur & Gangavaram Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the Subarnarekha Port?

It is under development for future growth Signup and view all the answers

Which supply chain alternative uses barge shipments?

Inland waterways to Northeast Signup and view all the answers

What is a noteworthy capability of the coastline mentioned?

Handling up to 34 tons of cargo Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ships can Visakhapatnam Port handle?

Babycapes and underloaded capes Signup and view all the answers

Which port is closest to TSK and TSA?

Paradip Port Signup and view all the answers

What is a main limiting factor for Paradip Port operations?

Limited rake availability Signup and view all the answers

Which region primarily benefits from the inland waterway shipments?

North Eastern region Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of TSL's current tracking system?

To integrate various supply chain data Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Upcoming Projects

Slurry pipeline: A slurry pipeline will be built to transport iron ore from Kalmang to TSK Plant with a capacity of 7 MTPA.
Infrastructure Future Readiness:
- Rail Infrastructure: Emphasis on improving rail connectivity with external lines like Angul-Sukinda and Duburi. Enhancements include infrastructure for pellet dispatch from TSK to TSA and intra-plant rail facilities.
- Augmentation of RMHS (Raw Material Handling System): Plans to install twin tipplers at TSJ, stackers, reclaimers, interconnecting conveyors, and enhance overall efficiency of handling equipment.
- Augmentation of Transport Parks & Plant Road Logistics Infrastructure: Investing in transport parks and road infrastructure to improve the logistics process.

Sustainability Initiatives

Electric Vehicles: Tata Steel is deploying electric vehicles for transporting finished steel products, aiming for a reduction of 3500 tonnes of CO2e emissions per year.
Solar Initiatives: Installation of solar panels at various stockyards aims to increase the reliance on renewable energy.
Greener Alternate Fuels: Transitioning to LNG-powered vehicles to reduce carbon emissions further.
Sustainable saddles: Using polymer saddles to maximize material usage and minimize dependency on wood.
Ramp up of Coastal Dispatches: Increasing coastal movement of products to serve customers directly, leading to about a 25% increase from the previous year.

Ongoing Digital Initiatives

Transport Management System: A centralized platform for all transportation needs, offering multi-asset and multi-mode planning, cost and service level optimization, and efficient order management.
Integration with FOIS (Freight Operations Information System): Integration with Indian Railways' central system for efficient monitoring, planning, and paperless operations.
BOXN/BOBSN Tracking System: A system for tracking containers and wagons.
STARS (Steel Tracking and Reporting System): A system for collecting and transferring data from various systems for better reporting and analytics.

Overview of Discharge Ports

Jharia, Haldia Port: Offers the lowest rail freight to TSJ & HMC, good rake availability, but limited handling capacity of large vessels.
Dhamra Port: Capable of handling Capesize vessels with mechanised handling, located close to TSK, but with limited rake availability.
Paradip Port & KICT: Close to TSK & TSA, can handle ships upto Babycapes & underloaded capes, but faces rake availability issues to SER zones.
Vizag Port & Gangavaram Port: Handles larger vessels but facing rail transport challenges to HMC & TSJ.
Krishnapatnam Port: Used for crisis handling during rail shortages, along with other ports like Kolkata, Gopalpur and Gangavaram.
Key Ports: Dhamra Port is a key port for TSL and Paradip Port serves TSM & TSK.
Subarnarekha Port: Under development to meet future growth plans.

Coastal Movement

Coastline: Leveraging the 5,560 Kms coastline with 11 major ports for efficient movement of goods.
Current Routes: Paradip/Dhamra to Mumbai.
Benefits: Lower GHG emissions, ease of handling large coils, and an alternative supply chain.
Way Ahead: Focus on Subarnarekha Port and cargo in containers.

Shipment of TMT Bars Through Inland Waterways

Route: Exploring river routes from Haldia/Kolkata to North Eastern region, specifically Agartala, using the India-Bangladesh protocol.
Trial shipments: Trial shipments from Haldia to Pandu Port and Agartala were successful, demonstrating the feasibility of the route.
Barges: Steel bars are transported via barges from Haldia, unloaded at Ashuganj, and transported to Agartala by road.

Sustainable Firsts

FY24:
- First Indian company to publish a GRI-based sustainability report in 2001.
- First in the Indian steel industry to commission a 5 tonnes per day CO2 capture plant.
- First to set up a steel recycling plant in India.
- First Indian steel rebar brand to receive GreenPro certification.
- First steelmaker in India to deploy EVs for finished steel transportation.
- First steel producer in the world to join the Sea Cargo Charter for reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions.
- First to execute a blockchain-enabled, paperless trade transaction.
- First ResponsibleSteel Certification in India awarded to the Jamshedpur plant.
FY25:
- First Indian company to import cargo on an LNG fuelled bulk carrier.
- Developed Sustainability Dashboard for Shipping Emission Calculation, Reporting Analytics with IHS Markit.
- Introduced 32 LNG vehicles for 2nd leg transportation in the west and 124 CNG vehicles in the NCR region.

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This quiz covers the upcoming infrastructure projects and sustainability initiatives at Tata Steel. Topics include the slurry pipeline, rail infrastructure enhancements, and the introduction of electric vehicles for transportation. Test your knowledge on these future developments and their impact on logistics and sustainability.