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McDuffie Coal Terminal

Dedicated coal export terminal at the Port of Mobile with 30 million tons of annual throughput capacity, a 50-ft draft and barge and rail unloading systems.

Description

McDuffie Coal Terminal is described on the site as one of the largest coal terminals in the world and is designed for the export of U.S. steelmaking coal.

Key features

  • Annual throughput capacity of 30 million tons
  • 50-ft draft for larger vessels
  • Six stacker/reclaimers, two double-wing stackers, two ship loaders and three vessel discharge cranes
  • Dedicated unloading systems for barge and rail; access to five Class I railroads
  • Multiple backup systems for transfer reliability
  • $230M capital investment supporting future growth

Applications

Export of metallurgical coal delivered by rail and barge and loaded onto ocean-going bulk carriers.

Specifications

Annual throughput capacity30 Million Tons
Draft50-ft
Stacker/reclaimers6
Double-wing stackers2
Ship loaders2
Vessel discharge cranes3

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