Slag, gypsum and coal handling systems: lending and project finance

Coal handling is an important technological process in any thermal power plant.

This process includes unloading, feeding with feeders of various types, screening with vibrating and roller screens, crushing, stacking, reclaiming and bunkering.

This is a complex process chain that requires expensive equipment, which allows owners to save money during operation by reducing energy costs, improving the quality of coal crushing and screening, and minimizing losses.

We offer long-term financing for coal, coke and gypsum handling systems for a wide range of industrial customers.

Handling systems include equipment such as hoppers, automated loading and unloading machines, conveyor systems, paddle feeders, belt feeders, magnetic separators, vibrating screens, crushers, as well as dust extraction equipment, DFDS systems and much more.

All this requires huge investments at the construction stage of the facility.

Moreover, maintaining a high process efficiency means periodic upgrades, which are also multi-million costs.

For its part, the gypsum industry needs productive and economical gypsum handling systems that include high-tech equipment with high reliability and maintainability. These systems include belt conveyors, belt trippers, bucket elevators and much more, which are selected and configured for each specific customer.

In addition to long-term loans, we, together with our partners, are ready to offer comprehensive engineering services for the development of new industrial projects and the modernization of existing facilities of various types, including mines, quarries, cement plants, etc.

For many capital-intensive projects, project finance (PF) looks like the safe and flexible way to raise large funds.

Our team is always ready to develop a customized project finance model for your business, assisting in the establishment of SPV / SPE, raising loans, debt servicing and refinancing.

If you are planning to purchase a slag handling system or other expensive equipment, please contact our representative for details.

Long-term financing for coal handling systems

Long-term financing and loans for large coal handling systems may be available through various sources, such as banks, governments, international financial institutions, and private lenders. The availability of financing may depend on several factors, such as the borrower's creditworthiness, the size and complexity of the project, the duration of the loan, and the interest rate.

When seeking financing or loans for a coal handling system, it is critically important to do thorough research and evaluate different options to find the most favorable terms and conditions.

Some factors to consider when evaluating financing options for coal handling systems include:

• Interest rates. Compare rates from different lenders to find the most competitive rates.

• Loan duration. It is important for the loan applicant to accurately determine how long the loan term will be and if it aligns with the expected lifespan of the coal handling system.

• Collateral requirements. Find out if the lender requires collateral, and if so, what types of collateral are acceptable (usually these are equipment and various liquid assets of the borrowing company and directly related to the financed project).

• Fees and charges. Understand any fixed fees or charges related to a specific form of project financing, such as origination fees or prepayment penalties in case of loans.

• Lender reputation. Research the lender's reputation to ensure they are reliable and suitable for long-term financial cooperation within the framework of a large investment project.

• Loan amount. Determine the amount of financing required and whether the lender can provide the necessary funds (often we are talking about tens of millions of euros).

• Repayment terms. Evaluate the repayment terms, including the frequency of payments, the interest rate, and any penalties for late payments, which can be applied by capital provider.

Overall, it is critically important to thoroughly evaluate all available financing options for coal handling systems to find the most favorable terms and conditions for your specific needs.

Usually the planning stage takes several months, but can be greatly simplified by attracting professional consulting firms in this area. Similar recommendations are quite applicable to projects involving the construction, installation or modernization of slag handling systems.

The cost of financing large coal handling systems can vary depending on several factors such as the size and complexity of the system, the duration of the loan, the borrower's creditworthiness, and the prevailing interest rates. Typically, the cost of financing includes the principal amount borrowed and the interest charged by the lender. The interest rate can vary greatly depending on the type of loan, the lender's assessment of the borrower's creditworthiness, and prevailing market conditions. The lender may also charge additional fees such as origination fees, appraisal fees, and processing fees.

A review of previous slag, gypsum and coal handling projects around the world shows that for large mines, ore processing plants and factories, the total costs usually start from 5-10 million euros and reach hundreds of millions in some cases. These costs tend to increase as environmental and safety regulations become more stringent, and as the cost of critical equipment components and installation costs increase.

The cost of financing a coal handling system can lay an unbearable burden on the shoulders of the project initiator, and it is important to carefully evaluate available options to find the most cost-effective solution for your project.

Our expert team is ready to develop optimal solutions for each project, providing flexible financial solutions on a long-term basis.

Contact us for details.