Operations Concept Review for a Dry Port in Ukraine

Challenge

HPC reviewed an operations concept and layout for a greenfield rail terminal envisioned to handle containers, dry bulk & general cargo. The main objective was to identify whether the existing concept was meeting the market's demand regarding terminal capacities & operational requirements and relying on realistic financial assumptions.

Tasks Performed

• Preparation of assumptions framework
• Analysis of operational processes
• Capacity assessment
• Identification of potential bottlenecks
• Review of cost estimates
• Identification of savings potential
• Appraisal of alternative handling concept

Benefit

HPC prepared a financial appraisal, focusing on expected Capex and Opex, which provided the Client with information on whether the underlying business case was sustainable.