Bulk Bitumen

High-Volume, High-Efficiency Solution for Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects

At Black Gold, bulk bitumen isn’t just a packaging option — it’s our specialty. As a leading producer with direct loading infrastructure, we offer a turnkey bulk shipping solution designed for large-scale international projects. With three dedicated loading decks, we are capable of loading up to three vessels simultaneously, 24/7, under the supervision of our expert team and a 24-point monitoring system.

When it comes to speed, efficiency, and cost, bulk bitumen remains the most economical and operationally efficient method of bitumen export — especially for governments, EPC contractors, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Our Bulk Bitumen Infrastructure: Why Black Gold Leads

  • 🚢 3 loading decks — can load 3 vessels concurrently
  • ⚙️ Minimum loading rate: 200 metric tons/hour
  • 🕒 24/7 operations with dedicated loading masters
  • 🎛️ 24-point monitoring system ensures precision and safety
  • ✅ Fully integrated with refinery supply lines for continuous pumping

Whether your vessel is 1,000 MT or 30,000 MT, we can meet your timeline without delays.

Why Choose Bulk Bitumen?

Bulk bitumen is the preferred solution for high-tonnage projects due to its simplicity, speed, and cost-effectiveness. Unlike packaged forms such as drums or jumbo bags, bulk eliminates material waste, reduces labor, and shortens port time.

Key Advantages

✅ Lowest Total Cost
No packaging, melting, or decanting costs. Bulk shipping minimizes both logistics costs and time on port.

✅ Faster Loading
With loading rates of 200 MT/hour (or more), vessels can be filled in record time — even those with capacities up to 30,000 MT.

✅ No Need for Secondary Equipment
Since the bitumen is shipped hot and stored in thermal tanks, no additional infrastructure is needed at the origin port.

✅ Ideal for Continuous Project Supply
Perfect for road projects, airport construction, and infrastructure developments that require continuous, high-volume bitumen flow.

Shipping & Handling Conditions

Bulk bitumen transportation typically involves the following logistics chain:

  1. Bitumen is pumped from Black Gold’s refinery tanks directly to the vessel at port.
  2. Vessels must have a minimum capacity of 1,000 MT and meet port compatibility standards.
  3. At the destination port, the cargo is pumped into a storage tank or directly transferred into heated trucks for delivery to the project site.

⚠️ Important: Bulk shipments require proper storage and pumping systems at both origin and destination.

Cost Factors for Bulk Bitumen

Bulk bitumen is generally the lowest-cost option, but pricing can fluctuate based on:

  • Exchange rates
  • Loading duration
  • Vessel availability
  • Storage costs at destination port

While bulk bitumen is cheaper per ton, it requires certain infrastructure that may not be viable for small-scale buyers.

Loading Timeframe by Vessel Size

Vessel Capacity

Approximate Loading Time

3,000 MT

12–15 hours

10,000 MT

24–36 hours

30,000 MT

72–96 hours

We tailor our operations to minimize your port costs and waiting time.

Terms of Purchase

We offer two flexible shipping models:

  1. Customer-Arranged Vessel
  • You provide the vessel details.
  • Black Gold notifies readiness.
  • Vessel docks and loads.
  • Documentation is completed post-loading.
  1. Black Gold-Chartered Vessel
  • We arrange a compatible vessel.
  • Load and dispatch schedules are aligned with your delivery plan.

Full coordination and documentation are managed by our export team.

Challenges and Limitations

Despite its advantages, bulk bitumen has certain limitations:

❌ Economies of Scale Required

Not cost-effective for low-tonnage shipments (below 1,000 MT).

❌ Storage Dependency

Destination port must have heated storage tanks and pumping systems.

❌ Limited Final Mile Flexibility

Bulk cannot be diverted to multiple project sites unless supported by downstream logistics (e.g. thermal trucks).

❌ Storage Costs

High storage charges apply if the bitumen remains unused for extended periods.

Environmental Considerations

Bulk bitumen reduces packaging waste and material disposal, but the process requires continuous heating, which results in higher energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. We actively invest in energy-efficient heating systems and are exploring cleaner fuel options to mitigate environmental impact.

Where Bulk Bitumen Makes the Most Sense

  • Road construction projects (highways, urban expansion)
  • Government-funded infrastructure initiatives
  • Airport runways and large-scale industrial paving
  • Oil & gas pipeline insulation projects

The Black Gold Advantage in Bulk Supply

  • With our proprietary infrastructure, hands-on loading expertise, and dedicated operations team, we don’t just deliver bitumen — we deliver operational excellence:

    🔹 Real-time vessel tracking and coordination

    🔹 24/7 operations with zero downtime

    🔹 Emergency support and alternate routing capability

    🔹 Global compliance with IMO, Marpol, and ISO standards

Your Project, Supplied the Smart Way

  • If your project demands uninterrupted, large-volume bitumen supply, there’s no better solution than bulk. And no better partner than Black Gold.

    Let’s discuss your requirements and build a logistics solution tailored to your project scale, timeline, and budget.