MPL delivered a consistent ferrosilicon supply program for dense media separation in the Pilbara, coordinating multi-origin sourcing to meet strict quality requirements while maintaining price competitiveness and on-time delivery. By aligning procurement and logistics to processing demand, MPL helped reduce supply risk and minimise inventory pressure.
A manganese ore operation required 1,200 tonnes of ferrosilicon powder (100D and C60) over the past two years to support dense media separation. Supply needed to be consistent, high volume, and aligned to processing demand to avoid downtime and manage inventory costs. The client also needed confidence that quality specifications would be met, despite sourcing from multiple countries including South Africa, China, and Norway. Price competitiveness and dependable delivery were essential, with minimal tolerance for disruptions to the processing schedule.
MPL coordinated a multi origin sourcing strategy to meet both quality and pricing requirements, while maintaining consistent product specifications for processing performance. By aligning procurement, shipping, and delivery planning to the client’s consumption profile, MPL reduced variability and improved predictability. MPL managed supplier engagement, documentation, and logistics planning to support reliable supply into the Pilbara. Throughout the program, MPL focused on clear communication and proactive coordination to help the client balance supply certainty with cost control, while keeping inventory levels lean and stable.
MPL delivered a reliable ferrosilicon supply program that supported ongoing dense media separation requirements and reduced the operational risk associated with inconsistent supply. By maintaining consistent high volume coordination, the client met production needs without overstocking, lowering inventory carrying costs while protecting continuity of processing. Multi origin sourcing increased resilience against supply interruptions and supported competitive pricing. The outcome was a dependable, repeatable supply chain that met quality expectations, supported production schedules, and demonstrated MPL’s capability in managing complex procurement and logistics across multiple regions.
