UME distributes coal, anthracite and related carbon products to industrial consumers as well as other coal traders. UME distributes coal to all the provinces in  South Africa as well as exports to many countries worldwide.

 

UME launched in 2005 as a distributor of coal and related carbon products to industrial customers. UME has developed as a central supplier to a national network of coal traders and mines.

 

UME’s primary objective is to supply customers with the most suitable product for the application required and is accomplished by the following:

 

• Continuously exploring new product sources

• Developing and maintaining close relationships with all carbon customers

• Liaising with existing producers to ascertain the range of products available

• Continuously updating information regarding market-related developments

• Constantly evaluating delivery alternatives in order to ensure reliable and on time deliveries to the UME customer base

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SOURCES

 

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A SECURE SOURCE - UME has formed sound relationships with both large and small coal producers, resulting in secured allocations and agreements. This allows UME to market coal supported by the assurance of quality conformity and consistency of supply.

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INDUSTRIES SERVICED

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UME Services the following industries:

• Power Generation

• Paper, Pulp and Plastics

• Hospitals and Prisons

• General Mining Industries

• Food and Beverage Processing

• Sugar Milling and Processing

• Steel and Metal

• Motor Industry Products

• Textiles and Clothing

• Brick Making  and Cement

• Chemicals

• Farming and Nurseries

• Domestic Heating

 

EXPORT MARKETS

UME exports coal and anthracite to South Africa’s neighboring states as well as into Asia and Europe. The products are transported by both road and rail to their various destinations. Coal and Anthracite exports are managed through the port of Durban as well as through the Richards Bay Coal Terminal

 

PRODUCTS

UME trades in the following carbon products:

• Bituminous coal for industrial and domestic use

• Char and lean coal for industrial and metallurgical use

• Anthracite for industrial and domestic use

​COAL LABORATORIES

UME relies on the services of reputable coal laboratories to provide independent analysis relating to any quality queries. The services provided by such coal laboratories include the determination of the following:

• Calorific Value (Grade of Coal)

• Proximate Analysis

• Ultimate Analysis

• Size Distribution

• Petrographic Analysis

• Sulphur

• Carbon in Ash

• Any other related Analysis

 

UME utilizes the services of the following coal laboratories:

• SABS

• Noko Analytical Services

• Inspectorate M&L

• UAS

• SGS

• ALS

 

ENVIRONMENTAL

• UME supports the initiatives made by various organizations (including Government) to reduce Emissions which are harmful to the environment and a direct contributor to greenhouse effect. UME evaluates inquiries with the intention of supplying not only a competitively priced and suitable product, but also a product which is best suited to the application. Adhering to the above guidelines the product will combust efficiently, thus eliminating excessive stack emissions providing quality, conformity and consistency of supply.

 

UME has established a loyal customer base which has been achieved with:

• Quality Products and Reliable Transport Contractors

• Dedicated Customer Service

• Competitive Pricing

• Aggressive Marketing

 

UME’ successful growth over the decades can be attributed to the integrity of a team who have invested their careers in the valued relationships we have with our customers.

The team consists of personnel who have in excess of 20 years combined experience in the coal industry. This vital experience allows UME to place carbon products in the market in the most effective manner to achieve all-round winning strategies.

UME has a vast knowledge of market requirements, particularly within the South African Coal Industry. This enables UME to provide consultancy and marketing services to prospective producers.

 

UME aligns itself with leading geologists, mining contractors, mining engineers, plant manufacturers and related companies, therefore allowing us the opportunity to assist producers in the compilation of Bankable Feasibility Studies, Marketing Plans, etc.

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