Blackwoods has over 35 years’ experience supporting PNG’s mining and resources industry.
The minutiae of a mine site can be a difficult thing to quantify. From PPE (personal protective equipment) to power tools to machinery, all equipment must work in harmony to make a mine site tick.
But where do they come from? There’s no ‘mining shop’ operators can pop into.
That’s where Blackwoods come in. With over 145 years of experience in industrial procurement, Blackwoods knows what it takes to keep a mine site running smoothly.
“Having what you need, when you need it, is critical in managing your inventory levels, project deadlines, keeping costs down, and most importantly keeping your people safe,” the company told PNG Mining. “Our expertise lies in our ability to provide a one-stop sourcing solution for major mining operations.
“Our position within the Wesfarmers Group allows us to leverage the expertise of other group companies while offering peace of mind when it comes to supply chain security and financial stability.”
Working with more than 4700 suppliers, Blackwoods boasts over 300,000 catalogued products.
Blackwoods partners with some of Australia’s largest companies to seamlessly mobilise their assets and deliver the right products for the right applications.
“Backed by unmatched expertise and an industry-leading product range, Blackwoods will make the procurement and supply process as seamless as possible,” the company said. “Our dedicated team offer a single point of management for every stage of the process, from project scope through to delivery.”
Blackwoods has been a trusted supplier to some of Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) largest mines for over 35 years. For Blackwoods, success comes from a commitment to ensuring its customers are supported at every step.
“Our goal is to remove the headache out of the procurement process so customers can focus on more critical operational areas, by leveraging our dedicated export team and our product and technical experts based in our Brisbane warehouse,” the company said.
Blackwoods begins every partnership the same way: with a detailed consultation process to review a project’s scope and requirements.
From there, the company sets about leveraging its global supplier network and its own distribution network to source the highest quality products.
Blackwoods’ procurement process is defined by commitment to detail when it comes to managing transportation and logistics. This includes balancing local and international stakeholders and freight forwarders.
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And when it comes to getting its products delivered, Blackwoods’ dedicated product packaging team consolidate stock and pack in accordance with the specific requirements of its customers, as well as completing any necessary documentation.
“Blackwoods utilises cutting-edge technology and the support of qualified professionals to help you better manage inventory, reduce cost, free-up capital and improve productivity,” the company said.
As a trusted supplier to PNG, Blackwoods is confident in its ability to keep the Pacific nation’s mining industry covered for another 145 years.
“Blackwoods has earned its reputation as a trusted and reliable partner when it comes to supplying quality products, reflecting our strong supply chain network,” the company said.
“We are truly committed to being the chosen partner for the supply of industrial and safety products and solutions. It’s our promise.”
This feature appeared in the June–July 2024 issue of PNG Mining.
