2. Introduction
» About Professional Logistics Group
» Contents
I. Defining the supply chain
II. Optimizing the wind farm supply chain
III. Hypothetical illustration
IV. Conclusions
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8. Case Study - Towers
Inputs for Optimization Analysis
• Sourcing sites/options
• Port/terminal costs by mode
• Port/terminal infrastructure
• Linehaul transportation cost by mode
• Load factor/efficiency by mode
• Route clearances
• Transportation regulations
• Direct equipment costs
• Project deadlines
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9. Case Study - Nacelles
Inputs for Optimization
Analysis
• Sourcing sites/options
• Port/terminal costs by mode
• Port/terminal infrastructure
• Linehaul transportation cost
by mode
• Load factor/efficiency by
mode
• Route clearances
• Transportation regulations
• Direct equipment costs
• Project deadlines
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10. Case Study - Blades
Inputs for Optimization Analysis
• Sourcing sites/options
• Port/terminal costs by mode
• Port/terminal infrastructure
• Linehaul transportation cost by mode
• Load factor/efficiency by mode
• Route clearances
• Transportation regulations
• Direct equipment costs
• Project deadlines
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11. Optimized Solution
Key Objectives
• Lowest common UOM ($/WTG) within budget
• Effective project management & execution
• Contingencies in place
• On-site control & communication
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12. Conclusion
1. Wind farm logistics are uniquely challenged
2. Wind farm supply chain optimization requires
Unbiased approach to modes, nodes, and carriers
Depth of expertise in procurement and multiple modes
Formal process & methodology
3. Optimization is a key to competitiveness for both OEMs
and developers
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13. Professional Logistics Group
Thank You!
For more information, please contact:
Graham Brisben, President
Professional Logistics Group, Inc.
+1-708-386-0700
gbrisben@prologisticsgroup.com
WWW.PROLOGISTICSGROUP.COM
Thanks to:
Amy Allen Mike Graska Tom Loftus
Melinda Brisben Adam Hartstein Jenny Costas McClain
Matt Crews Roberto Holz Anne Puhalovich
Olaf Ebert Dave Johnson Melba Rivas
Barton Erwin Kathy Langan 13