RISOIL S.A. (Switzerland) Sea grain terminal, Port of Chornomorsk
Description
RISOIL S.A. is a Swiss agro-logistics group founded in Geneva, specializing in the transshipment, storage, and export of grains and oilseeds. The company is one of the largest private investors in Ukraine’s port infrastructure, developing modern terminal facilities with a high level of automation and quality control.
The group’s key asset is its marine grain terminal at the Port of Chornomorsk, with an annual handling capacity of around 5 million tons. The terminal is equipped with modern silos, certified laboratory facilities, and high-performance ship loading systems, enabling efficient servicing of large-capacity vessels and supporting stable Ukrainian grain exports to global markets.
The Port of Chornomorsk is one of the major deep-water ports in the Black Sea region, strategically located in Odesa region and integrated into international transport corridors. With strong rail and road connectivity and the ability to handle large bulk carriers, the port plays a critical role in ensuring Ukraine’s agricultural export capacity.
What was done
- At present, working documentation (draft) has been developed for the technical modernisation of terminal sections for the implementation of Senuamc technologies.
- Currently, controller and SCADA software is being developed to implement Senuamc algorithms into the existing terminal ACS software.
- Installation and commissioning work for technical modernisation is planned for the coming months.
Results
The project stands out for its scale and infrastructure capacity. In addition to the existing berth, a new double-sided pier has been constructed, enabling the simultaneous loading of two additional vessels. This significantly increases terminal throughput and operational flexibility, allowing it to handle multiple bulk carriers at the same time.
As a result, two independent SENUMAC systems will be implemented at the facility. They can operate separately to load different vessels simultaneously, or be synchronized to work together for high-intensity loading of a single vessel. This configuration ensures maximum efficiency, optimized loading stability, reduced demurrage, and enhanced overall terminal performance.
