Every delay in your mineral supply chain means downtime in your production process, and that is expensive. When silica sand stops arriving at your glass manufacturing site, or calcium carbonate deliveries miss your ceramics production window, the cost is not just the missed transport slot. It is the idle production line, the renegotiated customer contract, and the unexpected extra costs of emergency sourcing.
Finding a bulk transport partner with the capacity, equipment and reliability to move quartz sand, silica, calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide and other industrial minerals consistently, across multiple European borders, with full customs capability for UK lanes, is harder than it sounds. Den Hartogh is built to handle both your straightforward and your most complex logistics challenges.
Industrial mineral buyers operate to tight production schedules. A missed delivery of filter sand, feldspar or kaolin cannot always be absorbed by safety stock, particularly for manufacturers operating lean inventory models. When your logistics partner's capacity is overcommitted or your product is held at customs without proactive management, you feel it immediately.
Den Hartogh DryBulk uses a young fleet of 30ft Bag-in-Box containers and pressurised tanks, modern equipment with better payload consistency than older bulk transport fleets. Dedicated account management means proactive communication on routing and capacity, not reactive explanation after a missed delivery.
We transport a wide range of industrial minerals across Europe, UK and Ireland:
Capacity shortages in the European dry bulk market can disrupt production planning at exactly the wrong moment. Den Hartogh operates one of the youngest fleets of Bag-in-Box and pressure tank equipment in Europe, with a network that covers the EU, UK and Ireland.
That means available capacity when you need it, consistent equipment quality, and the ability to scale up when volumes increase, without you having to source additional carriers yourself.
For minerals like kaolin, talc powder, calcium carbonate and titanium dioxide, product purity is non-negotiable. Contamination or moisture during transport means production downtime or rejected batches. Our drivers are trained and experienced in loading and unloading industrial minerals at customer and supplier sites across Europe. We work with closed equipment and strict cleaning protocols to protect product integrity from loading point to delivery point.
On time in full (OTIF) performance is something we track closely with our key customers and those KPIs consistently meet or exceed agreed targets.
You need to reduce CO₂ without disrupting your supply chain. Sustainability targets are increasingly part of procurement criteria, but switching transport modes should not come at the cost of reliability.
Den Hartogh offers intermodal transport solutions, combining road, rail and inland waterway, as well as HVO fuel options to reduce the carbon footprint of your mineral flows. We advise on the optimal intermodal mix for your routes, without adding complexity to your operations.
We do not hand you a contract and disappear. Every customer works with a dedicated sales contact and a customer service team that manages your account on a day-to- day basis. When you bring new business to us, we host an implementation meeting to ensure that everything, from routes and equipment to contacts and reporting, is set up correctly from day one.
That means fewer surprises, faster response times when issues arise, and a team that understands your product and your operation. For larger or more complex accounts, we align KPIs upfront and review them regularly. You always know how we are performing against what we promised.
Road transport is not always the most efficient or sustainable way to move bulk minerals across Europe. For longer routes or larger volumes, intermodal transport, combining truck with rail or inland waterway, reduces cost per tonne-kilometre and lowers CO₂ emissions significantly.
Den Hartogh has the network, the equipment and the operational experience to manage intermodal mineral flows end-to-end. You deal with one party, one invoice and one point of contact, regardless of how many modes your shipment uses.
Our customers are typically producers, traders and distributors of industrial minerals with operations across Europe, UK and Ireland. They range from mid-sized regional businesses to multinationals with complex, multi-country supply chains. Current customers include companies active in silica, calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide and speciality minerals, industries where transport reliability and product quality are directly tied to production output. If your business is growing, entering new markets or running a tender for dry bulk mineral transport, we are ready to talk.
Tell us about your transport requirements and we will come back to you with a concrete proposal. Whether you are tendering, facing a capacity issue or looking for a long-term partner for your mineral flows, we are ready to help.
How do I request a quote for minerals transport?
You can request a quote directly via the contact form on this page. Provide details about your product, loading and unloading locations, volumes and preferred transport period and a Den Hartogh specialist will follow up with a concrete proposal.
How quickly can Den Hartogh respond to urgent capacity needs?
Every customer works with a dedicated sales contact and customer service team. This means you always reach someone who knows your account and can act quickly when capacity or planning issues arise, rather than dealing with a generic helpdesk.
How does Den Hartogh handle new customers or new transport lanes?
or new business, Den Hartogh runs an implementation meeting to set up routes, equipment requirements, contacts and reporting correctly from day one. This structured onboarding process reduces the risk of errors and misalignment in the early stages of a new partnership.
What makes Den Hartogh different from other dry bulk minerals transport
Key differentiators include a young, well-maintained fleet, a broad network across Europe, UK and Ireland, dedicated account management, intermodal and HVO options, and payload optimisation support. Den Hartogh is also actively expanding its minerals expertise beyond its traditional base, making it a strong partner for customers looking to develop new product-market combinations.
Does Den Hartogh offer intermodal transport for minerals?
Yes. For longer routes or larger volumes, Den Hartogh offers intermodal transport solutions that combine road with rail or inland waterway. This reduces cost per tonne-kilometre and lowers CO₂ emissions without adding operational complexity for the customer.
Does Den Hartogh manage the full supply chain including port logistics for imported minerals?
Yes. We can manage door-to-door mineral supply chains including port collection, intermodal transport, storage at European hubs, and final delivery to your production site. Ask us about full supply chain management for your imported mineral flows.
What types of dry bulk minerals does Den Hartogh transport?
Den Hartogh transports a wide range of industrial minerals including silica sand, quartz sand, calcium carbonate, kaolin, talc powder, titanium dioxide, perlite, vermiculite, calcium sulfate, aluminium hydroxide, feldspar, zircon sand, soda ash, fluorite and cement. If your mineral is not listed, contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
What equipment does Den Hartogh use for minerals transport?
Den Hartogh operates a young fleet of Bag-in-Box and pressure tank equipment specifically suited to the transport of dry bulk minerals. The relatively young average age of the fleet reduces the risk of equipment-related delays and quality issues.
Which mineral products require pressurised tanks versus BIB containers?
Pressurised tanks are suited to fine, free-flowing powders requiring pneumatic discharge, such as mineral fillers, titanium dioxide, and certain grades of calcium carbonate. BIB containers are better suited to coarser granular products and those requiring strict contamination control. Our operations team will recommend the right equipment for your specific product.
In which countries does Den Hartogh provide dry bulk minerals transport?
Den Hartogh operates a dense transport network across Europe, including the United Kingdom and Ireland. We cover both major industrial corridors and more regional routes where capacity is typically harder to source.
How does Den Hartogh ensure product purity during minerals transport?
We use closed Bag-in-Box and pressure tank equipment with strict cleaning protocols between loads. Our drivers are trained and experienced in loading and unloading industrial minerals at customer and supplier sites, minimising the risk of contamination or moisture ingress during transit.
Can Den Hartogh help reduce the CO₂ footprint of my mineral transport?
Yes. Den Hartogh offers both intermodal transport options and HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) fuel as ways to reduce the carbon footprint of your mineral flows. We can advise on the most practical solution for your routes and volumes.
Chemical site managers are working hard to reduce maintenance downtime during a turnaround (TAR). Den Hartogh can assist in the challenge to work around the clock, first time right and in a short period of time. Our operational teams, managed by experienced project supervisors are ready to perform all the logistics of bulk chemicals relating to your company’s TAR projects.
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We can transport your Dry Bulk using global containarised transport and road transport. Intermodal transport is the preferred way to move freight over longer distances. Owning over 900 trucks, we can provide both regional as well as international transport. Our scale of combined operations together with our intermodal expertise ensures capacity, pricing efficiency and reliable service to the Food industry.
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Intermodal transport is the preferred way to move freight over longer distances.
It optimally combines various modes of tank container transport.
This method has proven to be a safe, cost-effective, flexible and sustainable way to ensure that shipments are efficiently carried to their destinations.
Owning over 900 trucks, we can provide both regional as well as international transport.
So no matter where your products need to go, we’ll make sure they get there.
Every year, the fleet is expanded with dozens of high-standard new trucks, which are then provided with annual functionality updates by Den Hartogh’s dedicated M&R department.
