Transportation & Logistics
Sims Metal delivers streamlined logistics solutions that work for you.
Backed by our expansive network of recycling facilities and dedicated fleet operations, we provide seamless service from site pickup to final processing.
Our end-to-end metal transport and logistics solutions are both cost-effective and locally supported.
Local Support, Global Reach
We simplify even the most complex transportation requirements, giving you seamless access to one of the most comprehensive domestic and international transportation systems in the industry.
Bins
Forklifts, skips, roll-off bins—delivered, placed, and picked up when you’re ready.
Barges
Barge capabilities utilizing rivers and international waterways provide efficient and low-cost, water-based transport.
Trucks
Efficient use of both internal and third-party trucking fleets provides convenient and cost-effective transport of scrap metal.
Rails
Rail access at many facilities provides reliable, low-cost transport over long distances of large loads to domestic steel mills.
Bulk Ships
Some facilities use deep water export docks capable of loading 50 thousand-tonne Handymax vessels.
Container Ships
Flexible use of container shipping for non-ferrous and ferrous exports.
Our resourceful team will work closely with you to identify the most efficient and effective solutions for your operations.
Our services include:
- Reverse logistics operations
- Dedicated collection routes
- Point-to-point collection – using a variety of box vans, Hiab trucks (on board lifting equipment), flatbed trucks and articulated trailers (bulkers)
- Provision of containers, bins, and pallets
- Long-term scrap metal storage facilities
- Custom solutions that meet your individual metals recycling needs
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