Cotecna Africa

Energy Minerals

We offer bespoke coal inspection and laboratory testing services throughout the supply chain, from producer to final user.

The Cotecna approach involves proactive participation in the inspection and testing of coal, coke and biomass to optimize and streamline the entire supply chain. Our services help clients identify, minimize or eliminate risk, comply with contractual or regulating obligations, and make their business more transparent and sustainable. This ranges from independent assessments of the product's quality and quantity to consultancy and bespoke training solutions.

Our operational units and laboratories are strategically located to cover all the essential steam and metallurgical coal trading centers worldwide.  

Mining

  • Sampling and Sample Preparation
  • Testing all required parameters against international standards
  • On-Site Laboratory Management
  • Washing Plant Optimisation
  • Loading Supervision
  • Daily Reporting

Logistics

  • Daily Reporting
  • Tally
  • Draft Survey
  • Hold and Hatches Inspection
  • Transhipment Supervision
  • Loading and Discharge Supervision

Warehousing/Storage

  • Temperature Control
  • Stockyard Pre-Inspection
  • Stock Monitoring (SMA)
  • Cargo Condition Verification
  • Daily Reports
  • Loading/Discharge Supervision
  • Sampling
  • Sample Preparation
  • Weighing (Truck scale, belt scale, wagon scale, etc)

Trade

  • Sampling
  • Sample Preparation
  • Weighing
  • Testing and Analysis

Certifications

We can provide trusted and reliable conformity assessment and certification services for minerals and metals, including:

  • Quality and quantity certificates
  • Certificates of Conformity (CoC) for conformity assessment programmes
  • Secure delivery of electronic certificates via our E-dox™ system

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Cotecna is a leading provider of inspection, testing, certification, and digital solutions, aiming to ensure traceability, security and conformity of goods across both the public and private sectors.

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About Cotecna Africa

Cotecna is a leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer solutions to facilitate trade and make supply chains safer and more efficient for our clients.

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