CHS Broadbent to build bulk grain export terminal in Geelong

GRAIN growers in southern NSW and Victoria will soon benefit from increased competition in the export market, with CHS Broadbent announcing plans for a new 80,000 metric tonne bulk grain export terminal in Geelong.

Owned and operated by CHS Broadbent, construction on the five-hectare site is set to commence in 2024.

The facility will feature advanced road and rail unloading capabilities and cutting-edge grain handling technology, ensuring efficient vessel loading and fast turnaround times.

This development introduces more competitive options and direct export market access for Australian growers.

Managing Director Steve Broadbent said the export terminal would deliver value.

“Quality service to farmers is at the core of everything we do at CHS Broadbent,” Mr Broadbent said.

“The addition of an export terminal to our supply chain service will see further value delivered to growers, right back to the farm gate.

“The terminal will be designed with an annual export capacity of 1.5 million metric tonnes.

“In an average year we project we will export around 1 million metric tonnes which equates to approximately 13 turns per year.

“We’re excited to bring our fast turnaround times, amazing staff, local knowledge and global connections to Australia’s newest grain export terminal when we start exporting from the terminal.”

The project’s initiation follows a land sale agreement between CHS Broadbent and Midway Limited for a five-hectare section of the Midway Limited site at North Shore, Geelong.

CHS Broadbent board Chairman Brian Schouvieller highlighted the strategic significance of the Geelong location.

“The Geelong location extends our supply chains in the Asia-Pacific region and provides farmers with a unique opportunity to connect with our global network,” Mr Schouvieller said.