Logistics, shipping and storage

Expect reliability of supply when dealing with Yara – we're the leading independent producer of industrial ammonium nitrate and calcium nitrate for use in the civil explosives and mining and quarrying industries.

Yara supplies our UltrAN® range of industrial nitrates to more than 75 countries on 6 continents. This means you can rely on our experience and expertise for safe, cost-efficient, flexible solutions.

We're present at every stage of the supply chain, so you can expect reliable delivery to support your daily needs for producing or using civil explosives. Our experts are available to offer advice when needed to support you in your daily management.

Experience in shipping and storage

When you need technical support for operations at your site, Yara experts are on hand. As problem solvers, we don't just offer a product – we provide technical expertise and knowledge gained from years of experience.

  • We ship more than 20 million tons of chemical nitrogen products and nitrates a year
  • We design products to stay free-flowing after storage in particular climates
  • You can count on our local presence in over 200 terminals and warehouses around the world
  • Whether you need large production capacities or have smaller sites that can receive small bag deliveries, we've got the right products

How we help customers

We'll help you by:

  • Handling shipment documentation paperwork
  • Sorting out routes and the maritime supply chain
  • Shipping with effective tools for container discharge
  • Sharing knowledge through on-site training
  • Ensuring best preservation of product through selected packaging material
  • Designing facilities for optimum storage conditions including storage discipline and stock rotation

Product stewardship

Yara is committed to the principles of product stewardship. Our product programme management covers the entire chain, from production in our factories to distribution.

For technical nitrates, our programme management includes:

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For all enquiries

Due to the nature of the product involved, we have an established policy of all web enquiries being presented to us in the first instance by email. We endeavour to respond within 48 hours due to global travel.

Responsible business

As a responsible supplier, before you buy from Yara, we will ask you to complete our customer questionnaire that incorporates our standard integrity risk management review.

Why choose Yara?

UltrAN safety
Safety and handling
Safety is a top priority throughout Yara and at all stages of production and the supply chain. Find out how we can help your business.
Rock fragmentation
Optimal rock fragmentation
Ensuring optimal rock fragmentation when blasting is essential to avoid the additional costs and effort if secondary blasting is required. See how we can help.
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Environment
Choosing the right blasting agents can help minimise environmental impact. See why Yara is a good supplier for responsible businesses.
How UltrAN is produced at Yara?
How UltrAN is produced at Yara?
Ensuring consistent quality is at the heart of maximising blast results you can rely on. See how we produce our Ammonium Nitrate products.
UltrAN products
Choice of products
A range of quality products with different characteristics means you can choose the one that best suits your needs, your geology and climate. See the full range.