The laydown advantage
A smarter storage solution.
The Abnormal Solutions laydown facility provides a clean, secure, and controlled staging environment strategically located near the Port of Saldanha. While maintaining close proximity for efficient vessel discharge and logistics, the facility is positioned outside the port’s major iron ore dust zone.
Unlike components stored within the port, where exposure to iron ore dust contamination presents a significant challenge, our laydown facility protects wind turbine components from excessive dust exposure. This reduces cleaning requirements, minimises the risk of contamination, and helps preserve component quality throughout the storage and staging process.
The facility also offers significant logistical advantages. By avoiding the traffic congestion typically experienced around the port, it provides quicker access to the main transport corridor, enabling earlier departures, reducing transport delays, and improving the overall efficiency of component deliveries.
±5kmFrom port exit to laydown entrance
<2hRealistic truck turnaround times under 2 hours
18Blades discharged in one day
85km² secure laydown space in Saldanha