VALUE CHAIN

Our value chain is an integrated process that includes various stages, from raw material procurement to product delivery and support services. The key components of the value chain include:

Raw material sourcing

The procurement of high-quality raw materials is crucial to produce reliable, safe and effective explosives and systems. We collaborate with reputable suppliers to ensure the consistent supply of essential materials while focusing to ethical and sustainable sourcing practices.

Manufacturing and production and

Our manufacturing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to produce a wide range of explosive products and systems. The production process is designed to meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring the safety and reliability of the products.

Research and development

Research and development play a pivotal role in the value chain by driving innovation and continuous improvement. This involves developing new products, enhancing existing ones, and exploring novel applications for explosives and technologies.

Distribution and logistics

Efficient distribution and logistics are essential to delivering products to customers on time and in intact condition. The company leverages a well-established logistics network to ensure the timely and secure delivery of its products to various locations globally.

Customer support and services

Providing exceptional customer support is a key aspect of our value chain. The company offers comprehensive support services, including technical support, training, and maintenance, to ensure that customers can effectively use products throughout their life cycle.

Inputs

We rely on a variety of inputs that include raw materials, technological components, and human expertise to produce our products, systems and services. Ensuring the quality and reliability of these inputs is critical to maintaining the high standards of the company’s products.

Gathering Inputs

The company employs a strategic approach to sourcing inputs by collaborating with reputable suppliers who adhere to ethical and sustainable practices. The company conducts thorough evaluations and audits of its suppliers to ensure the consistent quality of the materials procured.

Developing Inputs

The development of inputs involves continuous research and innovation to enhance the properties and performance of raw materials by developing a proprietary explosive formulas and technological components. Our R&D plays a crucial role in this process by exploring with new formulations and technologies to improve product efficacy and safety.

Securing Inputs

To safeguard the integrity and availability of its inputs, the company implements robust supply chain management practices. This includes establishing long-term contracts with key suppliers, suppliers, conducting supplier audits to ensure compliance with our standards, maintaining strategic reserves of critical materials, and diversifying sourcing channels to mitigate risks associated with supply disruptions.

Upstream Value Chain

The upstream value chain of the FORCIT Group focuses on the sourcing and procurement of raw materials indispensable to the production of explosives. The salient features include:

Key suppliers

Raw Material Suppliers:

These are entities that provide essential chemicals and materials such as ammonium nitrate, fuel oil, and other components requisite for explosives manufacturing.

Equipment Suppliers:

Suppliers of machinery and the equipment necessary for production and safety.

Logistics Providers:

Companies that manage the transportation and storage of raw materials and manufacturing supplies to ensure a continuous supply chain and adherence to safety regulations.

Relationships with suppliers

FORCIt Group maintains strategic partnerships with its suppliers to ensure the quality and consistency of raw materials. Long-term contracts and collaboration agreements are prevalent, fostering innovation and reliability in the supply chain. Our supplier assessments cover environmental, social, and governance criteria.

Downstream – Production, Distribution, and Customer Interface

Production:

FORCIT specializes in the manufacturing of high-quality explosives for mining, construction, and defense sectors. Production is guided by special technologies and rigorous safety standards to ensure efficiency and operational excellence.

Distribution Channels

Direct Sales:

Tailored solutions and services ranging from the explosives logistics, sales and high level of services and measurement technology.

Distributors:

Handle logistics and localized distribution, especially for certain markets and niche segments.

End-users

Mining Companies:

Major users of explosives for both surface and underground operations.

Construction Companies:

Utilize explosives in site preparation, tunneling, foundation works, underwater blasting, demolition and urban infrastructure development.

Public sector:

Consulting services focused on environmental impact management in built environments.

Defense Sector:

Provides specialized products and lifecycle services to armed forces and defense agencies.

Customer relationships

Customer loyalty is built on trust, innovation, and technical expertise. FORCIT supports clients with tailored services, expert consultation, and after-sales support to ensure sustainable, long-term partnerships.

Stakeholder engagement

Customers

Ongoing collaboration in R&D, safety, training, emissions data, and ensuring reliable deliveries. New products and service models are developed based on feedback.

Financial partners

Regular negotiations and updates; their input is considered in financial planning and practices.

Local communities

Communication at least once every three years, local emergency response training, and consultations on operational impacts. Community well-being and safety are central to site planning and operations.

Employees

Continuous training on safety and environmental matters, open feedback channels, and structured dialogue through employee representation. Feedback drives occupational safety improvements.

Industry associations

Active participation in national and international working groups to share knowledge and anticipate regulatory changes.

Suppliers and service providers

Regular audits and information sharing on company objectives, with mutual focus on safety and environmental performance.

Authorities (Environment, Safety, Regulatory, Security)

Regulatory inspections and direct communication. Authorities also provide training and input into planning and compliance.

Tax authorities

FORCIT operates fully in line with tax legislation and local regulatory frameworks in each country of operation.