Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. has made a minority strategic investment in mobile mining equipment analytics group Rithmik Solutions under the latter’s current financing round. The investment, the specifics of which were not disclosed, is “a significant milestone” for the collaboration between the two, Hitachi officials said. Together, the companies aim to advance the next generation of smart mining by…
Read MoreBHP has signed preliminary deals with two Chinese companies to explore battery opportunities for mining equipment and transport across its global operations. Recognizing the need for innovative solutions to tackle Scope 1 and 2 emissions, BHP said it is working closely with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) and FinDreams Battery Co., a fully owned subsidiary of BYD Group, to…
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In alignment with Komatsu’s mining strategy of delivering high customer satisfaction and supporting business growth through successful partnerships, the company has transitioned ownership of six independent Core Machinery dealerships to Komatsu-owned dealers in the Southwestern United States. Full story.
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Komatsu and Ouster have signed a multimillion-dollar agreement to equip Komatsu’s autonomous mining offerings with advanced 3D digital lidar sensors. The deal provides a pathway to an upgraded autonomy stack to replace legacy 2D lidar systems. Komatsu’s autonomous solutions will incorporate a mix of long and short-range OS sensors from Ouster’s REV7 series to benefit future offerings to provide increased…
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Komatsu Australia will now be serving Papua New Guinea customers after its acquisition of distributor UMW Niugini Limited. The business has been renamed Komatsu Niugini Limited (KNL). Sean Taylor, Komatsu Australia Managing Director, said the acquisition succeeded a change in ownership structure of the joint venture parties that previously owned UMW. The acquisition was completed on 1 May. “As a…
Read MoreCanadian-based Allied Gold is advancing its West Africa operations, including the Kurmuk project, by appointing a contractor to oversee it all. After conducting an exhaustive and competitive process, the company made the decision to award the Kurmuk mining contract to Mota-Engil Group, with preparations underway for mining operations to begin by mid-2025. Mota-Engil, a multinational engineering and construction leader with…
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Rio Tinto has finished the transition from conventional to renewable diesel for all heavy mining equipment at its Kennecott copper mine in Utah. Full story.
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Tsubaki’s ProService Lifecycle Support is a comprehensive solution designed to address the unique challenges faced by the mining industry. This service offering extends far beyond merely supplying high-quality components; it encompasses a range of services that enhance the performance, reliability, and longevity of mining equipment.
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China’s Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG) entered an agreement with Rio Tinto’s Simfer to supply equipment for its Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, according to a Reuters report. XCMG, headquartered in Xuzhou city, will provide core mining equipment with a total value of about 800 million yuan, or US$111.91 million. The fleet includes dozens of 230-metric ton mining trucks,…
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Sleipner Finland has signed a representation agreement with Komatsu Poland for innovative transport solutions for moving mining and construction machinery in the Polish market and making them more efficient. Sleipner said its DB Series lowbed trailers and E Series dollies make operations in mines and quarries significantly more efficient compared to traditional transfer solutions, such as driving on tracks or…
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