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Epiroc Wins $64 Million Equipment Order for Botswana’s Khoemacau Mine

September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 Constance0 comment

Epiroc Secures US$64 Million Underground Mining Equipment Order for Botswana Copper Mine Swedish mining technology and equipment company Epiroc has secured a major underground equipment order from MMG to support the expansion of the Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana. The order, valued at approximately Skr610 million (US$64 million), was booked during the third quarter of 2026 and includes a fleet of underground drilling, loading and hauling equipment. Khoemacau is a major underground copper operation located in the Kalahari Copper Belt in north-western Botswana. MMG is working with mining contractors China… Read More Here

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Sandvik Expands Kamoa-Kakula Fleet with 19 New Underground Machines

August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

Sandvik Wins New Kamoa-Kakula Order for 19 Underground Mining Machines in DRC Swedish engineering group Sandvik has secured a new order from Kamoa Copper to supply 19 underground mining machines to the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), further expanding one of the world’s largest Sandvik underground equipment fleets. The order, valued at approximately SEK275 million ($29 million), comprises 12 Toro TH663i underground trucks and seven Toro LH621i loaders. Two of the loaders will be equipped with Sandvik’s AutoMine technology, enabling remote or autonomous operation. The… Read More Here

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Metalkol Approves New High-Capacity Dredger for DRC Mining Operations

August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 Constance0 comment

Metalkol Approves Damen CSD500 Dredger for DRC Operations to Boost Copper and Cobalt Tailings Recovery Metalkol has completed the technical acceptance of a customised Damen CSD500 cutter suction dredger in the Netherlands, clearing the equipment for shipment to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where it will support the company’s mining operations. The dredger underwent inspections and operational testing at Damen Dredging’s facilities before receiving approval for delivery. It will now be dismantled into modules for transport to the DRC by road and water before being assembled at the mining… Read More Here

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Epiroc Expands African Mining Aftermarket Business with Eventspec Acquisition

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance

Epiroc Acquires South African Mining Aftermarket Specialist Eventspec to Strengthen African Operations Swedish mining equipment and services company Epiroc has completed the acquisition of South African mining aftermarket specialist Eventspec, strengthening its manufacturing and service capabilities in one of Africa’s largest mining markets. Johannesburg-based Eventspec manufactures replacement parts for drill rigs, mine trucks and loaders, while also providing equipment rebuilds, repairs and maintenance services. The company has around 125 employees and generated approximately R280 million in revenue in 2025. The acquisition, initially announced in March 2026, has now been completed… Read More Here

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Sandvik to Supply 15-Unit Underground Fleet for Lucara’s Karowe Mine

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Constance

Sandvik to Supply 15-Unit Underground Mining Fleet for Lucara’s $779 Million Karowe Project in Botswana Sandvik has secured an order from Lucara Botswana to supply a 15-unit underground mining fleet for the Karowe diamond mine in Botswana, supporting the operation’s transition from open-pit to underground mining. The equipment package includes development drills, loaders, a cable bolter and a longhole drill, along with spare parts, rock tools and aftermarket services. Deliveries are already under way and are expected to continue through the fourth quarter of 2026. The fleet comprises five Sandvik… Read More Here

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Kansanshi Mining Empowers 17 SMEs with Equipment to Boost Local Enterprise in Solwezi

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Constance

Kansanshi Mining Supports 17 SMEs with Business Equipment Under Solwezi Enterprise Development Programme Kansanshi Mining PLC has provided equipment and productive assets to 17 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Solwezi under its SME Accelerator Programme, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting local entrepreneurship, job creation and sustainable economic development. The handover included a range of equipment tailored to the needs of participating businesses, including a block-making machine, generator, air compressor, 24 industrial sewing machines, solar power systems, transport solutions and other productive assets. The equipment is intended to help… Read More Here

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Epiroc and RCT Drive Safe Transition to Surface Mining at Canadian Nickel Mine

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Constance

Epiroc and RCT Deploy Remote Automation to Support Canadian Nickel Mine’s Surface Mining Transition Mining equipment and technology provider Epiroc, in partnership with Remote Control Technologies (RCT), has played a key role in supporting the safe transition of a prominent Canadian nickel mine from underground to surface mining operations. As part of the project, Epiroc collaborated with RCT to deploy agnostic automation technology designed to improve operator safety and operational efficiency during the mine’s transition. RCT’s Canadian team was selected to implement the automation system as a proactive measure to… Read More Here

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Epiroc wins large order for underground mining equipment in Zambia

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026 Constance

Stockholm, Sweden: Epiroc AB, a leading productivity and sustainability partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, has won a large order for mining equipment from Mopani Copper Mines Plc in Zambia. The equipment will strengthen productivity and safety at two underground copper mines. Mopani Copper Mines has ordered a fleet of Epiroc’s Minetruck haulers and Scooptram loaders. The machines will be used to boost production capacity at the mining company’s Nkana and Mufulira mines, which both were formed almost a century ago. The order is valued at around MUSD 20 (MSEK… Read More Here

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Epiroc Secures Major Order for Autonomous Electric Drill Fleet in Africa

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Constance

Epiroc Wins SKr380 Million Contract for Autonomous Electric Pit Viper Drill Rigs to Boost Safety and Zero-Emission Mining in Africa Mining and infrastructure productivity and sustainability solutions provider Epiroc has secured a large order for autonomous, electric-powered surface mining equipment in Africa, reinforcing the industry’s transition toward safer and lower-emission operations. The customer has placed an order for a fleet of Pit Viper 275 E blasthole drill rigs the cable-electric version of the company’s high-capacity surface drilling platform. The machines will operate fully autonomously and are designed to enhance operational… Read More Here

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Sandvik Beats Profit Forecasts on Strong Mining Demand

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 Constance

Sandvik Reports Strong Q4 Core Profit as Mining Activity and Metal Prices Lift Demand Swedish mining equipment and metal-cutting tool maker Sandvik reported a slightly stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter core profit on Tuesday and proposed a higher dividend, supported by rising mining activity and stronger commodity prices. Operating profit before amortization and items affecting comparability rose 1% year-on-year to 6.37 billion Swedish crowns ($712.5 million), exceeding the average analyst forecast of 6.22 billion crowns, according to an LSEG poll. The result was driven by 12% organic sales growth during the quarter. “The… Read More Here