Vilvoorde, September 2024 — Komatsu today announced a significant step forward in their joint commitment to sustainable mining together with Boliden, a leading global mining and metals company with a strong focus on sustainable production.
At MINExpo, Komatsu unveiled its all-new Power Agnostic 930E haul truck, built on Komatsu's modular power-agnostic platform, this new generation truck allows customers to future-proof their operations with a versatile approach to decarbonisation.
Thanks to this modular power-agnostic platform, customers are able to start with conventional diesel engines and gradually transition to cleaner energy sources as needed. Whether adopting battery technology, hydrogen fuel cell technology or a combination of energy systems, the Power Agnostic 930E provides the infrastructure and adaptability necessary to meet evolving sustainability goals.
Following the exhibition, this pre-production haulage truck will make its way to Boliden’s Aitik mine – Europe's largest and one of the world's most productive open-pit copper mines. This marks a milestone moment as the truck will become the first of its kind to undergo field testing in production at a customer’s mine site including the ambition of conversion to battery technology.
This one-year field trial will take place within the Komatsu Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Alliance framework, where Boliden will work closely with Komatsu to gather first-hand insights and feedback based on real-world applications. This collaboration will contribute to the advancement of Komatsu’s power-agnostic truck concept.
“We are excited to continue our partnership with Boliden in their Aitik mine, where the Power Agnostic 930E truck, showcased at MINExpo, will soon start the first field trials in a customer mine site,” says Jeroen De Roeck, Senior Manager Mining for Komatsu Europe. “This milestone not only represents a major step forward in our decarbonisation strategy but also exemplifies our commitment to support our customers in achieving their sustainability goals. Together with Boliden, we are paving the way for a more responsible mining industry.”
As one of the founding members of the GHG Alliance, Boliden has consistently demonstrated its commitment to ambitious carbon reduction goals within the mining industry.
In 2023, Boliden became the first company in Europe to implement Komatsu Frontrunner, an Autonomous Hauling System, on 17 haul trucks at the Aitik mine. This initiative aimed to optimise productivity and asset utilisation to meet increased transportation demands while maintaining world-leading cost competitiveness.
As the demand for essential minerals continues to grow, mining companies face increasing pressure to deliver these crucial resources productively and responsibly. Komatsu is focused on supporting mining operations in meeting these challenges through innovative solutions that prioritise both productivity and climate performance.
About Boliden
Boliden’s vision is to be the most climate-friendly and respected metal provider in the world. We are Europe’s producer of sustainable metals and, guided by our values care, courage and responsibility, we operate within exploration, mines, smelters and recycling. We are around 6,000 employees and have annual revenues of approximately SEK 80 billion.
About Komatsu
Komatsu is an industry-leading manufacturer and supplier of equipment, technologies and services for the construction, forklift, mining, industrial and forestry markets. For over a century, Komatsu equipment and services have been used by companies worldwide to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, maintain forests and create technology and consumer products. The company’s global service and distributor networks support customer operations, tapping into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimising performance.
