Mine electrification is high on the agenda of mining companies as it reduces costs, increases energy efficiency and improves operating permits. In recent years, more and more mining companies have committed to ambitious CO2 targets. Meeting these targets requires reliable solutions, and that's where our latest collaboration comes in.

Global technology company ABB and Stäubli Electrical Connectors, will explore the development of electrification solutions that meet the needs of industrial applications. The focus will be on mine infrastructure solutions for battery electric vehicles (BEVs). In this collaboration, Stäubli will bring its heavy-duty connectors that not only meet the high performance requirements necessary for automated and safe operation, but also comply with recognized standards...

"This Memorandum of Understanding is another cornerstone of our commitment to mining sustainability and to creating a platform that offers new solutions to the market through collaboration between companies," said Mehrzad Ashnagaran, Global Product Line Manager Electrification & Composite Plant at ABB. "Partnering and joining forces between professionals and complementing the offering for the best possible customer experience in terms of productivity and safety while addressing environmental concerns is what drives us at ABB. We are very excited about this joint approach with Stäubli." commenting on the new cooperation with ABB,

Winnijar Kauz, Global Business Head of E-Mobility at Stäubli Electrical Connectors, said, "As a global supplier of reliable connectors with a strong drive for innovation, we have many important applications in different industries. Each industry requires unique technological solutions, and mining is just evolving towards a more sustainable future. Today's mining environments need industrial pioneers to work together and support the transition to all-electric operations. We look forward to working with ABB to explore and develop technology solutions that will pave the way for zero-emission mining operations."