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by combining the Marubeni’ s business management know-how and extensive customer network in Brazil, developed over many years, with Hitachi Construction Machinery’ s high-quality maintenance and services programs provided.
Kotaro Hirano, HCM Representative Executive Officer, Chairman and Executive Officer, and CEO commented:“ Brazil is one of world’ s largest producer of iron ore, and a market with great potential to expand our mining business. The market demand these days is to reduce emissions, and I am confident that our fuel-efficient excavators, dump trucks with trolley system and others we supply worldwide will be well received by Brazilian mining customers. We need the cooperation of each and every team member so that we can commit to establishing a strong position in the Brazilian mining market.”
Volvo CE’ s new all electric ADTs
Once again breaking new ground in electrification, Volvo Construction Equipment( Volvo CE) at bauma 2025 introduced the powerful new A30 Electric and A40 Electric – the world’ s first serialproduced battery-electric articulated haulers of their size class.
The company said as inventor of the world’ s first articulated hauler,“ it is a natural, yet pivotal, step forward for Volvo CE to create the first electric hauler of its kind.” Signalling the start of a new electric range, these pioneering solutions it says will help customers move towards zero-emission operation in quarrying and mining. The A30 Electric and A40 Electric are planned to be available to select customers in Europe from 2026.
Boasting the same unrivalled off-road performance as conventional models, the two new machines are matching zero emissions with world-class hauling for a range of segments including quarrying, mining and construction. With a payload of 29 t and 39 t respectively, these machines are now among the largest in Volvo CE’ s electric portfolio.
The launch is the latest milestone in a series of hauler innovations. It not only comes 60 years after Volvo CE pioneered the world’ s first articulated hauler, but also arrives shortly after the company’ s recent unveiling of a new generation of conventional articulated haulers. As part of the company’ s largest product portfolio renewal in decades, within which 35 % of the company’ s total portfolio has been updated, this new generation makeover enjoys improved productivity, safety and fuel efficiency.
Volvo CE says that together, both the new electric and conventional ranges offer customers a pioneering and productive solution for wherever they are on their transformation journeys.
Mats Sköldberg, Head of Technology for Volvo CE, said:“ Our commitment to innovation continues. These electric haulers mark a major step forward in our ambition to decarbonise construction, combining the same unbeatable performance our customers know and love, with a more sustainable operation. As the world’ s first battery powered articulated haulers of their size class, we are proud to continue to evolve our portfolio by bringing our world class electric technology into a brand new segment.”
Thanks to their powerful lithium-ion batteries, the A30 Electric hauler and A40 Electric hauler are designed to offer a runtime of 4-4.5 hours across most applications, though high-energy jobs may require more frequent recharging. They can even enjoy a runtime of up to seven hours depending on driving conditions. Ideal applications include downhill load carrying and uphill empty runs, tunnel work and quarries and underground operations, where emission reduction is critical.
Fast charging from 20-80 % in around one hour is made possible when using a DC charging solution with a maximum charging capacity of 350 kW. What is more, when powered by renewable energy these two machines offer a CO2 saving of 84 %( for the A30 Electric) and 90 %( for the A40 Electric)
At bauma 2025, Volvo CE introduced the powerful new A30 Electric and A40 Electric across their entire lifecycle, when compared to their diesel equivalents.
These electric models not only mark a significant step forward in sustainable innovation but also benefit from the new generation upgrade with pioneering advancements in safety, uptime and efficiency. Built on the new generation platform, they feature the same innovative, modern design and enhanced fleet management capabilities.
Advantages that come with this platform include advanced operator support systems to reduce accident risk, improved visibility for safer operation and simplified servicing for quicker and easier maintenance.
The integrated Volvo Co-Pilot display offers easy control over media, cameras, climate and machine status, while the dynamic instrument cluster provides key data at a glance.
A repositioned door, guided entry lighting and new handrails facilitate a safe entry and exit, while the comfortable and customisable cab will ensure operators enjoy an in-cab experience with more connectivity and convenience than ever before.
A more comfortable work environment is also assured with an electric operation, thanks to near silence and less vibrations. Furthermore the lack of tailpipe emissions also results in the removal of harmful pollutants such as nitrogen oxides( NOx) and particulate matter( PM), improving air quality for those nearby.
Operators can also stay in the know by checking charging status, machine hours and energy consumption using Volvo CE’ s My Equipment app, whether on site or remotely.“ Add in Haul Assist, a set of tools designed to get even more productivity and efficiency from a Volvo Articulated Hauler, and the result is peak productivity, reduced energy consumption and less machine wear.”
A limited volume of A30 Electric and A40 Electric haulers are planned to be available in Europe for select customers from 2026, with increased production in the coming years.
ABB continues to progress Robot ACD
It was at MINExpo 2024 that ABB initially showcased a new technology demonstrator developed to enable safe and efficient, highpower charging in the journey towards the all-electric mine of the future. The eMine™ Robot Automated Connection Device( ACD) is designed to work in tandem with the ABB eMine™ FastCharge solution, allowing further interoperability and synergy of connections and interfaces in electric mining trucks.
As a founding member of the CharIN taskforce for electrical standards in mining, ABB is working to accelerate the adoption
14 International Mining | JULY 2025