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The future of mining

There are three major trends that are fundamentally transforming the industry. First, the shift from diesel to electrification. Second, there is digitalization, which is resulting in increased productivity and more sustainable use of resources while lowering input cost. The third trend is automation, which will also increase productivity and change the way we work. How things develop in the next 5 -15 years has uncertainties. However, the future is shaped by the innovations and advances of the present. Every company operating or serving the mining sector can participate in shaping the future and can start right away. Let's join forces, co-develop and collaborate to set new standards for mining!

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Electrification

If every truck in every mine were electrified,
 every day we could remove 198,000 tons of 
CO2 from the air we breathe.
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Automation

Automation is reshaping mining by removing people from high-risk environments, streamlining operations, and unlocking new levels of efficiency. Automated systems can boost productivity by up to 75% while cutting operating costs by as much as 30%, helping mines become safer and more sustainable.
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Digitalization

Digitalization

Mine digitalization could raise productivity, 
reduce waste, and keep our mines safe, saving 
an estimated  $373 billion by 2025.
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Technologies changing mining industry's future

From smartphones to electric vehicles, batteries to wind farms, modern life is powered by minerals extracted from the earth. Yet, the mining industry stands at a crossroads. To meet the surging demand for these essential resources, a shift toward more sustainable, safer, and more efficient mining practices is not just necessary, it’s urgent and technology has a big role to play.
Welcome to the electrified, automated and digitized mine!

The mining workforce of the future will fully embrace digital transformation. Companies must innovate and partner with trusted technology providers to attract and retain digitally skilled talent while protecting their license to operate.

The mining workforce of the future will fully embrace digital transformation. Companies must innovate and partner with trusted technology providers to attract and retain digitally skilled talent while protecting their license to operate.

Mine Location Intelligence supports remote work, offering real-time positioning for secure access and faster evacuation

Monitoring and analysis services provide live hoist data, detecting safety issues early and preventing losses of up to 1,500 t/hour.

The Gearless Mill Drive can be monitored anywhere anytime, improving efficiency and reliability to nearly 100%. Data-driven insights reduce downtime and help control one of mining’s largest and least predictable costs.

Swift responses resolved remotely mean a lower cost per ton, and expensive assets need replacing less frequently.

Intelligent scenario forecasting ensures that problems are resolved as efficiently and effectively as possible

ABB Ability™ Condition Monitoring for belts provides continuous roller health data, feeding into the ABB Ability™ Operations Management System. Short Interval Control monitors and schedules activities so critical issues are resolved instantly.

ABB's Closed Loop Scheduler uses AI to factor in all equipment constraints, including conveyor capacity, to dispatch resources in real time. ABB's operations management system (OMS) with short interval control aligns planned and actual operations in open pit and underground mines

ABB's Stockyard Management System links with OMS and ERP to align activities, ore tracking, and market demands. It reduces handling, boosts on-demand production, and tracks ore from mine to port - enabling optimized blending and better process control.

ABB Ability™ eMine portfolio powers smart mine distribution, charging, and energy management for electric, sustainable operations. ABB helps mines meet targets, adapt to demand, and keep production stable with role-specific insights.

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