Autonomous Hauling System for increased productivity in Boliden Aitik

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Boliden has announced the introduction of an Autonomous Hauling System at its Aitik mine, investing SEK 218 million for full implementation by 2024. This initiative aims to enhance productivity and asset utilization in response to increasing transport demands, while maintaining cost competitiveness. The project will also improve the safety and attractiveness of the work environment through extensive staff training. This marks the first roll-out of such a system in the EU, reinforcing Aitik's status as the world's most productive copper mine.

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• Investment of SEK 218 million to enhance productivity and asset utilization.
• First roll-out of an Autonomous Hauling System in the EU, showcasing innovation.
• Improved safety and work environment through in-depth training for mine staff.

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BOLIDEN, Sweden, Oct. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boliden has decided to introduce an Autonomous Hauling System, Komatsu Frontrunner, on eleven haul trucks in the Aitik mine. The investment is for a total of SEK 218 m and will be fully implemented during 2024.

While the production rate in Boliden Aitik remains constant the needed transport work is increasing with the size and depth of the mine. Automation of the haul truck fleet will increase productivity and asset utilization in order to meet increased transportation demands in the mine while retaining world leading cost competitiveness.

The introduction of Autonomous Hauling in Aitik will mark the first system roll-out into the EU.

"Haul truck automation in Aitik is securing that the mine will stay in the position as the world's most productive copper mine, while continuing to deliver copper with industry leading climate performance", says Stefan Romedahl, President Business Area Mines, Boliden.

Apart from the technical aspects, the project will include in-depth training of mine staff, both for current and new roles. The expectation is that the work environment will become safer and more attractive with the introduction of automation.

For further information, please contact:
Klas Nilsson, Director Group Communications
E-mail: Klas.Nilsson@boliden.com
Tel.: +46 70-453 65 88 

Boliden is a metals company with a focus on sustainable development. Our roots are Nordic, our market global. Our core competence lies within the fields of exploration, mining, smelting and metal recycling. Boliden has around 6,000 employees and an annual turnover of SEK 50 billion. The share is listed in the Large Cap segment on NASDAQ OMX Stockholm.

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FAQ

What is the Autonomous Hauling System being introduced by Boliden at Aitik?

Boliden is launching an Autonomous Hauling System, Komatsu Frontrunner, to enhance productivity in its Aitik mine.

How much is Boliden investing in the Autonomous Hauling System?

Boliden is investing SEK 218 million in the Autonomous Hauling System at Aitik.

When will the Autonomous Hauling System be fully implemented at Aitik?

The Autonomous Hauling System is expected to be fully implemented by 2024.

What benefits does the Autonomous Hauling System provide to Boliden's Aitik mine?

The system will increase productivity, asset utilization, and improve the safety and work environment for staff.

Is this the first Autonomous Hauling System in Europe?

Yes, this marks the first roll-out of an Autonomous Hauling System in the EU.