en.Wedoany.com Reported - On June 12, 2026, Epiroc and Gaia held their sixth Innovation Day in Xi'an, China. Under the theme "Empowering Industry Transformation through R&D, Driving Business Growth through Customer Focus," the event unveiled 25 new products and solutions, featured two major unveilings, secured nine signings and cooperation projects, organized five industry forums covering 22 technical discussions, and recognized 26 industry records.
Jess Kindler, President of the Epiroc Group's Equipment & Service business area, stated in his address that the Innovation Day theme reflects Epiroc's core philosophy: all innovation begins with the customer, and all R&D ultimately delivers value. He noted that Epiroc will continue to work closely with its sub-brands on-site, transforming customer challenges into R&D topics. In a media interview, Jess Kindler further stated that Epiroc will integrate equipment, tools, and aftermarket services to provide integrated lifecycle solutions. Meanwhile, Gaia, leveraging nearly 100 local dealers, R&D, and supply chain, will continue to uphold its brand positioning of "Born for China's Rock Drilling Market." Floris Timmers, President of Epiroc's Parts & Services Division for Europe/Middle East/Africa, stated that Epiroc China will utilize its global sales and service network to fully support Chinese mining enterprises going global. Alex Grant, Vice President of Epiroc's Surface Exploration business, revealed that the inauguration of the HYLOGGER 4 China Digital Core Innovation Center will propel China's mineral exploration into a new "digital-intelligent" era.
The 25 new products and solutions from Epiroc and Gaia launched at the event cover multiple areas, including surface mining, underground engineering, exploration and development, construction and infrastructure, drilling tools and services. The outdoor equipment display area and the Gaia Xingping factory workshop were opened simultaneously, showcasing the full industry chain capability from R&D to manufacturing.
Two unveiling ceremonies were held at this Innovation Day. The Epiroc HYLOGGER 4 Digital Core Innovation Center was officially inaugurated, providing new support for the digital transformation of mining exploration. The mass production launch ceremony for the Gaia GIA 0338 rock drill marked the official entry of this key core product into full-scale localized mass production, enhancing local R&D, manufacturing, and delivery capabilities.
Nine signings and cooperation projects were concluded at the event, covering areas such as surface equipment collaboration, simulator training, channel partnerships, underground equipment procurement, joint development for special operating conditions, and strategic cooperation.
The event also held an "Industry Leading Record Awards Ceremony," recognizing 26 customer innovation applications and industry record achievements.
The event organized five industry forums covering surface, underground, construction, exploration, and high-altitude topics. Industry experts, research institutes, customer partners, and technical teams were invited to exchange views on topics such as equipment application, digital exploration, complex operating conditions, and high-altitude practices.
Since the inception of Innovation Day, Epiroc and Gaia have cumulatively launched over 100 new products and solutions.
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