Wedoany.com Report-Jun 26, BHP, a global mining company, has entered a partnership with XCMG Mining Equipment to deliver advanced fleet solutions across its worldwide operations. The collaboration, formalized through a global agreement framework, focuses on developing and deploying mining equipment that meets BHP’s standards for safety, technology, and sustainability.

The partnership will focus on deploying mining equipment that meets BHP’s safety, technical and sustainability standards.

The agreement emphasizes joint engineering, localized support services, and preparation for emerging technologies. While not committing to specific market shares, the partnership supports ongoing innovation in fleet management, components, and comprehensive solutions tailored for BHP’s operational sites. This initiative enhances supply chain resilience and aligns with BHP’s goals for technological advancement and strategic collaboration with key manufacturing partners.

The partnership diversifies BHP’s supplier base by engaging competitive original equipment manufacturers capable of addressing fleet, automation, and decarbonization needs. Rashpal Bhatti, BHP’s group procurement officer, stated: “This partnership with XCMG reflects BHP’s approach to working closely with strategic suppliers to shape the future of mining technology. By combining our operational insight with XCMG’s innovation capability, we are supporting the development of safer, more sustainable fleet solutions. It is a strong step towards reducing emissions across our operations.”

The collaboration is a key element of BHP’s Emerging Markets strategy, which aims to improve cost efficiency and supply reliability by partnering with non-traditional suppliers. It supports BHP’s commitment to developing equipment supply models that advance digitalization, decarbonization, and cost-effective operations, ensuring long-term sustainability in its global mining activities.

This agreement follows BHP’s recent three-year contract with Metso to supply metallic liners for chute solutions at its Western Australia iron ore operations. The partnership with XCMG further strengthens BHP’s efforts to innovate and optimize its operations, contributing to safer and more sustainable mining practices worldwide. By leveraging XCMG’s expertise, BHP aims to enhance operational efficiency and support its environmental goals across its global sites.