Lingong Machinery Group is expanding its new energy mining fleet with hybrid and battery-electric haul trucks and excavators from Jinan-based LGMG, complemented by electric-ready wheel loaders and dozing solutions from SDLG in Linyi. The group is targeting both surface mining and large quarry operations, positioning its battery-electric trucks for short-haul, high-gradient pits where regenerative braking can materially cut diesel use. For mine planners and fleet engineers, the move signals more competition to established OEMs in BEV truck classes and potential leverage in negotiating mixed diesel–electric fleets.

Sandvik has launched the HPA20 (Hydraulic Power Automatic) injection pump as a next-generation system for resin-based ground support in hard-rock mining and civil works, combining intelligent automation with a modular, flexible architecture for underground use. The unit automates resin dosing and injection cycles, aiming to improve bond quality and consistency in rockbolts and cable bolts while reducing operator exposure at the face. For geotechnical and ground support teams, the key change is tighter control of resin volumes and timing, supporting more predictable load transfer and ground behaviour.

Evolution Mining has again secured a top position in the S&P Global sustainability rankings, recording a score of 68 for the second consecutive year. The assessment benchmarks miners on detailed ESG metrics including tailings governance, water stewardship and decarbonisation pathways, placing Evolution among the higher-performing gold producers globally. For geotechnical and operations teams, the ranking signals continued scrutiny of tailings storage facility design, closure planning and site water balances against S&P’s quantitative risk and performance criteria.