Komatsu Testing Fuel Agnostic Haul Truck in Sweden

Komatsu has put its first Power Agnostic (PA) Series diesel trolly haul truck into Boliden’s Aitik mine in Gallivare, Sweden, for a 12-month field trial. The Aitik mine is an open-pit copper mine.

The trial will enable Komatsu and Boliden to gather detailed operational insights and learnings to advance haulage decarbonization efforts.

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“Integrating the Power Agnostic 930E into our fleet reflects Boliden’s ambition to be at the forefront of sustainable mining,” said Boliden’s Jonas Ranggard, senior project manager, in a statement. “Partnering with Komatsu on this pilot helps us explore innovative solutions that align with our climate goals while continuing to deliver productivity and performance. We see great potential in this technology and look forward to where it can lead us next.”

The Power Agnostic 930E rigid-frame haul truck is built on the PA platform that enables customers to begin with diesel power and later transition to alternative energy sources such as battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell technology, depending on their operational needs, technology readiness, and pace of decarbonization efforts. The integration of diesel trolley assist functionality further enhances performance by reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

“This is more than just a technical achievement, it’s a meaningful step forward in our joint commitment towards zero-emission mining,” said Jeroen De Roeck, senior mining manager, Komatsu Europe. “By commissioning the first diesel trolley truck in our Power Agnostic series at Boliden’s Aitik Mine, we are turning vision into reality. Our partnership with Boliden is a shining example of how collaboration can drive sustainable innovation in mining.”