BUILT FOR ZAMBIA’S TOUGHEST TERRAIN. Introducing the All-New ISUZU MU-X 1.9 4×4 LS A/T Zambia doesn’t offer gentle terrain. From remote mining corridors and industrial access roads to seasonal water crossings and long provincial highways, mobility demands strength, endurance and efficiency. The all-new ISUZU MU-X 1.9 4×4 LS A/T hasContinue Reading
As infrastructure development and mining activity continue to expand across Zambia, equipment suppliers are introducing more advanced, versatile machinery to meet the demands of both large-scale and contractor-driven operations. Among these is the HB640 backhoe loader series from Hyundai Construction Equipment, available in the region through HPE Africa. Part ofContinue Reading
Taisei Corporation is leading innovation in tunnel construction through its work on the Shinnozoki Tunnel, a major infrastructure project spanning 1.148 kilometres along the border of Yamagata Prefecture and Akita Prefecture. With more than 150 years of experience, Taisei has built a strong reputation in civil engineering, energy, and environmentalContinue Reading
Airborne pollutants and extreme temperatures remain persistent hazards in the mining and quarrying industries, posing risks to both operator health and productivity. As regulations become more stringent and the focus shifts toward proactive risk management, companies are increasingly prioritising solutions that monitor, control and report worker exposure to environmental dangers.Continue Reading
Sany America made a strong impression at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, showcasing new machinery and advanced technology as part of its push to expand in the heavy equipment market. The company introduced its latest innovations, including the redesigned SY235 excavator, its first-ever compact track loader (CTL), and a new machine control platform.Continue Reading
Epiroc has secured a significant contract for autonomous, electric-powered surface mining equipment in Africa, marking another step forward in the industry’s shift toward safer and lower-emission operations. The order highlights growing demand for advanced technologies that improve productivity while reducing environmental impact. The customer has commissioned a fleet of PitContinue Reading
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced plans to shut down its Rokbak articulated dump truck (ADT) business, citing rising operational costs, supply chain pressures, and ongoing global trade challenges. The decision, while global in nature, carries implications for mining markets such as Zambia, where haulage equipment plays a criticalContinue Reading
Leica Geosystems is expanding its aftermarket 3D machine control compatibility to Caterpillar’s next-gen wheeled excavators. The companies previously collaborated on the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution for Caterpillar’s next-gen hydraulic tracked excavators. The expansion is a result of growing demand from Cat wheeled-excavator users, Leica said. Available starting inContinue Reading
RCT – Powered by Epiroc’s AutoNav Tele is enhancing narrow vein mining at the Vertex-operated Reward Gold Mine site at Hill End. The state-of-the-art, agnostic automation technology has been installed on the Aramine L350D mining loader, which recently arrived from France to Epiroc’s Orange Service Centre. The small underground loaderContinue Reading
The RCT – Powered by Epiroc team at the Mt Isa branch has successfully completed its first installation of the AutoNav system on a CAT R2900 XE Hybrid loader for AIC Mines at the Eloise Copper Mine in Northwest Queensland. The new machine was purchased by AIC Mines to supportContinue Reading
