Hindustan Zinc Ltd has agreed a strategic partnership with Epiroc AB based around the company’s collision avoidance system (CAS), in a move focused on strengthening mine safety.
Hindustan Zinc, part of Vedanta Group, is India’s only and the world’s largest integrated zinc producer. The companies signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) under which Epiroc will provide its CAS solution to all of Hindustan Zinc’s five underground mines, located across the state of Rajasthan in northwestern India. The system will be deployed in phases, beginning with the Sindesar Khurd Mine, one of the world’s top five silver-producing mines. In the pilot phase, the CAS will be implemented on 30 low-profile dump trucks and 100 pedestrians.
Epiroc’s CAS is OEM-agnostic, meaning it works on any vehicle regardless of manufacturer.
“Our collaboration with Hindustan Zinc represents a landmark advancement in mining safety technology”, says Helena Hedblom, Epiroc’s President and CEO. “The CAS exemplifies how digital innovation delivers proactive risk reduction through intelligent sensing, real-time alerts, and autonomous vehicle control. We are proud to partner with Hindustan Zinc in deploying this adaptable, scalable solution that safeguards personnel while enhancing operational resilience. Together, we are establishing a global benchmark for safer, more efficient underground mining operations.”
Arun Misra, CEO and Director at Hindustan Zinc Ltd, said: “Strategic metals like zinc, lead, and silver are fundamental to the clean energy transition and modern technologies. As the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, Hindustan Zinc embraces digital innovations that elevate safety while enhancing productivity. The integration of Epiroc’s CAS at mines will consolidate our commitment to operational excellence and technological leadership. This initiative will underpin further expansion of intelligent safety solutions across our operations, ensuring safe, smart, and sustainable mining.”