Sandvik and Barrick extend global framework agreement

Sandvik and Barrick will aim to improve safety, productivity, and sustainability through implementing the latest technology advancements. The agreement will be guided by operational and relationship KPIs.

“Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions supplies value-adding technologies for our global mining operations,” said Glenn Heard, Mining Executive at Barrick. “This mutually beneficial cooperation will help ensure we continue our growth journeys in the areas of automation, digitalisation, and electrification in order to drive improvements across our sites.”

The extended framework agreement includes Barrick’s rollout of Sandvik’s Remote Monitoring Service (RMS) to its entire global underground fleet of more than 200 connected Sandvik trucks, loaders, and drills. RMS has already reduced maintenance costs while increasing uptime across Barrick’s Sandvik fleet.

Under the framework agreement, Sandvik and Barrick will also develop a long-term BEV strategy and define BEV transition plans in line with Barrick’s objective to be carbon neutral by 2050.

“This extension of our agreement will strengthen Sandvik’s partnership with Barrick,” added Hugo Hammar, Global Account Manager at Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. “We look forward to continuing to work hand-in-hand to add value to Barrick’s business.”

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