Trend: Electrification

There are clear benefits for our customers to invest in electrical equipment. It improves the health of employees, saves ventilation costs in underground operations, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, our electric-powered equipment outperforms the productivity of corresponding diesel equipment. We strive to be our customers' partner when it comes to full-fleet electrification. We provide electric vehicles, advanced battery solutions, charging systems, and full electrification infrastructure.

High ambition and good progress

Epiroc has a long history in electrification. Underground drilling rigs have been cable‑powered for decades, and large rotary drill rigs were already cable electric in the 1960s. In 2012, we tested our first battery‑electric loader, and by 2016 launched our first fully battery‑powered machines. Since then, we have deployed BEVs at more than 40 sites worldwide, building deep expertise and establishing Epiroc as a leader in battery safety and reliability. 

The electrification trend is accelerating, and our ambition is clear: to offer a complete range of emission‑free equipment by 2030. By year‑end 2025, 43% (42) of our fleet was available in emissions-free option. Electrification accounted for 3.8% of revenues, slightly down from 4.2% in 2024. As the BEV installed base grows, so do aftermarket opportunities. All BEVs are delivered with service contracts, many with extended premium offerings such as Battery‑as‑a‑Service (BaaS) and Battery‑with‑Service (BwS). We expect continued growth not only in electric equipment but also in electrical infrastructure, which becomes increasingly critical as fleets expand.

Collaboration remains central to our innovation journey. In 2025, we engaged with customers through Voice‑of‑Customer events in Canada, Future Tech Days in Sweden with Boliden and ABB, and customer days in Australia. These forums showcased next‑generation solutions, including the Minetruck MT66 S eDrive and trolley‑assisted trucks, ensuring our technologies reflect real operational needs and accelerate adoption.

Today, Epiroc takes a holistic approach to electrification, spanning electric machines, advanced batteries, charging solutions, and infrastructure, complemented by OEM‑agnostic tools and full‑fleet electrification capabilities. Together, these efforts position Epiroc to lead the transition to a future where electrification is the natural choice for mining and related segments.

Productivity-enhancing equipment

We know that our customers share our ambition to reduce emissions, but we are also aware that every mine is different and needs different solutions to succeed. In addition, we must make sure that we provide the most productive and reliable machine, regardless of energy source and therefore, we offer these types of electric machines:

• Cable-electric equipment
• High performing BEVs (NMC batteries) with universal/standard charging and thermal management system
• Trolley-electric equipment
• Diesel-electric equipment (hybrid)
• Engines compatible with HVO renewable diesel
• .......and we are continuously exploring more solutions. 

Resilient and safe electrification solutions

Our electric equipment is designed to deliver top performance with higher productivity than diesel machines. With a power‑agnostic platform that can use a diesel engine, diesel generator, or battery, we can produce BEVs at the same sites as our conventional equipment.

Safety is built into every BEV and battery. Each battery component is individually monitored and controlled, and the robust design ensures reliable operation in tough underground and surface conditions. The batteries can be used in both Epiroc equipment and other manufacturers’ machines.

We use NMC battery chemistry for high energy density, long range, and strong performance. The battery system supports onboard charging and fast, efficient swapping to keep machines running with minimal downtime. An integrated Thermal Management System maintains optimal temperature, improving lifespan, charging efficiency, and overall safety.

Our standardized, modular production approach builds battery cells into modules, which are combined into subpacks for different machine types. This accelerates BEV roll‑out, supports fleet conversions, and enables efficient scaling as volumes grow. We also offer the mining industry’s first CE‑certified battery compliant with the Low Voltage Directive, ensuring safety and reliability before market release.

 

Robust and safe batteries 

Since the launch of our BEVs in 2018 until the end of 2025, we have not had any injury-causing accidents. We have had two fire incidents, which were caused by flooding and misuse of the batteries, and not by the design or chemistry of the battery. 

• In 2024, one battery (of three on site) caught fire in a tunnel in Norway. The fire was caused by flooding in the tunnel, and not by the design or chemistry of the battery.
• In 2025, one battery pack in a South African mine caught fire. The thermal management system, which functions as the lid of the battery system, had been removed, leaving the battery exposed to dust and water.

*Generation 2018-2025

Electrical infrastructure solutions

It’s however not just about delivering a groundbreaking machine, it’s about ensuring power requirements are met. Epiroc provides versatile and scalable infrastructure solutions. Our OEM-agnostic chargers enable mixed-fleet charging and help reduce total cost of ownership. The system supports both battery swapping and onboard charging, giving customers flexibility in their charging strategies. Charging posts can be installed at multiple levels, placing them closer to operations for maximum efficiency. Our drive-through battery swapping design minimizes space requirements and eliminates costly excavations often needed with other solutions.

In response to customer feedback, we have developed a mine-ready charging solution from the ground up, designed for rugged reliability and scalability. This modular system can grow with fleet size, while maintaining dynamic charging capabilities. Epiroc follows the global Combined Charging System (CCS) standard and is a proud member of CharIN, a leading global association promoting unified standards for BEV charging. 

Beyond charging, we offer a full range of infrastructure solutions that set Epiroc apart by covering the entire electric value chain. Our distinct advantage lies in our ability to provide tailored solutions such as substations that bring high and medium voltage into mines, power distribution products (such as mine starters) to energize all electrical appliances, and even a cable service business designed to help customers reduce their total cost of ownership (TCO) for damaged infrastructure. 

Batteries as a Service

We offer a flexible range of service solutions designed to meet diverse customer needs. Customers can choose to purchase batteries outright or opt for Batteries as a Service (BaaS)—a model that delivers all the benefits of electric power without the responsibility of battery ownership. BaaS remains the first choice for the majority of our customers, as it allows them to focus on the outcome of our products while we ensure, with our certified service technicians, that the technology works. We also provide access to technology upgrades and support with recycling. By owning and managing the batteries, we can optimize utilization, guaranteeing customers always have the most efficient battery available. At the same time, this approach secures predictable revenue streams for Epiroc and supports long-term partnerships.

Electrification highlights 2025

By year-end, our fleet of electric drill rigs, loaders, and mining trucks exceeded 600 units. 40 mine sites have ordered BEV equipment, and of those in operation, more than 40% have placed repeat orders. To our knowledge, Epiroc operates the largest active fleet of underground BEVs globally. In 2025, we took significant steps forward: 

• We launched the Scooptram ST10 G, our smallest battery-electric underground loader, designed for narrow drifts. With a 10-tonnes payload, up to four hours of runtime per charge, and CCS-standard opportunity charging, it combines flexibility with safety. One Scooptram ST10 G can reduce CO₂e emissions by up to 262 tonnes per year compared to a diesel loader.
• The diesel-electric Minetruck MT66 S eDrive was introduced to the Australian market and is now in field trials with Gold Fields. This innovation delivers up to 11% higher ramp speed and 7% lower fuel consumption, combining the cost-effectiveness of diesel with electric performance.
• We also expanded our partnership with Jama, adding battery-electric scalers to our portfolio, enabling integrated drill-and-blast cycles and extending customer benefits globally.
• Another example that makes a real positive difference is the electrified ramp haulage solution in Boliden’s Kristineberg mine in Sweden, the result of our collaboration with Boliden and ABB. Compared to a diesel-driven equivalent, the trolley solution has increased productivity by 23%.
• And finally, we entered a historic collaboration with Fortescue for a fleet of fully autonomous and electric surface mining equipment, including the cable-electric Pit Viper 271 E and battery-electric SmartROC D65 BE, for operations in Western Australia.