MMG's Khoemacau Copper Mine (KCM) in Botswana is to take delivery of a fleet of Sandvik underground mining equipment following a significant contract with Chinese contractor JCHX Mining Management (JCHX).
The scope of supply covers 45 machines, including Toro LH621i loaders, Toro TH663i trucks, Sandvik DD422i and Sandvik DL422i drill rigs, Sandvik DU412i production drills, Rhino 100 and RBH-24 raiseboring equipment, as well as DA101 and KA811 utility units.
The order also includes Sandvik's AutoMine for the loaders and longhole drill rigs, Sandvik Digital Trainer and Digital Driller training solutions, along with access to My Sandvik Productivity and Remote Monitoring Service.
Delivery of the machines will be staggered between August 2026 and April 2030.
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Awarded in 2025 and valued at approximately over five years, JCHX's contract at KCM covers underground mining activities in the high-grade Zone 5 orebody, which is central to KCM's production profile and future expansion plans.
As part of MMG's broader growth strategy, Zone 5 is being developed to increase mining fronts and access higher-grade copper areas, supporting a ramp-up to 60,000mtpa in the near term and contributing to a longer-term expansion target of 130,000 mt annually.
Wang Xiancheng, Chairman of JCHX, said: "Sandvik has consistently demonstrated its ability to deliver the right solutions for our underground mining operations, combining advanced equipment with strong technical support. We look forward to continuing this partnership as we develop the Zone 5 operation at KCM."
Since July 2025, Sandvik has secured orders with JCHX exceeding SEK 1 billion, demonstrating the strength and momentum of the companies' partnership.
