Capital Equipment News October 2022

clear decarbonisation pathway.” Shell’s Mining Electrification Solutions for Off-Road Vehicles comprise power provisioning and microgrids, ultra-fast charging and in-vehicle energy storage. As a result, says Sauerberg, mining operators are set to benefit from an integrated electrification solution that is end-to-end, covering the full journey of the electron, from generation to delivery in the drivetrain. One of the key benefits is that it is interoperable between different original equipment manufacturer (OEM) makes and models, giving mining operators greater flexibility. It is also modular in design to allow mining customers the opportunity to tailor solutions to their specific needs. “The challenge of decarbonisation is immense, but not impossible. Our winning solutions are proof of how, together, the industry progresses by realising the full potential of the technologies available to us – whether that is through electrification, digital tools or low-carbon fuels. As Shell works with customers and partners towards a new, cleaner era for mining, it is important to attract leading companies from other sectors of the economy who also want to make a positive contribution to reducing emissions,” concludes Sauerberg. b

Improvements in sensor technology, data analytics and wireless communication have made it possible to retrofit smart safety solutions.

By 2030, adds Sauerberg, it is estimated that a battery-electric haulage truck will lower total cost of ownership by offering 20% lower maintenance costs and 40% lower fuel costs than existing diesel trucks. “It is increasingly clear that no single organisation can solve decarbonisation alone,” says Sauerberg. “The need for a collaborative effort is particularly evident within carbon intensive industries such as mining and construction, where the challenges are great but the opportunities are even greater. To overcome these challenges and unlock the opportunities, Shell is helping to bring together some of the sector’s most innovative companies – with electrification proving an important first step towards the shaping of a

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