Sandvik fleet to drive efficiency at Zimplats’ Ngezi underground mines

Zimplats, the largest platinum group metals producer in Zimbabwe, has selected Sandvik to supply 28 pieces of underground equipment for its Ngezi mines.

The order, to be booked in the third quarter of 2025, includes 12 Toro® LH209L loaders, six Sandvik DD211L development jumbos, five Sandvik DS211L-V bolters, three Toro® TH545i trucks and two Sandvik TH430L trucks. Deliveries are scheduled between the third quarter of 2025 and the second quarter of 2026. The agreement also covers parts and services kits to support long-term equipment performance.

Located in the Hartley Geological Complex on the Zimbabwean Great Dyke, the Ngezi complex is a major platinum group metals (PGM) operation that has transitioned from open-pit to underground mining. The new Sandvik fleet will further strengthen Zimplats’ underground expansion and operational efficiency initiatives.

“We are proud to partner with Zimplats on this significant investment in the Ngezi underground operations,” said Mats Eriksson, President of Sandvik Mining. “This order reflects our strong commitment to providing reliable, fit-for-purpose equipment and services that help our customers achieve their productivity, safety and sustainability targets.”

Zimplats, 87 percent owned by Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats), owns and operates the Ngezi underground mines. The company continues to invest heavily in expanding underground mining capacity at Ngezi, including the development of new mines and concentrators.

“This new Sandvik fleet is a strategic step in enhancing our underground capabilities and ensuring we continue to operate safely, efficiently and sustainably,” said Alexander Mhembere, CEO of Zimplats. “Partnering with Sandvik gives us the confidence that our operations will be supported by proven equipment and dependable service.”

For further information, please contact:
Sibongile Mtaopane
Accounts and Applications Manager
Sandvik Mining
Email: sibongile.mtaopane@sandvik.com

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