Sandvik announces the inauguration of its new production unit in Malaysia dedicated to manufacturing underground load and haul equipment. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the Sandvik Load & Haul division, operating within the Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions Business Area.

Located in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, the new assembly production facility signifies a major advancement in the underground mining equipment sector. Its primary objectives include supporting the assembly production of all Sandvik load and haul underground loaders and trucks, including battery electrical vehicles (BEVs), and establishing a robust supplier network within the region.

Mr. Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, the Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Invest Development Authority (MIDA), applauded Sandvik for its pioneering efforts in Malaysia, stating, "Sandvik’s journey to become a global leader in providing top-of-the-line equipment, tools, and digital solutions for the mining and construction sectors embodies the essence of perseverance, ingenuity, and determination. The initiative to transition from diesel-powered equipment to battery- electric vehicles (BEVs) and pave the path toward a fossil-free future is well exemplified by the establishment of this new facility in the Sendayan TechValley Industrial Park."

"At MIDA, we will continue to partner with leading companies like Sandvik to anchor high-value-added manufacturing, adopt advanced manufacturing technologies, and equip our talent with the requisite skillset," he added.

Sandvik's commitment to delivering maximum value in sustainability, performance, quality, safety, flexibility, and total economy is evident in this endeavor.

The inaugural machine assembled in Malaysia at the new factory is the Toro™ LH517i loader, with production expected to ramp up over the coming year. Additionally, the facility will commence the production of Toro™ TH545i trucks later in the year, as part of a cross-manufacturing plan. Production volume allocation among existing factories will be based on machine specification, sales area distribution, and production capacity. Battery product manufacturing is slated to begin by Q3 2024, with BEV unit assembly scheduled for 2025, aligning with future electrification goals.

Patricio Apablaza, President of Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions’ Load and Haul division, emphasized the significance of the Seremban facility, highlighting its role in ensuring flexible manufacturing of both conventional diesel and battery-electric loaders and trucks, while adhering to Sandvik's stringent standards for sustainability, quality, and safety. This initiative aims to reduce lead times for mining customers in the Asia Pacific region.

Spanning over 8,000 square meters, the new facility is situated in the Sendayan Techvalley Industrial Park, strategically positioned approximately 70 kilometres south of the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur and 15 kilometres west of the state capital Seremban. The factory comprises 15 versatile assembly cells.

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