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Liebherr secures the largest deal in the company's history: 2.8 billion for e-mobility
Liebherr secures the largest order in its history! 475 new mining machines for Fortescue worth $2.8 billion – a big step towards zero-emission mines by 2030.
Liebherr secures the largest deal in the company's history: 2.8 billion for e-mobility
A significant step for the mining division of conglomerate Liebherr: In a landmark agreement, the company has signed a huge contract with Australian raw materials giant Fortescue, worth a whopping $2.8 billion. This represents the largest order in Liebherr's 75-year history. Part of the agreement includes the delivery of 475 new mining machines to be used at Fortescue's various mines in Western Australia.
The focus of this order is 360 autonomous, battery-powered dump trucks, which will be provided along with 55 electric excavators and 60 electric bulldozers to operate the Fortescue mines. This step not only demonstrates Liebherr's growth, but also its constant effort to advance innovative and environmentally friendly technologies in mining.
Fortescue’s goal: zero emissions by 2030
Fortescue has set itself ambitious goals by committing to completely emission-free operations in its mines by 2030. This objective is part of a comprehensive strategy to promote electromobility in mining. The existing fleet is to be expanded significantly, and the partnership with Liebherr, which was launched in March 2023, plays a central role in this.
In order to bring these new machines into operation, Liebherr is planning extensive investments in production capacity. The large dump trucks are manufactured in Newport, USA, while the excavators are manufactured in Colmar, France. Such production sites not only position Liebherr as a leading manufacturer in mining, but also demonstrate the company's commitment to international cooperation and technological advances.
Let's take a look at the history of Liebherr: The company was founded in 1949 by Hans Liebherr in Kirchdorf an der Iller, in the Biberach district. Although the headquarters have now been moved to Switzerland, more precisely to Bulle, many important production facilities remain in Baden-Württemberg, including in cities such as Biberach, Ehingen and Bad Schussenried. This regional strength is further strengthened through concrete projects such as the current one with Fortescue.