Sandvik Expands Mining Support Operations In Papua New Guinea

Dubai (PlantAndEquipment.com) - Through improved facilities, greater capacity, and workforce development, Sandvik Mining is boosting its operations in Papua New Guinea and bolstering local support for the nation's developing mining industry.

In order to improve response times and operational efficiency, the company upgraded its customer support center in Lae, which now acts as a center for service coordination, component repairs, and equipment rebuilds.

Underground trucks, loaders, and drilling equipment are among the more than 40 machines that Sandvik maintains nationwide. Local warehousing, parts planning, and in-country technical teams support Sandvik's services.

In order to increase equipment dependability and decrease downtime via predictive maintenance, digital solutions like remote monitoring systems are being used.