Scania Launches Autonomous Mining Trucks

Sweden, Germany- Scania AB., a commercial Vehicle, Specifically Heavy lorries, truck and bus manufacture, starts sales of autonomous mining trucks for safer, more efficient and more sustainable mining operations.

Scania opens orders for 40-tonne autonomous mining trucks, with 50-tonne models soon to follow. Sales begin in Australia, with operations starting in 2026, and Latin America is next in mining segment. 

Mr. Peter Hafmar, Vice President and Head of Autonomous Solutions at Scania, said, “The transition from research and development to the launch of a commercial product is a major milestone for us and for autonomous heavy transport in general. This is the most advanced product Scania has put on the market so far.”

Scania's autonomous mining trucks offer safer and more efficient operations, contributing to sustainable mining. They have advantages over traditional heavy haulage trucks in emissions and productivity. Utilizing these trucks can reduce the mining footprint and expenses. They seamlessly integrate into existing mine operations due to interoperability with other systems and vehicles.

“Another benefit with our solution is that it allows mining companies to more quickly take the next step towards zero-emission operations. It’s easier to electrify operations with Scania’s autonomous trucks compared with traditional heavy haulage trucks,” says Hafmar. 

Scania's autonomous tipper truck, developed over a decade, stems from close collaboration with mining customers. Extensive testing in harsh conditions ensures reliability and effectiveness.

“It’s probably the most ambitious research and development project we have done so far together with a customer, and I am very pleased about the result. Thanks to all the rigorous checks and numerous on-site tests we have been able to develop an optimal autonomous transport solution for mines,” Peter Hafmar added.