Zoomlion Expands Mining Machinery Business
CHANGSHA, China, Oct. 10, 2026 — Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. is enhancing its mining machinery division and boosting international operations. In the first half of 2026, the mining machinery sector grew by over 57.20% year-on-year, with total international revenue reaching RMB 15.535 billion—12.45% higher than the previous year, making up 57.25% of overall revenue.
Zoomlion is advancing its equipment portfolio across construction, agriculture, and mining markets, focusing on excavation, loading, haulage, crushing, and screening.
Key Models:
- ZE4000G: A 400-tonne mining excavator.
- ZTE520: A hybrid electric-drive mining truck with a 300-tonne payload.
The company’s roots in mining engineering date back to 1987 when it developed a complete open-pit mining system recognized by the State Council.
Growth Factors: Zoomlion attributes its mining business expansion to a commitment to reducing operational costs via continuous product innovation and real-world application.
Research Initiatives: Recent field studies involved visits to around 150 mines globally, identifying over 50 technical challenges to improve product development.
Cost Efficiency: Wu Yuanfeng, deputy general manager, mentioned, “Our pure-electric products can cut costs by more than 50%, and hybrid models can improve profitability by over 15%.”
Electrification Focus: The company is prioritizing electrified machinery, with hybrid trucks reducing fuel consumption by up to 40%. Battery-electric mining trucks have logged over 8,000 hours of operation.
Technological Innovations: Automation and digital tech are also enhancing productivity, with autonomous trucks and coordinated mining fleets increasing efficiency at a large open-pit mine in northern China.
International Growth: The mining division is seeing success in overseas markets, with electrified equipment delivered to various countries including Indonesia and Argentina.
Local Manufacturing Expansion: Efforts to localize manufacturing and services include over 30 primary business hubs and the expansion of facilities in Hungary and Germany.
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