Anglo American : Digging Smarter , Not Harder
“ We have been able to successfully operate the first multi-OEM automation solution , improving safety and reducing costs by two thirds ( compared to purchasing a manufactured automated new heavy vehicle ).”
– Donovan Waller
creating solutions to our own specific challenges need not start from scratch . Mining companies will form part of this collective , but there will be many other groups and industries involved , who will also stand to benefit . We will have access to each other ’ s intellectual property , without sharing sensitive information of course , which provides the access and the momentum we need to reach solutions with greater speed and efficiency .” The plan for open forums is to bring together different perspectives to reframe grand challenges and deliver a vision and route for Anglo American going forward . Integrated thinking and broad collaborative partnerships will assist in driving rapid progress from idea to application , thus unlocking the infinite opportunities for the mining company .
“ Mining is on the cusp of game changing innovation that will move the industry forward in leaps and bounds . At Anglo American , we ’ re determined not only to be ready for this innovation , but to lead the way in creating it ,” concluded Waller .
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