Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global leader in power technology, has announced the successful commissioning of advanced low carbon fuel test cells, marking a significant milestone in its joint project with Vale and Komatsu to develop an ethanol/diesel-powered surface mining haul truck aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This achievement underscores the companies’ shared commitment to decarbo
First published by International Mining, May 2025 Decarbonizing mining is challenging. While electric and hydrogen solutions show promise, they’re still in development and not yet reliable for heavy equipment in demanding environments due to tough conditions and varying infrastructure across regions. Adding to these challenges, miners face a critical task in needing to balance decarbon
The Cummins Destination Zero strategy seeks to meet customers where they are in the energy transition to zero carbon, zero emissions solutions by providing lower-carbon solutions for every step of the way. At The Electric Mine 2025 in Santiago, Chile, Cummins showcased its progress in developing a portfolio of bridge solutions that allow miners to reduce emissions today and eventually hit
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today announced DNV Approval in Principle (AIP) for its methanol-ready QSK60 IMO II and IMO III engines, available from 2000 - 2700 hp (1491 - 2013 kW). Received in June 2024, the AIP validates Cummins retrofittable methanol dual-fuel solution for the global marine market, ensuring it meets the highest standards of safety and performance. Following extensive field testi
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global leader in power technology, announced today its participation in Bauma 2025, a leading trade fair for the construction and mining industries. The event will take place from April 7-13, 2025, in Munich, Germany. The Cummins booth will be in hall A4, stand 338. Cummins is one of the few companies offering fully integrated powertrain solutions, including en
Cummins Inc. today announced the acquisition of assets of First Mode, a leader in retrofit hybrid solutions for mining and rail operations. The acquisition includes hybrid mining and rail product lines, and the full IP portfolio which includes hydrogen and battery powertrain solutions. This technology represents the first commercially available retrofit hybrid system for mining equipment, signific
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) and Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE: LBRT) (“Liberty”) today announced that the industry’s first natural gas variable speed, large displacement engine to power Liberty’s digiPrime hydraulic fracturing platform will be deployed in the first half of 2025. The companies entered into a strategic partnership in June 2024 to jointly develop the revolutionary technology for the complet
Sustainability is not new to Cummins Inc. In the past two decades, we have accelerated our efforts and set public-facing goals to drive progress. Cummins’ environmental sustainability strategy includes nine goals timed to 2030 and aspirational targets for 2050. 31% GHG emissions reduction from facilities and operations since baseline year Cummins has made progress towar
At MINExpo 2024, Cummins Inc. expanded on how bridge technologies will be used to support the mining industry's energy transition. Speaking at the event, Molly Puga, Executive Director of Strategy, Digital and Product Planning, highlighted that the global need to reduce emissions in mining will be achieved most effectively with the support of power solutions that can be implemented today, with
At a press event on October 29, 2024, Cummins Inc. was in attendance to applaud customer Rio Tinto as they announced that Kennecott — home to the world’s deepest open pit mine — would fully transition all heavy machinery from conventional to renewable diesel. “We’re thrilled to see Rio Tinto reach this significant milestone in reducing its carbon footprint,” said Ginger Lirette, Cummins Mining
Just like a person needs a well-equipped desk to work, the trucking industry needs robust infrastructure to operate efficiently. As the world transitions into a decarbonized future, the role of infrastructure cannot be overlooked. The trucking sector is an integral part of our society and economy. Think about medical supplies, food, or even fuel to power our cars; over 70% of all goods in Ameri
Twenty-two 1000 hp Cummins Inc. CustomPaks, built in Australia and equipped with Weir Multiflo high-capacity dewatering pumps, have been delivered to one of the world’s largest coal mining contractors for dewatering operations in Indonesia. The mining contractor is one of Weir’s key customers for dewatering in the Asia Pacific region. Weir’s dewatering equipment is manufactured and assembled fo