WAYTOUS secures new contract to supply autonomous driving systems for mining dump trucks

Published: Feb 8, 2025 21:24
Source: gasgoo
Chinese smart mining solution developer WAYTOUS successfully signed a contract with North Weijiamao Coal Power Co., Ltd. for an autonomous driving system project on mining dump trucks at the Weijiamo ...

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- Chinese smart mining solution developer WAYTOUS successfully signed a contract with North Weijiamao Coal Power Co., Ltd. for an autonomous driving system project on mining dump trucks at the Weijiamo open-pit coal mine, according to a post the former released on February 8 via its WeChat account.

This marks another milestone in WAYTOUS's continued innovation and technical prowess in the smart mining sector, earning recognition from industry-leading enterprises and setting a benchmark for the automation and intelligent transformation of open-pit coal mining operations.

Located in Ordos, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, the Weijiamo open-pit coal mine is a key coal production base for both the region and China Huaneng Group ("Huaneng"). This collaboration aims to accelerate Huaneng's innovation-driven approach, advance equipment upgrades, and integrate innovative resources, contributing to a collective effort in tackling key challenges.

Under the agreement, WAYTOUS in collaboration with Inner Mongolia North Heavy Industries Group Corp., Ltd. (Inner Mongolia North Hauler Joint Stock Co., Ltd.) will provide autonomous driving systems for 14 mining dump trucks operating in the Weijiamo open-pit coal mine. Through technological integration and innovation, the project aims to bring intelligent transformation to the Weijiamo open-pit coal mine, upgrading operational models and enhancing both efficiency and safety. This partnership further highlights WAYTOUS's extensive collaboration network and exceptional resource integration capabilities, underscoring the company’s deep understanding of and commitment to meeting the needs of large state-owned energy enterprises.

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