A fleet of six Volvo EC480D excavators are the key machines for an extraction operation in Madagascar. The new site is producing thousands of tonnes of Chromite ore every day.
Chromium is a relatively rare mineral, with South Africa claiming up to 70% of the earth’s reserves. But neighbouring island Madagascar also has significant deposits, and it was to this, the world’s fourth largest island, that Indian exploration firm APC sent its geologists to scout for suitable mining opportunities. They struck luck
Volvo Construction Equipment has seen sales in China fall, while its performance in the developed markets of North America and Europe has improved. The company has seen sales drop 9% for its second quarter results as improvements in North America and Europe fail to compensate for weak demand from China.
The 25% improvement in North America and 11% improvement in Europe, compared to the same period in the year before, has been a cause for optimism. Net sales in the second quarter fell 9% to US$2.144 billion
Volvo CE is introducing the latest versions of its cutting edge construction machines to the Chinese and Asian market. Sister firm Volvo Penta is also unveiling a series of engine solutions that meet the new China IV emissions regulations. The company is also highlighting solutions for developing advanced electromobility drivelines for the future.
Volvo CE has 11 of its latest models being unveiled for the Asian market, including its top-of-the range EC950EL hydraulic excavator, third generation L220H whee
In southeast of US state Missouri, Volvo Construction Equipment articulated haulers are working in the mines of the Viburnum Trend, an area well known for its rich offering of valuable mineral deposits, including zinc, copper and lead. At 64km long by an average of 152m wide – and in some parts as thick as 30.5m deep – the Viburnum Trend, known locally as the Lead Belt, is one of the most significant bodies of ore in the world. Before mining operations began, the Trend was estimated to contain mineral resou
